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Irma To Bring Rain, Breezy Conditions To Our Area.
TODAY: Irma continues to weaken over land this morning. Its track will continue northwest towards Alabama and Georgia today bringing tropical storm conditions. In our area, clouds increase in the morning, and a few showers will be possible this afternoon. Afternoon rain chance around 40%. Highs in the mid 70s. Breezy across the area as well, with wind gusts of around…
VIDEO: Zachary’s Hosts Fundraiser for Hurricane Victims
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Hurricane Harvey may be behind us, but the damage it leaves still remains. There have been efforts across the nation, making donations and raising money, to aid all of those affected. Columbus thought they’d play their part. Zachary’s and Huck’s partnered up to give out burgers, wings, and drinks to raise money for those impacted by the storm….
Video: Local Talent Puts On A Show For ICC Soccer
WATCH: ICC soccer came away with a 8-2 victory over Bethel University, and local talent powered the Indians (2-2-1) to a win. Former Tupelo Golden Wave star Logan Little lead the effort, scoring two goals and assisting on three others. See all the highlights in the link above. Categories: JUCO Sports, Local Sports
Video: Simmons Leading Strong Start For Bulldogs D
WATCH: Former Noxubee County Tiger standout Jeffery Simmons is making his mark on opposing offenses in the early season for Mississippi State. Simmons scored two defensive touchdowns Saturday against Louisiana Tech, more than two SEC schools. Head coach Dan Mullen says his hard work is paying off, hear more from Mullen and Simmons in the video link above. Categories: College Sports
Video: Rebels Determined To Fix Slow Starts
WATCH: The Ole Miss Rebels are 2-0 to start the season, and a lot of that comes thanks to the third quarter performances. The Rebels are outscoring teams 48-3 out of halftime, but have started slow in back-to-back weeks. Head coach Matt Luke and the players want to change that, hear more from Luke, DeMarquise Gates, AJ Brown, and Shea Patterson…
VIDEO: Area Church Helps Sister Churches in Florida & Texas
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- An area church is collecting items in support of its sister churches in both Florida and Texas Life Church in Columbus is taking in donations for victims of both hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma. The church also has locations in Fort Meyers, Florida and Houston, Texas. They are collecting non-perishables, water, toilet paper and cleaning supplies, as well…
BREAKING: Man Dies After 8 Hour Standoff With Law Enforcement
BATESVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- A man is dead following an 8 hour standoff with law enforcement. Grenada police and Mississippi Highway Patrol were dealing with a standoff involving a man who allegedly kidnapped his estranged wife last week. MHP officials confirmed that the SWAT team was called in by the Grenada Police Department. Forrest County Sheriff’s Department says Christopher Dulas was the…
VIDEO: Irma Victims Head to Northeast MS, How You Can Help
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Saturday Morning, the Lake Forest Ranch in Macon received a call asking if they could house 130 Irma Evacuees from Florida. These evacuees were from an assisted living facility in Sarasota which specializes in rehabilitating patients who have suffered Brain Trauma. As soon as Assistant Director Nick Hall received the call, they reached out for help. “We’ve worked…
School Closings for Monday
PICKENS/LAMAR COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI)- The superintendent’s of both Lamar and Pickens County, Alabama have decided to close schools tomorrow, September 11th. The Alabama area is expected to see wind gusts upward of 50 miles per hour as a result of Hurricane Irma. The school districts have decided that for student safety to close for the day. Categories: Local News
Irma Brings Rain and Breezy Conditions
MONDAY: The day will be mostly sunny, but clouds will start to build in during the afternoon. Irma may bring some showers as early as Monday evening, but the bulk of the rain will be on Tuesday. TUESDAY: As Irma moves closer to our region, we will see more rain showers and we will stay mostly cloudy. Temperatures will struggle…
Mississippi Emergency Teams Florida Bound
Oxford, Grenada,Columbus, Tupelo and Starkville First Responders All Deployed
