What You Need to Know This Wednesday – 11/26/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher Nick Hairston about what you need to know this Wednesday.
Columbus woman hosts “Stop the Violence” event
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus woman hosted an event to “Stop the Violence.” Lakeshia Hairston first held the program last year. Survivors of self-harm and families who have been affected by gun violence were some of the speakers on Sunday She hopes to impact the younger generation to stop the cycle. The event was held at the Townsend Community Center…
Local university responds federal funding changes
Mississippi University for Women says a lot nursing students gets financial assistance from donors and scholarships the school offers.
Link Centre to use grant money for concert hall renovations
The funding is from the Mississippi Arts Commission Building Fund for the Arts grant
Tupelo’s non-profit arts, education, and social service center will get some much-needed repairs, thanks to a grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission.
Midday (Christmas Parade Event) – 11/25/25
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Chelsea best about the upcoming Christmas Parade.
CPD holds Citizen Police Academy Graduation ceremony
The Columbus Police Department held its Citizen Police Academy Graduation.
Lately At The Library – 11/25/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Erin Busbea and Melissa Duncan-Thomas about the upcoming events at the library
Good News With Colin – 11/25/25
For today’s Good News, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the upcoming events for this week, as well as wish him a happy birthday.
Crime Stoppers (Lowndes County) – 11/25/25
On this week’s Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Dr. Ashley Meredith and Assistant Chief Brian Locke as they discuss a new tool for drug testing.
WCBI’s Midday Toy Giveaway – 11/24/2025
It’s time for the WCBI Midday Toy Giveaway!
MSU students showcase eco-friendly electric vehicle on-campus
MSU professor John Ball says it is satisfying helping students be a part of the next generation of advanced vehicle engineering.
Volunteer firefighters get in some training close to home
Tupelo Fire Department Training Center hosts area volunteer firefighters and instructors
Volunteer firefighters across Lee County received some valuable training without having to leave the area.
Midday (Angel Tree Ministry) – 11/24/25
On today’s Midday, Kealy talks with Carey Duck and Geri Jones about the upcoming Angel Tree Ministry.
WCBI Sunrise (The Messiah Event) – 11/24/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks to Dr. Phillip Stockton about the upcoming Messiah Event.
Midas of Tupelo helps a local veteran through Project Spark
Active duty veteran gets refurbished vehicle just in time for Christmas holidays
Thanksgiving and Christmas come early for an active duty veteran and his family. Midas of Tupelo donated a car to Tech Sergeant Eric Faris as part of an annual giveaway. Each year around Christmas, Midas of Tupelo gives a refurbished vehicle to a community member.
West Point woman continues mother’s legacy of giving
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – For more than 20 years, Pearlie Westbrooks made it her mission to get a homecooked Thanksgiving meal to the inmates and staff at the Clay County Jail. She passed away in 2023, but her daughter, Terrilyn Murray, is keeping her mother’s legacy alive with The Annual Pearlie Westbrooks’ Clay County Thanksgiving Jail Dinner. “It gives us…
An Ole Miss athlete is giving back during the bye week
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) A Former Houston High School athlete is giving back to his hometown during his off week. Ole Miss Defensive Lineman William Echoles held a turkey giveaway this weekend. This allowed Houston residents and Chickasaw County families, to get a free turkey and canned goods. 100 birds were given away at this event. The Ole Miss Rebel William…
City of Macon hosts Thanksgiving dinner for senior citizens
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) With Thanksgiving just days away, some people are getting in the holiday spirit by giving back. Macon’s Boyz 2 Men organization, Mt. Caramel Brotherhood, and City of Macon Event Operations Committee took the opportunity to serve their neighbors by serving Thanksgiving Dinner to senior citizens. “When you speak in Noxubee County, there is always something negative, but…
State and Ole Miss cadets face off in Calhoun City
CALHOUN CITY, Miss. (WCBI) — A rivalry rich in tradition like a tale as old as time, the 2025 Egg Bowl kicks off Friday, November 28 in Starkville. The Rebels are looking to continue their streak against the Bulldogs, and the Dawgs are looking to regain ground – and bragging rights. But, before the Rebels and Dawgs face off in…
A Thanksgiving community lunch was held in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) The government reopened over a week ago, but families are still feeling the impacts of the 43-day long shutdown. The shutdown left hundreds of thousands of families wondering where their next meal will come from, and if they would be able to enjoy the holidays. A Columbus resident is stepping up to help those families. Shanta Blakney…
A woman has been missing for almost four decades
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Thursday marked thirty-nine years since Madeline Ponds disappeared while at work in Columbus. Ponds was last seen working on November 20,1986, at PJ’s One-Stop on Highway 82 South. Her mother brought her dinner and went back home. Less than 5 minutes after her mother left the store, a customer came in and did not see anyone. About…
Joyner area residents plan memorial garden for pets killed by vicious dogs
The memorial will feature stones with paintings of the faces of the cats who were victims of the attacks
Pet owners in Tupelo’s Joyner neighborhood are organizing a memorial space to remember cats lost to dog attacks this year.
Abandoned house caught fire in Columbus
Columbus Fire & Rescue says it’s common for more fires to happen in colder weather at abandoned buildings.
CCSO is investigating a weekend incident
Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott tells WCBI, at least five people were injured by gunfire at a bonfire early Sunday morning, including a juvenile.