Alabama Eyes Potential Economic Impact Of Fatal Deer Disease
The department says states with CWD have seen an up to 40 percent decrease in hunting license sales.
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Gov. Announces Hyde-Smith U.S. Senate Appointment
Campaign signs were already available shortly after the announcement.
Accused Drunk Driver Indicted For Aggravated DUI
If convicted, he could be sentenced from 5 to 25 years.
Austin Bombings Suspect Kills Himself As Police Close In
Police wouldn’t officially release the suspects’ identity until the medical examiner confirmed it and his next of kin are notified.
Tupelo Plant Set To Expand
MDA PRESS RELEASE ckson, Miss. (March 21, 2018) – WestRock Company, a provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has announced plans to upgrade its corrugated plant in Tupelo, Miss. The addition of new technology in the facility is expected to create approximately 25 jobs. The company plans to install a new 132-inch corrugator to replace an existing 87-inch…
Teacher Who Called US Military ‘Lowest Of Low’ Is Fired
The El Rancho Unified School District board on Tuesday announced its decision to terminate El Rancho High School teacher Gregory Salcido.
House Committee Members Skip Debate On Gun Control
The lack of action likely kills the bills for the session.
Alabama Will Not Impose Term Limits For Lawmakers
The legislation has been proposed for years but never reached a vote.
Weather Service Finds At Least 9 Tornado Tracks In Alabama
The tally could increase since teams are still assessing damage.
Booneville Man Charged With Attempted Murder
Police say evidence points to pre-planning and threats being made against the victim.
Auditor Makes Historic Demand Request
AUDITOR PRESS RELEASE JACKSON, Miss. – Today, State Auditor Stacey Pickering and the Performance Audit Division of the Mississippi Office of the State Auditor (OSA) issued the largest ever demand issued by OSA against Stion Corporation in the amount of $92,943,780.86. Stion Corporation, which manufactured solar panels, operated under multiple business names during its business with Mississippi Development Authority…
A Quieter Pattern Emerges
TODAY: Mostly sunny and pleasant today. Highs in the upper 50s and low 60s. Northwest winds at 7-20 mph gusting to 30 mph out of the northwest. Mostly clear overnight, and winds becoming calm. Lows in the low 30s. Some patchy frost may develop after midnight. THURSDAY: Another sunny and pleasant day on tap. Highs in the low to mid…
Mississippi State Crushes Louisville, Advances to NIT Semifinals in New York City
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WCBI/AP) — Quinndary Weatherspoon scored 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds and Mississippi State advanced to the NIT semifinals at Madison Square Garden in New York with a 79-56 victory over Louisville on Tuesday night. Mississippi State (25-11) will face Penn State (24-13) on March 27. Lamar Peters opened the second quarter with a 3-pointer and Mississippi State…
First Spring Practice of Joe Moorhead Era Complete
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) — Nearly three months removed from its third consecutive bowl victory, Mississippi State football opens a new chapter with the start of spring football under first-year head coach Joe Moorhead. Moorhead will put the Bulldogs through the first of 15 workouts on Tuesday afternoon at the Leo Seal Jr. Complex. Tuesday’s practice will be closed to…
Bats Come Alive in Mississippi State Victory over Alcorn State
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – Four-hit nights by Josh Hatcher and Hunter Stovall helped lead the Mississippi State baseball team to a 17-1 victory over Alcorn State Tuesday night at Dudy Noble Field. The Bulldogs (11-10) got back in the win column by setting new season highs for runs (17) and hits (18). Seven different players collected hits as the…
Ole Miss Hits 20 Win Mark in Tuesday Afternoon Victory over New Orleans
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI/Ole Miss Athletics) – Thomas Dillard hasn’t gotten many opportunities from the right side of the plate this season. The switch-hitting sophomore’s .333 average has largely been weighted on his success from the left side. But in Ole Miss’ 9-4 win over New Orleans on Tuesday, Dillard smashed a pair of elevated fastballs for a four RBI day,…
Braden Thornberry to Compete in Web.com Tour Event in Oxford in April
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – With the 2018 North Mississippi Classic less than a month out, the tournament is excited to announce that Ole Miss golfer Braden Thornberry will be joining the field of players. The inaugural Web.com Tour tournament is set for April 16-22, 2018 at The Country Club of Oxford in Oxford, Mississippi. Thornberry, a junior at Ole…
Rumor Has It: Pickens County School Consolidation Rumors
The next state of the school meeting is tonight at Pickens County High School starting at 7pm.
Trial Period Set For New Entertainment District In Tupelo
The move establishes a leisure and recreation district within the city.
MSU’s Johnnie Harris Named WBCA Assistant Coach of the Year
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – Johnnie Harris has been by Vic Schaefer’s side all six years as they have put Mississippi State women’s basketball on the national map. Harris’ hard work and dedication in helping the Bulldogs to one of the best seasons in school history was recognized Tuesday as the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) named her Division I…
Columbus City Council Appoints New Board Member
Young is expected to take her seat on the board at its next meeting.
Columbus Police Officer Suspended
A Columbus city spokesman confirmed the traffic stop is under investigation.
Facebook User Has Some Tips After Her Popular Blog Site Is Hacked
Lauren encourages Facebook users to back up all of their photos, and use the security and login features.
Impacts Of Child Trauma And Ways To Recover
Mental health experts encourage children, who have gone through such situations, to see a therapist.