Next to Nature (Talking Turkey: Part 2) – 04/01/26
On this week’s episode of Next to Nature, Eric and Dr. Long are back to discuss more about the “King of Spring”, the Turkey!
Aberdeen family business celebrates 80 years
Decades ago, on April 1, the Comers started their family business. Jimmy Comer was only a year old when his father founded Comer Packing Company.
CREATE Foundation provides valuable experience for local students
A partnership between The CREATE Foundation and local schools is pairing students with businesses and nonprofits. Allie Martin shows us how the Frank Spain Internship Program is helping a Tupelo non-profit and is also shaping the future goals of a high school senior.
Students express creativity with their fashion ideas in Columbus
Creativity stole the spotlight tonight in Columbus as students turned books and newspapers into runway fashion.
Good News with Colin – 03/31/26
Today on Good News with Colin, Kealy and Colin are back in the studio to discuss the upcoming events going on this week
Mid-Morning (Parkinson Awareness Walk) – 04/01/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Jennifer Pounders about the upcoming Parkinson Awareness Walk.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know Wednesdays) – 04/01/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Nick Hairston on what you need to know this Wednesday.
Lee County Sheriff to seek seventh term as initial work underway on new Adult Detention Center
As work is underway on the first phase of a new Adult Detention Center for Lee County, Sheriff Jim Johnson is making a decision about his future. Johnson will seek a seventh term. Allie Martin talked with the sheriff who has been pushing for a new jail and justice center for years.
Tranquil Methodist Church rebuilds after 2023 tornado
Three years after its wooden frame was shaken, the congregation filled the sanctuary on Palm Sunday, celebrating new life
Three years ago in March, parts of the WCBI viewing area were hit by a devastating tornado. One of the places that sustained significant damage was a 172-year-old church in Wren. Tranquil Methodist Church sat right off Highway 45 North.
Sulligent residents react to new mayor
Dozens of Sulligent residents attended the special called meeting, but not all agreed with the final vote.
Woman arrested for alleged shoplifting in Columbus
The Columbus Police Department has made an arrest for alleged shoplifting.
Boil water notice lifted for residents in Noxubee Co.
The Boil Water Notice issued by the Shuqualak Butler Water Association for customers in the Butler area has been lifted.
City Council approves contract for striping work in Columbus
the Columbus City Council voted to award a contract for striping work to the area around the new traffic light at Bluecutt Road and Leigh Drive to J.C. Cheek Contractors.
Two lottery players win $50,000 according to Mississippi Lottery Corporation
According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, two people won $50,000 just days apart.
Crime Stoppers (Robbery in Noxubee) – 03/31/26
On this week’s segment of Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Investigator Tina Williams and Virginia Rich about the Noxubee robbery
More renovations coming to East Columbus gym
Soon, the East Columbus Gym will have a completely new look. Two new additions have been completed so far.
Monroe County wedding and event venue is a longtime dream of a local couple
A Monroe County couple is proof that it is never too late to start a dream business.
Local Feminist Book Club holds discussions for readings in Downtown Columbus
Local readers and students formed a circle at the back of the store to discuss the parable of The Sower by Octavia Butler.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. gives back with community baby shower
For Global Impact Day, the Pi Iota Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. gave back to the community. The sorority held a community baby shower for those in need.
Tupelo embraces the rapid rise of pickleball
The All-America City is seeing a steady rise in popularity for a sport that appeals to a broad age range.
Pets Without Partners (Dana) – 03/27/26
On this week’s Pets Without Partners, Kealy talks with Kim Hayes about her special guest, Dana.
Mid-Morning (Meet Briana) – 03/27/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks and introduces our new Meteorologist, Brianna Teer.
WCBI’S Monster Jam Contest – 03/26/26
Trucks will be rumbling into the Cadence Bank Arena next month for Monster Jam! Scan the QR code or go to wcbi.com/contests to enter.
The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is now in the Round of 16!
If your bracket is busted, you can still do a new bracket for the Round of 16 and have a chance to win. And if you didn’t enter at the start of the tournament, enter now for a chance to win a $475 nationwide prize of a VISA Gift Card. Go to wcbi.com/contests to enter for a chance to win!