Local business hosts Easter event for with their customers’ children
One business in Lowndes County is using the Easter holiday as a way to connect with customers and their children.
A Hippity Hoppity Easter in West Point
Some children from West Point and Clay County got an early hop on Easter. They used their own detective skills in an annual Egg Hunt sponsored by the Clay County Sheriff’s Department and the West Point Police Department.
WCBI Sunrise (International Fiesta) – 04/06/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Karolina Kastsiuchenka about the upcoming International Fiesta at Mississippi State University
Lee County church covers the streets in prayer
VERONA, MISS. (WCBI) – Step by step, members of The Anchor Church prayed as they walked on this evening, to the fire station, the police department, and city hall, where prayers were lifted for Mayor Bobby Williams. The prayer walk comes one week after two separate shootings left two people dead, and another wounded But Anchor Church Pastor David Ball says the…
Columbus church and feeding ministry serve up a good meal on Good Friday
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – On this Good Friday, several members of Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church are helping their neighbors by making them a meal. Hopewell members and other volunteers took time out to prepare and serve meals at Loaves and Fishes in Columbus. The group prepared to feed more than 250 people of all ages, and with Friday being a…
Local high school senior turns his struggles into strength
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Exchange Club of Columbus recently hosted the 2025-2026 Accepting the Challenge of Excellence Awards Luncheon. The A.C.E. Award goes to a student who has persevered through hardship. This year’s winner was Rowe Gillis of New Hope High School, and for him, life hasn’t always been easy. He was a healthy and active student and…
Grave Digger and Monster Jam meet up before Monster Jam
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Meet the ladies behind the wheels of two of the biggest names in Monster Trucks. Categories: Local News Tags: Cadence Bank Arena, grave-digger, Krysten Anderson, Loghan Ashline, monster-jam, Sparkle Smash
Sparkle Smash to thrill crowds at Monster Jam
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Logan brings her own shine to Sparkle Smash and Monster Jam Categories: Local News Tags: Cadence Bank Arena, Loghan Ashline, monster-jam, Sparkle Smash, Tupelo MS
Meet the new generation of Grave Digger
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Allie Martin talks with Grave Digger’s driver and finds out it’s a family business. Categories: Local News Tags: Cadence Bank Arena, grave-digger, Krysten Anderson, monster-jam, Tupelo MS
Meet the host of Monster Jam
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Allie Martin talks with the voice of Monster Jam Categories: Local News Tags: Cadence Bank Arena, monster-jam, Tupelo
Starkville Community Theatre prepares for “The Book of Will”
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Starkville Community Theatre prepares for “The Book of Will”, a comedic and poignant look at the drama behind creating Shakespeare’s “First Folio” Categories: Local News Tags: comedy, Starkville, starkville community theatre, The Book of Will, Theater, William Shakespeare
Locals react to rising gas prices
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Gas prices have been climbing since the war with Iran began. No matter the commute, people say their pockets are feeling the effects of higher gas prices. Chris Latham drives a Ford F-150, and often fills his gas cans for his boat and lawnmower. “A whole 50 dollars more to fill up this 40-gallon tank right here….
Mock crash gives students a look at the dangers of drinking and driving
Students at a Lee County high school witnessed the cost of a bad decision during a unique demonstration.
MS educators react to expected $2,000 pay raise from Legislature
The state ranks last in the country when it comes to teacher pay, with an average teacher salary of $55,704.
Anderson Grove Civic Association leads a tour of former Anderson Grove School
A community group in northern Lowndes County is on a mission to preserve and bring new purpose to a former school.
Community Outreach honors the West Lowndes Elementary and High School’s principals
West Lowndes Community Outreach honored the men who help keep the school going, Elementary Principal Robert Sanders and High School Principal Antonio Magee.
Police arrest a man on assault charges in Columbus
A man who allegedly assaulted Columbus Police is now in custody.
Midday (Lemonade Day) – 04/02/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Margaret-Mary-Coker about the upcoming Golden Triangle Lemonade Day.
Another Mississippi Lottery Player wins $50,000
According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, the lucky ticket was purchased in Southeast Mississippi at Kieth’s Super Store in Lucedale.
Several counties remain under burn bans despite recent rainy weather
Despite recent rains, several of our area counties are still under burn bans.
Suspect wanted for shooting at a home in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are asking for the public’s help in finding someone who shot at a home on Wednesday night.
Viewers’ Choice Awards – 04/02/26
Voting is now open in the WCBI Viewer’s Choice Awards! Go to wcbi.com/contests now to vote for your favorites from across North Mississippi and West Alabama.
WCBI announces 2026 Monster Jam winners (Part 2)
We are adding more winners. Congratulations to Margaret Tumblin of Houston and Monica Sanders of Macon! You both also won 4 free tickets to Monster Jam this weekend.
WCBI announces 2026 Monster Jam winners (Part 1)
Congratulations to our winners, Pamela Wilson of Macon and Kelly Keller of Amory!