Gov. Ivey Comments On AL State Superintendent Resignation
Gov. Ivey says, “I have spoken with Mr. Sentance, thanked him for his commitment to public service and education, and wished him well.”
Archives: 2017
Oxford Police Opens “Safe Site” In The Square
The Safe Site tent will be accessible Wednesday though Saturday at 8:00 p.m. until 45 minutes after the bars close.
Budget Management Apps
Starkville Bancorp South Community Bank hosts workshops bi-annually on a different topic each time.
4-County Electric Crews Head to Florida
COLUMBUS, Miss. (PRESS RELEASE)- Crews from 4-County Electric Power Association left for Florida early this morning. They will be assisting sister cooperative, Clay Electric, in restoring power to residents hit by Hurricane Irma. The two seven-man volunteer crews and one support team member left Columbus at around 5 a.m. Clay Electric is reporting about 58 percent of their area is without…
Cool and Cloudy Today; Sun Returns Tomorrow.
TODAY: Overcast in the morning becoming mostly cloudy in the afternoon. A few areas of drizzle or light rain will be possible in the morning. Temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. Winds out of the south-southwest at 7-14 mph. Chance of rain in the morning around 20%. TONIGHT: Clouds continue to decrease overnight. Cool, with lows around 60. THU/FRI: A warming…
Vandals Damage Bay Springs Rec Area
Old Bridge Beach Targeted
VIDEO: Many Are Calling For Tighter Regulations On Exotic Animals
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI)-We often hear stories about people purchasing exotic animals and having them as pets. More often than not, a majority of those animals end up being neglected or abused. “These are large super intelligent predators, and while they look pretty docile and cute in photos and cuddly, they have the capacity to do serious harm,” said Claire…
West Point Names New Police Chief
The city of West Point has a new top cop. In a unanimous move, the Board of Selectmen voted in Avery Cook to be the city’s new Chief of Police.
Video: Pontotoc’s Cole Smith Presented with 2018 Under Armour All-American Jersey
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WCBI/UA All-America Release) – Cole Smith, a senior football player from Pontotoc High School, was presented his honorary game jersey at the American Family Insurance Selection Tour for the 2018 Under Armour All-America High School Football Game at Pontotoc High School today. The event was part of the three-month American Family Insurance Selection Tour for the Under Armour…
VIDEO: Investigation Uncovers Alleged Embezzlement
After presenting evidence before a grand jury, both Moody and Blaylock were indicted.
Video: Festival Seeks To Bridge Gap Between Police And The Public
Tupelo councilwoman believes festival can be a catalyst for better relations between law officers and the community.
Video: 4-County Electric Linemen Are Hitting The Road
Around five-million people in Florida, are left without power.
Video: Tupelo Salvation Army Prepares To Send Teams To Help With Hurricane Harvey and Irma Efforts
Crews from Tupelo Salvation Army will relieve workers who have been on the ground since the hurricanes hit. They will help with mobile feeding canteens.
VIDEO: Learning How To Do It Yourself
Early registration for the spring opens in November. For more information email BJohnson@EastMS.edu.
NCAA Completes Committee on Infractions Hearing with Ole Miss
COVINGTON, Ky. (WCBI) — What was expected to be done in three days got completed in two. According to reports from the Clarion-Ledger’s Antonio Morales, the NCAA’s Committee on Infractions hearing regarding the investigation into the football program at Ole Miss is finished. Ole Miss chancellor Jeff Vitter, athletic director Ross Bjork, interim head coach Matt Luke and Ole Miss…
Winston Shooting Suspect Identified
Winston County investigators release the name of a suspect from a weekend shooting.
Wanted Sex Offender Captured In Union County
Wilder has been transported to the Prentiss County Jail.
Ole Miss Baseball Releases 2018 Season Schedule
(Photo Courtesy: Ole Miss Athletics) OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI/Ole Miss Athletics) – Just days before the Rebels take the field for the first practice of the new year, the Ole Miss baseball team released its schedule for the 2018 season. The 56-game slate will feature 32 games at the newly-renovated Oxford-University Stadium/Swayze Field, as well as 24 games against NCAA Tournament…
MS National Guard Sends Personnel And Equipment For Hurricane Relief
Approximately 100 Soldiers and Airmen are currently providing support across the country.
Two Town Officials Arrested For Embezzlement
A grand jury indicted both Moody and Blaylock.
One More Chilly Day Before Summer Returns
TONIGHT: The showers will continue through the evening and temperatures will drop into the upper 50s. Winds will also begin to die down to 5-10 mph. WEDNESDAY: Rain coverage will vary across the area. Some may hang on to the showers into the afternoon, but some may be clear by the mid-morning. Otherwise skies will remain mostly cloudy and temperatures will top…
Tourism Tax Now In Effect In Booneville
Two percent tax at restaurants, hotels and motels aims to boost tourism, parks and rec activities in Booneville.
2017 Mississippi AP High School Football Polls – Week 5: September 12, 2017
(AP) — Here are Mississippi’s top high school football teams in each class as selected by a panel of Associated Press state sports writers. Class Overall School W-L Pts Prv 1. West Point (8) (3-0) 123 1 2. Pearl (5) (4-0) 119 2 3. Tupelo (4-0) 108 3 4. Madison Central (3-0) 76 5 5. Hattiesburg…
Trump To Nominate Marshal For Northern Mississippi
The President is waiting for the U.S. Senate to confirm his appointment.