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Citizens National Bank presents Lowndes Co. Loaves and Fishes with $1,300 check
A local non-profit will be able to continue to carry out its mission of serving the community thanks to a generous donation...
Cultivating Dynamic Leadership: MSU pilot program helps DAFVM faculty build institutional perspective
According to an MSU Press Release, when Nicole Ashpole arrived at Mississippi State University a year ago to launch the new One Health program in the College of Veterinary Medicine, she brought enthusiasm, a long to-do list and years of academic experience. What she gained this spring was something her previous career hadn't given her: a real understanding of what a land-grant university is—and why it matters...
The Fed's preferred inflation gauge shows prices rising at fastest pace in 3 years
Sources from CBS News say that the Personal Consumption Expenditures index — the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure — rose at a 4.1% annual rate in May, highlighting the central bank's challenge in reining in prices...
Noxubee County Civic Center host community health fair
Getting access to wellness resources in rural areas can be a challenge. But in Noxubee County, they're tackling that challenge head-on...
Prairie Opportunity Inc. holds community meeting at Plum Grove Community Center
Prairie Opportunity Incorporated held its quarterly community meeting this morning at Plum Grove Community Center in southern Lowndes County...
Supreme Court lets Trump strip deportation protections from Syrians and Haitians
According to CBS News the Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections that have allowed them to live and work in the United States...
Man charged with motor vehicle theft in Winston Co.
A stolen side-by-side has been recovered by the Winston County Sheriff's Department...
Hundreds of veterans snag World Cup tickets: "One of the best sporting events I've ever been to. Maybe the best!"
CBS News reports that Portuguese soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo made history on Tuesday, not just as the first person to score in six World Cup tournaments, but also as the centerpiece of an unforgettable experience for Mark Garcia, a Portugal fan and one of hundreds of veterans receiving free tickets to World Cup matches...
WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat
Sources from CBS News say that the Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas has received a flagrant foul penalty and been suspended for one game after hitting Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark in the throat during a game Wednesday night, the WNBA said Thursday...
Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices by hundreds of dollars as chip costs soar
According to CBS News, Apple and Microsoft are each raising the prices of some of their core products, as global demand for memory and storage chips sharply increases component costs...
One person dead after a fatal wreck in Louisville
One person has died after a fatal wreck in Winston County...
Farmweek signs off after 49-year run
Sources from an MSU Press Release say, during its 49-year run, Farmweek has been produced by the Mississippi State University Extension Service, but Artis Ford always considered it to belong to the people of Mississippi...
Midday (Wallstreet Expo Back to School Edition) - 06/25/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Lathomas McClelland about the upcoming Wallstreet Expo Back to School Edition
Mid-Morning (Dancing in the Park) - 06/25/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with KMG Creations Owner, Kayla Gilmore about the upcoming 17th Annual Dancing in the Park event.
MDWFP reminds anglers to review recent freshwater fishing regulations
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is reminding anglers to review recent freshwater fishing regulations...
Mid-Morning (Columbus Lowndes Public Library Summer Events) - 06/25/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Columbus Lowndes Public Library Director Erin Busbea and Community Engagement Coordinator Melissa Duncan about this summer's special programs and book clubs...
WCBI's Kealy Shields joins Mother Goose for annual Summer Reading Program
At the Columbus Lowndes Public library its anything but quiet on Thursdays. That's because Mother Goose is back to singing and dancing for the annual Summer Reading Program...