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Columbus native appointed president Jackson State University
A Columbus native is now leading Jackson State University. Dr. Denise Jones Gregory was appointed to serve as Interim President by the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning.
Culinary Arts - 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks with Chef Jakiero about the culinary program.
Man accused of unemployment conception fraud in Columbus
A Columbus man has been accused of swindling unemployment money.
Adult Education - 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks to Dee Mazahreh about adult education.
Starkville city leaders plan to repurpose old railroad for recreation
Starkville City leaders are all aboard for a new "Rail to Trail" project that would transform an unused railroad into a 38-mile recreational path.
Warmer Thursday with a few PM storms
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Generally unsettled weather looks to continue over the next several days and into the Mother's Day weekend. THURSDAY: Warmer, more humid weather plus the addition of an approaching weak cold front is likely to spark off a few…
Culinary Arts - 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks with Chef Jakiero about the culinary program.
Man accused of unemployment conception fraud in Columbus
A Columbus man has been accused of swindling unemployment money.
Adult Education - 05/08/25
Today on Mid-morning, Kealy talks to Dee Mazahreh about adult education.
Starkville city leaders plan to repurpose old railroad for recreation
Starkville City leaders are all aboard for a new "Rail to Trail" project that would transform an unused railroad into a 38-mile recreational path.
Warmer Thursday with a few PM storms
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Generally unsettled weather looks to continue over the next several days and into the Mother's Day weekend. THURSDAY: Warmer, more humid weather plus the addition of an approaching weak cold front is likely to spark off a few…
Columbus Crime Center plans to request federal funding to MS delegation
Columbus city leaders are hoping Federal money can help them fight crime.
Explosion occurs at Hunt Oil Refinery in Tuscaloosa
Our news partner, WVUA in Tuscaloosa, reports that the explosion happened just before noon at the Hunt Oil Refinery in West Tuscaloosa.
Tupelo teacher is also a lifesaver for a student
A Tupelo pre K teacher is a lifesaver, after donating part of her liver to one of her students with a rare metabolic disorder.
4 County Crew Members clean up power lines at Slip and Dip
It has been a busy day for 4 county electric power association crew members.
NEXT TO NATURE (Thistle) - 05/07/2025
In this week's Next to Nature, we learn about one of those thorny weeds and what makes it so unique.
West Lowndes student hopes to brighten visitors' spirits at BMH
Dustin Smith said he knows the hospital can sometimes be a somber place. So, he decided to create something to help brighten the day for visitors and patients.
Wet weather sticking around
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Showers and storms continue to have a chance over the next several days. Maybe Mom needs on new umbrella for Mother's Day? WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Light, isolated showers are possible through the evening, looking to clear away…
Investigation underway after a shooting in Noxubee Co.
Noxubee County deputies continue to investigate a weekend shooting.
Man accused of unemployment conception fraud in Columbus
A Columbus man has been accused of swindling unemployment money.
Two men arrested for shooting at a car in Macon
On Sunday, April 13, Macon Police were dispatched to 98 Pulaski Street for a shooting.
Grenada man arrested at a hospital for aggravated assault
A Grenada County man makes a trip to the hospital, and then a trip to jail after an argument leads to gunfire.
Man faces several charges after a robbery in Sulligent
24-year-old Rahmean Williams has been charged with Robbery 1st, Theft 1st, and Burglary 2nd degree.
Traffic stop leads to a drug arrest in Prentiss Co.
Tammie Lynn Bowen's arrest on misdemeanor charges led to an arrest for the possession of Methamphetamine.
Prentiss Co. man arrested for drug/gun possession
Prentiss County deputies arrested a man after finding him passed out in his car with drugs and guns in plain view.
Man charged with felony fleeing in Tupelo
James D. Kimble was charged with Felony Fleeing after speeding away from Tupelo Police attempting to pull him over.
Man arrested for felony possession of a weapon in Amory
Amory Police arrested Johnny Spratt Jr. and charged him with Felon in Possession of a Weapon.
Police in search for a man in Carroll Co.
The Carroll County Sheriff Clint Walker is asking for the public's help in finding Reginald Small.
Oktibbeha Sheriff warns residents of a new scam in the area
The sheriff's department said several people have been swindled after receiving a phone call. Scammers tell the potential victims they need to take a DNA test or be arrested.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Itawamba Co.
A traffic stop in Fulton leads to drug distribution charges.
Man accused of selling illegal substances in Alcorn County
An Alcorn County store owner has been accused of selling illegal substances.
Second person arrested in connection with Tupelo assault
A second juvenile is arrested in connection with the videotaped assault of a mentally disabled adult that was posted on social media.
Tupelo man arrested for dropping off suspicious packages
A Tupelo man is in jail after police said he dropped off suspicious packages, containing pills and other items, at homes in one subdivision.
17-year-old charged with sexual battery in Saltillo
17-year-old Joseph Killough has been charged with two counts of Sexual Battery by the Saltillo Police Department.
Woman indicted for child abuse in Saltillo
A woman has been indicted for child abuse charges in Saltillo.
Murder trial begins for a man in Oktibbeha Co.
The murder trial for Marco Brown began this week in Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.