Archives: 2017

More Pleasant Weather To Round Out The Week

TODAY: Cooler and pleasant. Humidity much lower across the area. Partly cloudy to mostly sunny, with highs in the mid to upper 80s. TONIGHT: Clear and cool. Lows in the low to mid 60s. FRIDAY: Highs in the upper 80s, but still quite pleasant. We stay dry and mostly sunny. WEEKEND: Slightly more humid over the weekend, but still not unpleasant. Highs in the…

Video: The Duo Of “Thunder And Lightning” Look To Strike Big During Their Senior Season

WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) — Lightning and Thunder strikes in Nanih Waiya. Warrior fans are expecting another big season for their team, led by a two headed monstrous back field for the three time district champions. Chris Smith has the speed to get around opposing defenses and score touchdowns. Taemaus Glass has the power to run people over and get the…

VIDEO: Terry Brown Amphitheater Construction Update

COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)- Construction on the first of a new amphitheater in Columbus is right on schedule. Workers are busy assembling the stage, laying sod, and installing light fixtures along the pathways of the Terry Brown Amphitheater. Then it will be on to Phase two that will include installation of a bathroom and concessions stand on the first tier of the…

Video: MUW Hosts First-Ever Men’s Sporting Event on Wednesday Evening

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) — History was made Wednesday night in Columbus. The Mississippi University for Women hosted their first ever men’s sporting event on Wednesday night at the downtown Columbus Soccer Club in an exhibition soccer match versus East Central Community College. Under the direction of head coach Tim Gould, the Owls were able to get plenty of shots on…

Video: Ole Miss Eager to Fix their Defense in 2017

By Brian Scott Rippee, OleMissSports.com  Whether it be the number 38 across his chest or his explosiveness on the edge of the defensive line, senior Marquis Haynes is the undisputed leader of this Ole Miss defense. It’s a unit that is looking to improve after a tough end to last season. The Rebels are now transitioning into South Alabama preparation…

Super-Moist Zucchini Bread

If you’re always trying to disguise your veggies so that the gang will eat them, then you’re going to love this recipe for Super-Moist Zucchini Bread. This simple quick bread is made with some good-for-you ingredients. Categories: Mr. Food

VIDEO: Building The Field Of Dreams

COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—-A dream, that’s been a decade in the making, takes one step closer to becoming a reality. Ground is set to break on the Miracle League Field of the Golden Triangle this weekend.   “We just wanted to make it to where, even though nick’s not here anymore this is a way that he can live on,” said Golden…

VIDEO: Parenting Apps to Keep Your Children Safe

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- New apps are being developed everyday but now more than ever child safety and security are top priorities. Multiple apps already exist for parents to monitor their child’s usage of their phone. These devices right here are capable of more things than most of us even know about. And now they’re playing the role of baby sitter and…

VIDEO: Pressure Rising in Winona

WINONA, Miss. (WCBI) – Earlier this month, Winona city officials held a special meeting, regarding their water system. Currently, plans are being made to expand the system and also increase the water pressure. It’s something that we’ve seen a bit of in our area for infrastructure development. Have a property with water service already established, and businesses will come. Winona is…

Worker Receives Thousands in Wrongful Firing Case

CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- A federal jury awards a former Chickasaw County worker over $80,000 in a wrongful firing case. The three day trial ended Wednesday with former Solid waste officer Lamont Griggs receiving $83,447 in connection with his December 2015 dismissal. Attorney Jim Waide convinced the jury that Griggs was let go primarily because he ran for Sheriff against…

A+ Football Weather Ahead

TONIGHT: Any showers and storms that are still around this evening will die off quickly after sunset. Temperatures will be comfortably in the mid 60s. THURSDAY & FRIDAY: The weather will be picture perfect with plenty of sunshine. Drier air will continue to surge in which will allow humidity values to plummet, making it feel quite pleasant outside. Temperatures will stay…

2017 Preseason Coaches All-SEC Football Teams Unveiled

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WCBI/SEC) — Alabama placed a league-leading 15 representatives on the 2017 Preseason Coaches All-Southeastern Conference Football Team, the SEC announced Wednesday. This marked the 15th consecutive year of the SEC Coaches Preseason All-SEC Team. All 14 SEC schools were represented on the All-SEC team, including eight schools with five or more selections. Nine SEC schools had at least…

Measuring Eclipse Effects on Columbus Weather

Solar eclipses are a rare treat for us here in Mississippi, and while they are amazing to look at, they also provide an interesting example of what happens to our weather when we lose incoming solar radiation.   Temperatures in Columbus took a tumble during the peak of the solar eclipse, starting just after 1 pm, and dropped around 8…

Scattered Storms Today; Cooler and Drier Thursday.

Weather Headlines TODAY: Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible throughout the day, with the best chance of rain coming this afternoon south of US-82. Highs in the upper 80s, with heat index values in the upper 90s and low 100s. Chance of rain around 40%. TONIGHT: Rain ending by about 7 PM. Variably cloudy, with lows in the upper 60s. THU/FRI: Much cooler and…

VIDEO: Navigating The Ins And Outs Medicare

WINSTON COUNTY, Miss.(WCBI)—Picking premiums, completing health assessments, and reviewing prescription drug plans. Enrolling in Medicare can get overwhelming at times but one area is looking to help residents with the process.   The Winston County Library hosts the education class, to help residents tackle the healthcare giant known as Medicare. Residents tell me they’re happy to have help navigating the…