Next to Nature (Binoculars) – 01/28/26
On this week’s Next to Nature, Eric and Dr. Long are back to discussing binoculars and using them to observe nature.
Grant will help low income homeowners get needed repairs on their biggest investment
A $100,000 grant will be available for Okolona homeowners who meet eligibility requirements
Chris Shirley was glad to make the drive from Tuscaloosa to Okolona.
First house demolished in Columbus Blight Program
There are more than 200 blighted properties in Columbus. City leaders watched the first demolition on Wednesday, January 28.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know) – 01/28/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher and Nick Hairston about what you need to know Wednesday!
Expert warns of scam spikes during times of crisis
A social media post has been circulating featuring a damaged vehicle from a local utility and an injured man. Communication experts say its common to see an uptick in scams during a time of crisis.
4 County CEO gives update on recovery efforts in Lowndes Co.
Closer to home today was the first relatively good weather day since the weekend.
Providing hope and a hot meal for those impacted by the ice storm
Eight Days of Hope mobilizes its Rapid Response feeding team
A local ministry is bringing hope and a hot meal to hundreds across our area impacted by the winter storm.
8 Days Of Hope (Allie Martin’s Live) – 01/27/26
Today on Midday, we go live to New Albany with Allie Martin with 8 Days of Hope on gearing up to serve the community up to serve the community through Christ.
Crews work to restore power in Lafayette County
Many Oxford residents like Shirl Braziel lost power after Winter Storm Fern hit this past weekend. A number of fallen trees and down power lines were reported throughout Lafayette County.
Midday (Valentines Dance) – 01/27/26
Today on Midday, WCBI’s Kealy Shields is in the studio with Charity and Edward Yeates about the upcoming Father and Daughter Valentine Banquet.
Restoring power and providing hope; Saltillo recovering from ice storm
Tombigbee Electric crews are working hard, as the Blue Magnolia Bread Co. provides a warm space for those in need
Nearly every resident in Saltillo was without power on Sunday, but power crews are working to fix that. Allie Martin has more.
Winter storms causing power outages in many areas
4-County Electric Power Association reports more than 4,000 homes were without power through one day in their territory.
Winter Weather Report from Allie Martin (LIVE SHOT) – 01/25/26
Today on WCBI’s Special Winter Weather Report, Allie Martin is with Tupelo Mayor Todd Jordan at the Cadence Bank Arena to discuss recovery efforts and the warming shelter stationed in the area.
Winter Weather update (Kealy Shields) – 01/24/26
Another winter weather update from Kealy Shields proves that cold weather is too much for the trees!
Choctaw Co. Winter Weather update (Lakeadra Coffee) – 01/24/26
On today’s news, WCBI reporter Lakeadra Coffee gives us a look at the weather updates in Choctaw Co.
Winter Weather Update (Kealy Shields) – 01/24/26
Today on WCBI News, we get an update on winter storms in the West Point area from our very own Kealy Shields!
Winter Storm Fern Arrives in Tupelo
The winter storm has brought some bone chilling temperatures and some slick spots in the Tupelo area on the road. WCBI’s Allie Martin has a look at how the city is coping with the cold.
Non-profit opens several pantries during severe winter weather
Starkville Strong is also ensuring people are fed during these times with community food pantries around the area.
Grocery shelves receives impact ahead of winter weather scarce
Owner of Sun Fresh Market, Wyliss Kemp, said they also have to modify their usual operations because of the weather threat.
Community comes together to help those in need
The City of Eupora is preparing to open its Civic Center as a warming shelter, and it could be in operation for an extended period of time, and people are going to need supplies.
Lowndes County Sheriff’s office helps restock local food pantries for residents
With the threat of extreme winter weather on the horizon, Sheriff’s Office personnel restocked the community mini-pantries on Thursday. In doing so, they emptied the department’s main pantry.
MDOT and Lee County make preparations ahead of weekend winter storm
Officials are preparing for the worst and praying for the best
At MDOT’s District One headquarters in Tupelo, crews are busy mixing a salt brine solution that will soon go on the roads.
Local/state agencies make plans ahead of winter storm forecast
Local and state agencies are making plans ahead of the winter storm that is forecast to hit Northeast Mississippi.
First responders make game plan for incoming severe weather
First responders are preparing the worst ahead of the winter storm. Columbus and Lowndes County leaders met on Thursday to develop a plan.