Archives: 2017

Local News

VIDEO: Fleeing Florida, Family Visits Columbus

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) A Florida Family fleeing Hurricane Irma spends the day soaking up some local culture.  This weekend is the 16th Annual Tennessee Williams Tribute Weekend. Tour guides at the Tennessee Williams Home and Welcome Center in downtown Columbus say they’re noticing a small increase in this year’s crowd. Among those touring the Tennessee Williams Home are the Papanous….
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VIDEO: Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts

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WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss.(WCBI)— It’s been nearly 2 weeks since Hurricane Harvey made landfall, devastating everything in it’s path and racking up billions of dollars in damages. ” First of all, they’re in need of all these supplies. Also, maybe, they can see Christ through our actions. It’s all taking care of our fellow christian and people,”said Volunteer Scott Dean. Helping…
Local News, Weather

Sunny Sunday, but Irma Brings Rain Tuesday

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SUNDAY & MONDAY:  The sunshine will remain and temperatures will stay in the low 80s. Winds will be from the north at around 10-15 mph.  TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY:  Irma will begin to turn to the northwest and will bring some rain showers and breezy conditions to our area. No severe weather is expected however and temperatures will be very cool as…
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VIDEO: Hurricanes Produce A Teachable Moment

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STARKVILLE, Miss.(WCBI)—The 3 hurricanes making their way toward the U.S. are continuing to raise concerns for residents here in the Southeast. Professors in the Mississippi State Meteorology Department are looking to turn this potential catastrophic event into a teachable moment. With hurricane Irma set to make landfall soon, and 3 other storms trailing close behind, it’s causing nation wide panic….
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VIDEO: Honoring Lowndes County First Responders

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COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—First responders lay their lives on the line every time they suit up and the Salute to Lowndes Finest organization… says thanks. Friday the organization hosted roughly 175 first responders for it’s 12 annual appreciation luncheon. The group began the event after working at ground zero after 9/11. Chairmen of the Salute to Lowndes Finest organization Mark Smith says…

Weather

A Picture Perfect Weekend!

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  TODAY/SAT/SUN: If you like the sunshine and fall-like temperatures, the next few days will likely seem nearly perfect. Temperatures will hover near 80 degrees each afternoon and will drop down into the mid 50s each night. Skies will remain very clear and winds will stay out of the north keeping drier, more pleasant air in place.  It’ll be perfect for…
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VIDEO: Monroe County Deputies Are On A Mission To Put A Halt To Drug Trafficking

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MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department is putting drug dealers in the area on notice. On Thursday, deputies were out in full force as they conducted a drug sweep looking to put an end to drug trafficking. “Basically if you don’t fight drugs, drugs will take over your county and we’re trying to keep that from happening,” said…