UPDATE- Wanted Monroe County Man Captured
Suspect Fled Traffic Stop
VIDEO: First Responders Participate in Annual Stair Climb for 9/11
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Tupelo Fire Chief Thomas Walker rang the bill signifying the start of the Second Annual 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Bancorp South Arena. The participants represented 20 fire departments from around the state. “The Tupelo Fire Department in conjunction with the Ladies Auxillary came up with this stair climb last year and it actually equals the number…
Video: Noxubee Falls On The Road Against Meridian
WATCH: In a special edition of high school football on Saturday, the Noxubee County Tigers fall to 2-2 on the season after dropping one on the road against the Meridian Wildcats, 35-20. See all the highlights in the video link above. Categories: High School Sports, Local Sports
Video: #1 Tide Rolls In Home Opener Behind Hurts
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP / WCBI) – Jalen Hurts ran for 154 yards and two touchdowns and passed for a third score in No. 1 Alabama’s 41-10 victory over Fresno State on Saturday. The Crimson Tide (2-0) polished off the 44-point underdog Bulldogs (1-1) with a workmanlike performance on the heels of an opening victory over No. 10 Florida State in…
Video: Mississippi State Bashes LA Tech For Win Number Two
WATCH: Bulldogs versus Bulldogs in Ruston, but the Bulldogs from Starkville had the bigger bite. After trailing 9-0 in the first, Mississippi State scored 36 unanswered points to cruise to a dominating 57-21 victory. See the highlights in the video link above. Categories: College Sports, Local Sports
VIDEO: Haunted Theater Makes Preparations for Halloween
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Preparations are underway at one of the most haunted theaters in the nation. Tupelo’s historic Lyric Theater held the second of two actor training workshops for participants in this year’s 12th annual Haunted Theater, on tap for the final three weekends in October. Event director Steve Miller says this year’s theme is Mid-evil, and the young people will…
VIDEO: Florida Rehabilitation Clinic Evacuated to Macon
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Lake Forest Ranch in Macon is taking in Hurricane Irma victims from the Tampa Bay, Florida area. They received a call from Neuro-International in Sarasota, an assisted living facility specializing in Brain Injuries and Rehabilitation early this morning. There are 130 patients currently evacuating by bus. They are expected to arrive at the camp Sunday Morning at 3…
VIDEO: Keeping Dean Park Beautiful
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss.(WCBI)—Keeping Dean Park in Winston County was the goal Saturday as the Friends of Dean park hosted a beautification day. The Friends of Dean Park host this event quarterly to ensure the park remains in good condition. The group partnered with other local organizations like; the 4H Club and a the newly established Black Girls Read Club. The…
VIDEO: Community Educates Residents on Drug Addiction
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI)- The Houston community spent the day educating residents on addiction A day long Community Addiction Awareness Program took place at the Houston Civic Center and Joe Brigance Park today. It’s to teach the public about resources, programs, and ways for people to help those dealing with any kind of chemical addiction. Organizers also educated kids and parents…
Video: East Webster, Amory Impress In Houston Tournament
WATCH: East Webster and Amory slow-pitch softball squads take home convincing wins in a tournament hosted by Houston. For all the highlights, check out the video link above. SCORES: East Webster 17, New Hope 7 Amory 13, Columbus 3 Categories: High School Sports, Local Sports
Video: Patterson’s Recording-Breaking Performance Leads To Rebels Win
Shea Patterson nears 500 yards passing to lead Rebels to second half surge.
VIDEO: Walk To End Alzheimers
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- On Saturday, hundreds participated in the 2017 Walk to end Alzheimer’s. Organizers hope the two mile walk through downtown Starkville raises awareness about the incurable disease. The Alzheimer’s Association says more than five million American are living with the disease. More than 15 million family members and friends are providing care to Alzheimer’s patients. Alzheimer’s is the…