MS Attorney General’s Office hosts yearly Shred Day
Big Ideas Inc. has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority, the CREATE Foundation, Toyota Mississippi, and CDF to bring its mobile learning lab to high schools.
Severe weather pushes cotton production back in Mississippi
A local cotton farmer discusses setbacks in crop production.
Next To Nature (Blackberries) – 06/11/2025
There are certain things that take you back to a place in time. Walking through the woods and finding a sweet treat in the middle of summer can be one of them. In this week’s Next to Nature we learn more about wild blackberries.
Big Ideas Learning Lab previews hands-on experience for students
The non profit will visit tenth graders at area high schools this fall
Thousands of tenth graders across the area will have a unique, hands-on experience with a high-tech mobile learning lab this fall.
Cedar Hill Animal Sanctuary cleans up damage after severe weather
They are in need of volunteers and donations. If you’d like to help, you can call (662) 574-2714.
WCBI’s Allie Martin accepts check on behalf of North MS St. Jude Heroes
WCBI’s Allie Martin accepted a check on behalf of the North Mississippi St Jude Heroes, in the amount of $11,660.
An update on a shooting case in West Point
Bond has been set for a man accused of shooting another man in the leg.
Columbus man arrested for fraud across multiple states
Starkville Police have arrested a Columbus man accused of committing fraud across multiple states.
Houston makes final preparations for annual Homecoming
Celebration to feature parade, veteran recognitions, fireworks and other family friendly attractions
Final preparations are underway for one of the biggest patriotic events in the region.
Pontotoc teen helps raise funds for special needs
The Miss Pontotoc Ridge Teen Volunteer partnered with local businesses to donate a percentage of their sales to The Shine Foundation.
The Miss Pontotoc Ridge Teen Volunteer partnered with local businesses to donate a percentage of their sales to The Shine Foundation.
Local church organization helps families with storm damage
Whether you’re starting from scratch or needing extra assistance, the Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Relief team is stepping in to lend a hand.
Pickens County celebrates new pre-K sites
A district-wide ribbon cutting was held to celebrate the 4 new pre-K classrooms in the county. Ceremonies were held at Aliceville Elementary, Reform Elementary, and Gordo Elementary.
Mississippi residents prepare for upcoming Special Election
A panel of three Federal judges ordered the Mississippi Legislature to redraw its electoral map, and that means new lines for five State House of Representatives seats in our area.
Midday (Sound of Summer/ Lemonade Day) – 06/10/25
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Barbara Bigelow about the upcoming events “Sound of Summer” and “Lemonade Day”.
Good News With Colin (GTR Lemonade Day) – 06/10/2025
Today on Good News, Kealy and Colin are sipping on some lemonade ahead of the upcoming Golden Triangle Lemonade Day!
Crime Stoppers (MSU Police) – 06/10/25
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with MSU Assistant Chief Brian Locke and Dr. Jesse Goliath about Forensic Investigations and partnerships with the MS Dept. of Education.
Giant cross raised in Pontotoc after swift fundraising campaign
The cross sits at the intersection of Highway 6 and the exit to Highway 336
The threat of rainy weather did not hamper a celebration in Pontotoc County as a giant cross is raised.
FORGE hosts its 2nd annual Girls Construction Camp
This 5-day event aimed at middle school girls teaches them about all the different types of opportunities in construction. Young women from all over the state are learning different types of skilled trades. This is all to expand their knowledge of the opportunities available to them, in what’s typically a male-dominated field.
Heavy weekend rain worsened Hughes Road
Several inches of rain over the weekend caused this area to flood and even stopped up the ditch.
Sunrise (Beauty with a Purpose) – 06/09/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks to Marianne about the Beauty with a Purpose Pageant. Listen in!
Columbus organization celebrates Gun Violence Awareness Day
The Orange for Life event held at the Townsend Community Center Stage recognizes National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Man given sentenced to life for 1st-degree murder in Itawamba Co.
An Itawamba County jury returned a guilty verdict against Jay Alexander West for First Degree Murder about the September 9, 2022, killing of Tyler Ward at Ward’s home on 62 Deck Taylor Road.
Suspect wanted for vandalizing laundry mat and car wash in Fulton
The Fulton Police Department needs your help in finding someone who vandalized Phil’s Laundromat and Carwash.
Community members spreads awareness for children in need
With June being Children’s Awareness Month, Temeka Jefferson and others hosted an event at the Columbus Lock and Dam.