Showers to start off the week

COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI)- The week begins with showers and storms throughout the day Monday and Tuesday. By Tuesday night, rain is expected to move out. Wednesday will be partly cloudy and mild, but rain chances will return for the later part of the week. MONDAY: Showers and storms will continue throughout the day. Rain will keep temperatures lower than average, with…

Columbus Police investigate possible shooting at gas station

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Police are starting the year with a possible shooting investigation. Witnesses say the incident happened shortly after 6 PM in the 700 block of Highway 45 near the Sprint Mart and Columbus Laundromat. Police responded to the scene and took statements. There were no injuries reported. WCBI has reached out to the Columbus Police Department,…

Area horse riders got to showcase skills for free

MABEN, Miss (WCBI)- Christmas is a time of holiday cheer and giving. Cow Punch arena owners Josh and Annie Wood said they wanted to give back to the community in a different way. “Just trying to get the word out that we are open, and the rainy season is coming, and if you would like to ride then we are…

Damage reported in Tupelo and Pontotoc

Possible tornado damage has been reported in Tupelo and Pontotoc

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Homes and businesses have been damaged in Lee and Pontotoc Counties. A tornado warning was posted for Pontotoc late Friday night, and shortly afterward damage reports started coming in. Pontotoc Police Chief Randy Tutor tells WCBI Highway 41, south of Highway 15, and the 10th Street areas had most of the damage. Several trees and powerlines…

Columbus mayor updates citizens on several projects and police chief search

What's Next for the City of Columbus?

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus city leaders are looking for ways to move forward with several projects and the search for a new police chief. Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin took time out Wednesday morning to update the public on some of the issues facing the city and plans to address them. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the City Council voted to…