Kealy Shields visits West Point students at Bryan Public Library
Children in West Point spent their afternoon learning about the adventures of broadcast journalism.
Mid-Morning (Library Card Sign Up Events) – 08/26/25
Today’s Mid-Morning features Kealy as she sits with Melissa Thomas and Haylei Wilson to discuss the upcoming Library Sign Up event.
Good News With Colin – 08/26/25
This week’s Good News Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the good news of the week.
Crime Stoppers (MSU Police Department) – 08/26/25
On this week’s Crime Stoppers, Kealy sits down and talks with Assistant Police Chief, Brian Locke, about MSU starting this year.
Tree service crew provides CPR to man suffering medical emergency
Crew with Rook's Tree Service noticed a man lying in the road, stopped and administered CPR until paramedics arrived
Quick thinking by workers with a local tree service is credited with saving the life of a man having a medical emergency.
Starkville Chief Ballard discusses fighting crime with the community’s help
Fighting crime is easier when the Police force and the community are on the same page. That was part of the message from Starkville Police Chief Mark Ballard.
Gun found in student’s backpack at West Point Elementary School
Parents in our area are being alerted after a gun was found in a student’s backpack.
Therapy in a world of technology: Why local therapist says it matters
In a world of social media, artificial intelligence, and technology, having someone to talk to can be more important than ever. Rayford Mullins with Sanders Counseling Associates said they want every child to have the tools they need to help better themselves.
First-generation college students gear up for new academic year
Mississippi State is making sure those students have the resources to succeed on campus and in their careers.
Midday (Mental Health Matters) – 08/25/25
Today on WCBI’s Midday, our Kealy Shields talks to Verketha Harris about an upcoming event for mental health.
Man charged with Ole Miss student’s death to enter possible plea
One of the men charged with the death of an Ole Miss student in 2022 could know his fate this week.
MUW ranks 16th in Best Bang for the Buck South College list
It’s the beginning of the school year, and Mississippi University for Women has already broken into the Top 20.
New Tornado Shelters Installed in Lowndes County Communities
FEMA-funded project brings safer storm options to Crawford, Artesia, and Plum Grove.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. — Residents in southern and western Lowndes County now have new places to take cover when severe weather hits. Crews spent the past few days installing 10 tornado shelters at community centers in Artesia, Crawford and Plum Grove. Each shelter is designed to hold about 20 people, though county leaders say more could fit in an emergency….
A first responders lunch was held at Parkway Baptist Church
HOUSTON, MISS. (WCBI) One local church is trying to make sure the legacy of a former first responder is not forgotten, while also honoring those who currently serve. Jeremy Voyles was a deputy at the Chickasaw County Sheriff’s Office, and he was killed in the line of duty in August of 2019. Saturday his church honored his legacy, show appreciation…
SPD is investigating a Friday night shooting
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) On Friday, August 22nd, around 9:50 Starkville Police Officers responded to a report of gunshots in the area of The Social Block apartments. Initial information suggested that the shooting was connected to a fight earlier in the evening where a weapon was reportedly involved. Those claims led to interviews, but they were later determined to be false….
Two suspects caught trying to break into a house in Prentiss Co.
Two suspects were caught on camera trying to break into a home on County Road 4111 near New Site.
Man accused of taking equipment from Lion Hills Center and Golf Course
Local police need the community’s help identifying a man accused of taking equipment from Lion Hills Center and Golf Course.
Mid-Morning (Owl Team Support) – 08/25/25
Today’s Mid-Morning includes Kealy in the studio talking with Dean Burrows about supporting the W’s Owls.
Starkville Strong continues monthly free essential item drive
The event has been going on for more than two years now, and the community involvement continues to grow with it.
UAM shows taking flight in a closer lens in Tupelo with Aviation Day
UAM hosted its inaugural Aviation Community Day, combining family fun and the opportunity to explore the thrill of flying.
Tupelo supports farmers market with Alzheimer’s organization
The Farmers’ market was held at The Depot on August 23.
A new master plan has been put in place for Starkville
Future phases include entertainment, cultural and historic landmarks, residential living, and more parking.
Former Ole Miss Softball player becomes first female on Party Animals Team
As unique as the game is, the Party Animals take it one step further. Former Ole Miss softball player, fresh out of the Women’s College World Series, Ashton Lansdell is the first female to join the Party Animals.
Concrete and steel up at Chickasaw Heritage Site
Phase One has framing up, city of Tupelo will finish the access road closer to completion
Construction is moving along at the Chickasaw Heritage Center in Tupelo.