State agencies assess dispensary damage
Possum Town Farms caught fire Sunday afternoon. Lowndes County officials assisted the State Fire Marshal with the damage assessment on Monday.
Newly renovated shelter for veterans opens at Tupelo Salvation Army
Shelter gives veterans a place to connect, and get back on their feet
The area’s only homeless shelter now has a dedicated space for military veterans. As Allie Martin reports, the Tupelo Salvation Army Veterans’ Shelter provides a space for those who have served their country to make connections that can help them get back on their feet.
UPDATE: Officer remains in critical condition after weekend collision in Starkville
The Starkville Police Department has issued an update on the condition of the officer injured on duty over the weekend.
Traffic stop leads to drug charges for a man in Itawamba Co.
A traffic stop leads to drug charges for a Fulton man.
Police arrest person of interest in connection with West Point shooting
West Point Police have a person of interest in custody in connection with a shooting on February 19.
Police in search of two felony shoplifting suspects in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in a felony shoplifting case.
New drop-off/pick-up route for car riders at Shannon Elementary
Starting today, Shannon Elementary is enforcing a new drop-off and pick-up route for car riders.
Possum Town Farms Dispensary Fire (Charity LIVE) – 02/23/26
A fire at a dispensary in Lowndes County caused major damage to the building. Several fire crews worked to put out the flames Sunday afternoon. Our charity Johnson was at possum town farms dispensary with updates on the damage.
WPPD needs your help finding Jalon Little
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) According to the West Point Police Department, Little was possibly involved and may have information about a shooting on Thursday afternoon. You may remember, we brought you the details about a shooting that left two people injured on Meadowbrook Circle. Little is being described as a black male, about 5’7″, and weighs about 130 pounds. He…
Firefighters extinguished a 55 acre wildfire
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) According to the Mississippi Forestry Commission, wildland firefighters contained a 55-acre wildfire in Pearl River County. The fire was located just off of Barth Road. This is a reminder of just how quickly conditions can change. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Team Tags: 55 acre, contained, extenguished,…
The Possum Town Farms Dispensary caught on fire
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Around 1:00, the Columbus Fire and Rescue Team, Lowndes County Volunteer Firefighters and others, responded to a call about a Commercial fire at Possum Town Farms dispensary. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming out of the building. The heavy smoke did cause major damage to the front part of the building. The…
An area city received a huge check
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) Congressman Bennie Thompson presented the city of Grenada with a one million fifteen-thousand-dollar check. The check was presented to help renovate the Grenada City Hall. The city of Grenada said this will help improve services and customer service at the city hall and create a stringer foundation for future economic growth. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…
Local volunteer fire department was called to help with a brush fire
GRENADA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On Friday afternoon around 3:20, the Sabougla Volunteer Fire Department received a call to help the Gore Springs Fire Department with a brush fire. Brush Truck 100 and Engine 107 responded to the call. Gore Springs was called to two different fires that were just a few minutes apart. Several departments in Grenada County also responded…
It has been three years since a pair went missing in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Harris was last seen by family and friends on February 18th, 2023, on Stringer Lane in the New Hope community of Lowndes County. Knight was last seen that same morning around ten o’clock driving his red 2009 Toyota Camry. Authorities believe after Harris was seen by family, she met up with Knight. A few days after they…
Aliceville residents are coming together to pray
ALICEVILLE, ALA. (WCBI) Parents, Pastors, and City Officials came together at the Aliceville City Hall to pray for protection, after the arrest of several Aliceville school employees. Multiple Aliceville Alabama school teachers and a Police officer were arrested on child related sex crimes. All five suspects are being held at the Pickens County Jail. Aliceville Resident Ray Colvin said, he…
A family is without a home in Myrtle after a house fire
UNION COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Around 1:00 Saturday afternoon, the Myrtle Fire Department responded to a call about a structure fire at a home on 1735 Highway 178 West. When firefighters arrived, they saw flames and heavy smoke coming out of the home. West Union, North Haven, and New Albany Fire Departments also responded to the scene. Myrtle Fire Chief Clay…
Tupelo host weekend Grand Slam tournament for youth
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) While spring is almost making its way over, youth baseball and soccer are making their return for kids to get involved in.’ Tupelo hosted its annual Grand Slam of North MS Kickoff Classic Baseball Tournament, Victory Cheer Genesis Championship, and Spring Freebie Softball Tournament. Over 500 youth baseball players participated in the tournament, along with 350 youth…
Marcus Hunter caught up with Rita Brent
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: comedy, Crowd, fun, gala, local
A community CPR Day was held in Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) Hands pumped hearts in Aberdeen Friday afternoon. It was all part of a community CPR awareness day. “We are helping citizens who do not know how to do CPR because you never know when it might come in handy to save someone’s life.” said Guyvester Dobbs Jr, Assistant Fire Chief at Aberdeen Fire Department. “Just the simple…
It has been three years since Bertha Gowdy was seen
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WCBI) Bertha Gowdy was last seen on February 12th, 2023, in the 1900 block of 20th Avenue. She has not been seen or heard since that day. Law enforcement, family and volunteers searched the area but were unable to find her. Gowdy’s case remains unsolved at this time. On October 9, 2025, human remains were found near the…
Wildland Firefighters worked to contain a 414-acre fire
AMITE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On February 10th and 11th, Mississippi Forestry Commission wildland firefighters worked to contain a 414-acre wildfire in Amite County. The fire was located off of McKnight Lane. The Mississippi Forestry Commission said it is thankful for everyone who battled the fire over that two-day period. If you plan to burn something, you are asked to watch…
It was a very scary moment for a driver and a Pedestrian Friday
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) It was a very scary moment for a driver and a Pedestrian Friday afternoon. Around 4:30 Friday afternoon, Tupelo Police Officers were on the scene of a vehicle and pedestrian accident. According to the Tupelo Police Department, the accident happened on North Gloster Street near Mccullough Boulevard. The pedestrian was injured and had to be taken to…
A Starkville Police Officer is in the hospital
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Around 1:40 Saturday afternoon, a Starkville Police Department motorcycle officer was involved in a traffic collision while helping with a funeral escort. During the escort, the department motorcycle and another vehicle that was not part of the escort collided. The officer suffered serious injuries and was taken by air to a medical facility in Jackson for treatment….
A stolen car was recovered in Macon
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) On January 24th, the Macon Police Department received a report of a stolen Dodge Charger at General B Drive. The vehicle was recovered Thursday in Lauderdale County. The charger has also been returned to its owner. The Macon Police Department said it appreciates the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office for its role in recovering the vehicle. For 24/7…