New sawmill expansion in Choctaw County
Southeastern Timber Products has expanded, bringing more jobs and business to the area.
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More than 2,000 8th graders explore careers in skilled trades
More than 2,000 8th-grade students got to explore careers in construction and skilled trades at the 6th annual FORGE Your Path Career Expo.
Tupelo Rotary Club donates over $12,000 to local nonprofits
During the regular meeting of the Tupelo Rotary Club, local non-profits received grants for various projects.
Next to Nature (Field Burning) - 10/22/2025
On this week's episode of Next to Nature, Joey Barnes and Dr. Long discuss field burning and why it can be beneficial to the environment.
Reddit sues AI company Perplexity and others for ‘industrial-scale’ scraping of user comments
According to Associated Press, social media platform Reddit sued the artificial intelligence company Perplexity AI and three other entities on Wednesday, alleging their involvement in an “industrial-scale, unlawful” economy to “scrape” the comments of millions of Reddit users for commercial gain.
TVA makes powerful investment in Lowndes Co.
TVA broke ground this morning, October 22, on a new natural gas-powered combustion turbine power plant just outside of Caledonia.
Police investigate two deaths in Amory
Amory Police are investigating the deaths of two people.
Bond set for Macon man accused of shooting his girlfriend
Bond is set at $100,000 for a Macon man accused of shooting his girlfriend.
NFL owners approve sale of 10% of the New York Giants to Julia Koch and her family
Sources from Associated Press say that NFL owners voted to approve the sale of 10% of the New York Giants to Julia Koch and her family, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday.
NFL moves its Pro Bowl festivities to Super Bowl week
According to Associated Press, the NFL is moving its Pro Bowl festivities to Super Bowl week beginning this February, the latest adjustment for the all-star event that became a flag football game a few years ago.
Baldwyn investigator warns community about fake car sales page
An internet scam in Baldwyn is taking thousands of dollars from people trying to find a new vehicle.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know Wednesday) - 10/22/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Nick Hairston about what you need to know this Wednesday.
Licenses on hold for cosmetologists and barbers
It's been more than a year since the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering has had a board.
Lobbyist discussion continues for contract in Columbus
The future of Columbus's contract with W.T. Consultants, a lobbying and consulting firm, is still uncertain after tonight's city council meeting.
Elementary students dream big at unique career fair
The Calhoun County Career and Technical Center sponsored a career fair, geared to elementary students.
Bridgeway Church brings first Night to Shine event to Starkville
Bridgeway Church is bringing the very first Night to Shine event to Starkville, and members of the church tell me this has always been a dream of theirs.