Lavonne Latham Harris wears many hats. For starters, she is the first woman to represent Ward 4 on the Columbus City Council. But Harris says she grew up with a passion to serve.
Today on WCBI Sunrise, our Kealy Shields spoke with Rotary President Susan Seal about the upcoming Starkville Rotary Classic Rodeo on February 13th and 14th. Tune in for more information.
ABERDEEN, Miss., (WCBI) — The City of Aberdeen’s letting the good times role as the city held its seventh annual Mardi Gras parade. The parade and festival took place in downtown Aberdeen on Saturday from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. The parade, in its seventh year, began as a fundraiser for the Friends of the Aberdeen Animal Shelter for the animal…
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) Ole Miss football fans got a chance to put a face to a name this weekend. Ole Miss Defensive Lineman Will Echoles held a meet and greet. This gave parents and children a chance to meet and take pictures with the former Houston Hilltopper. Fans also got a chance to get autographs. Echoles said, events like this…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) A local nonprofit organization is stepping up to help the community. The turning it around organization held a community feeding. This allowed people to enjoy a free meal. Some of the food at this event included chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and even dessert. One of the Servers of the feeding Vanessa Walker says this was all to help…
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) Community members, volunteers, and local youth came together this weekend at the Grenada Food Pantry to distribute meals to residents. This allowed families to receive free bags of food. The bags were filled with fruit, vegetables, and much more. Grenada City Councilman Michael Smith told WCBI, over 200 families were served. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) An investigation is underway after a shooting claimed a life. West Point Police Chief Mike Edwards tells WCBI, there has been a shooting and a death. No further details are being released at this time. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Crime Tags: details, fatal shooting, limited, local, Shooting, West Point
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Trinity Place Retirement community hosted its 3rd annual Diamonds & Dancing Gala. The night was filled with live music form the Blue-Eyed Brass Band and Trinity’s Marketing Director; Rhonda Richardson even made an appearance on stage. The gala proceeds benefit The Sunday Fund, which is a Benevolence Fund for Elders. WCBI’s Kealy Shields helped Emcee the night…
STARKVILLE, Miss., (WCBI) — Two weeks after a Winter storm blew through North Mississippi, many people are still feeling the effects. Some homes are still without power and water, and relief agencies are doing what they can to help. So are private businesses. In Starkville, Southwire’s Project Gift has been collecting donations all week. On a windy Saturday in the…
IUKA, Miss. (WCBI) Family and Community members held a prayer vigil for Denny Mcguff. Mcguff is a lineman for the Tishomingo County Electric Power Association. He was electrocuted while trying to restore power in Tishomingo County after the recent ice storm. According to a social media post, Mcguff was airlifted to UAB in Birmingham, and had his left arm amputated….
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) The Houston Police Department said it has been made aware of break-ins at storage units in surrounding cities. This is a reminder for you to keep an eye out for anything suspicious, and to notify your local law enforcement agency if you notice anything unusual. You are also encouraged everyone to check their unit and make sure…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Around 5:00 Friday evening, the Louisville Fire Department’s 2004 Ford F-450 flatbed truck was stolen from behind the fire department. The truck was being used to haul lifesaving equipment, pull the command trailer, and to take to resources to emergency scenes. Firefighters had just returned back to the station in the truck and were called to a…
COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) – It’s usually considered the biggest single sporting event in the U.S., and definitely the most-watched. Super Bowl 60 is tomorrow, and many of the people watching will be doing so at restaurants and bars. “We have a gameday platter for sure, just like last year, so we have plenty of wings,” Michael Armstrong said. In football, games…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Vickie Ellington was last heard from on January 27, 2011, when she texted friends stating that she was going to meet someone in Louisville from Kosciusko. After not hearing from Ellington throughout the day, her friends became worried and drove to Louisville to look for her. They were able to find her Chevrolet Suburban in the Wal-Mart…
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) City officials in Grenada are stepping up to help residents who have been without power and water for over two weeks. Grenada Mayor Charles Latham and Judge Gregory Conley organized a water giveaway day. This gave residents a chance to get free cases of water. Judge Gregory Conley tells WCBI, 90 cases of water were passed out….
TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) According to the Tishomingo County Electric Power Association, a customer reported a local number calling claiming to be employed TCEPA, and the caller also asked for banking information. The scam caller also said if payment is made power will be restored. This is a scam. They are more than likely trying to profit from customers who…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Around 6:30 Friday night, Hatley and Smithville Fire Departments were called to a structure fire on Smithville Road. The first units on scene reported a heavily involved residential structure. Due to the difficulty of the situation and the wind driven fire, more firefighters were requested from Amory, Becker-Athens, and Splunge Fire Departments. Everyone inside of the…
COLUMBUS, Miss. – Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry will remain in his position after Jackson city leaders selected a different finalist to lead the Jackson Police Department. Daughtry was one of four finalists in Jackson’s nationwide search for a new police chief. Columbus city officials said his selection as a finalist reflected the strong leadership he has brought to the…
The Itawamba Indian Players will bring a popular movie to the stage as part of the theater group’s annual musical production. Allie Martin attended a rehearsal of “Matilda Junior” and shows us how the musical not only promises to entertain audiences but also helps keep the arts thriving in Itawamba County schools.
This community giveaway was just one way they are helping those who are still experiencing power outages, property damage, and other effects.
Nearly two weeks after Winter Storm Fern rolled into Mississippi, thousands are still without power, and the death toll continues to rise.
Some Mississippi SNAP recipients will have been approved for replacement benefits due tot he effects of Winter Storm Fern.
A former North Mississippi teacher, who was convicted on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a child in federal court, is no longer facing state charges.
A Fayette County man serving a life sentence for rape will remain in an Alabama prison.