Archives: 2018

A Bit More Rain Today, Then Drier This Weekend.

TODAY: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 5 PM. Highs in the upper 70s. Chance of rain around 50%. Rain ends by the evening hours. Lows in the low to mid 60s. FRI/SAT/SUN: While an isolated downpour can’t be ruled out, Friday and the weekend looks to be drier and a bit warmer. Temps in the low 80s on Friday gradually increasing…

President Trump’s full news conference

President Trump addressed the controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh and a range of other issues at a news conference in New York on Wednesday. He said he would withdraw Kavanaugh’s nomination if he thought he was guilty of sexual misconduct, but he believes the allegations are a “big fat con job.” Watch the full news conference here. Categories: National, US &…

Rain Doesn’t Damper ‘See You At The Pole’ Observances

MOOREVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Rain did not stop students from gathering for the annual “See You At The Pole” events at area schools. Students at Mooreville moved the event into the gym. Students prayed, read scripture and sang worship songs. Students say they are encouraged by the event every year. “I just like it gives us the chance to get out…

Heavy Rain Makes For Flooded Roads In Parts Of Union County

UNION COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Heavy rainfall meant roads in some parts of Union County were covered up. Union County received eight inches of rain in the span of a few hours.  The deluge flooded yards, washed out a culvert in Blue Springs and even caused a mudslide on a portion of Highway 178. “We don’t usually have those in Union…

4-County Hires New CEO

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- There is a new general manager at 4-County, but not necessarily a new face. The 4-County Electric Power Association Board of Directors has selected Brian Clark as the corporation’s new CEO. Brian Clark began his career with 4-County 13 years ago and has since proved his leadership and expertise within the cooperative business. This new position…

What challenges will the prosecutor questioning Kavanaugh’s accuser face?

On Thursday, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and a woman accusing him of misconduct, Christine Blasey Ford, will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Republicans are bringing in a female prosecutor to conduct questioning. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman discuss what challenges the prosecutor will face. Categories: National, US & World…