Lowndes Co. EMA director urges preparation during Severe Weather Preparedness Week
February 8 through February 14 is severe weather preparedness week in Mississippi.
Tupelo joins growing list of Mississippi municipalities banning kratom
Stores have a thirty day grace period to get all products containing kratom off the shelves
A lot of shelves and counter space inside Tupelo Smoke and Vape are filled with kratom products. But with the upcoming ban on the herbal supplement, all kratom products will soon be gone.
Next to Nature (The Skunk) – 02/11/26
On this week’s episode of Next to Nature, Eric and Dr. Long are discussing the fluffy but smelly skunk.
Mid-Morning (Exotic Animals – Emerson Animal Hospital) – 02/11/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Dr. Karen Emerson and Dr. Ashley Janzen about Ashley Janzen’s mission trip to Mongolia.
Mid-Morning (Fossil Park Fundraiser) – 02/11/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Barbara Bigelow about the Fossil Park Fundraiser!
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know Wednesdays) – 02/11/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Nick Hairston about what you need to know this Wednesday.
Hunt High alumni reflect on school memories
Laverne Greene-Leech graduated from R.E. Hunt High in 1966.
Students set to return to Blue Mountain Christian University after an unexpected break
Ice from Winter Storm Fern caused widespread power outages, at the university and across the region
Students at a Christian University in our region are heading back to classes this week, after getting an unexpected break due to Winter Storm Fern.
Calls for change after deadly shooting in West Point
According to the West Point Police Department, around 5:30 Sunday evening, officers responded to a shooting at Ridgewood Apartments. When they got there, they found 15-year-old Jordan Logan in a grassy area near the complex, dead from an apparent gunshot wound.
Good News With Colin – 02/10/26
On this week’s Good News, Colin and Kealy are back in the studio to discuss the good news going on this week!
Crime Stoppers (Amory Police Department) – 02/10/26
On this week’s Crime Stopper, Amory Police Department’s Investigator Rick Jones is here to discuss the topic of storage units burglaries.
Ole Miss students return to campus
For two weeks, the University of Mississippi was closed because of the impact of Winter Storm Fern.
For two weeks, the University of Mississippi was closed because of Winter Storm Fern’s impact on the Oxford campus.
Local woman lives a life of service, breaking barriers for future generations
Lavonne Latham Harris wears many hats. For starters, she is the first woman to represent Ward 4 on the Columbus City Council. But Harris says she grew up with a passion to serve.
Columbus Air Force Base pays tribute to father-son duo
The new title honors Retired Air Force General Mike “Mobile” Holmes and his son, the late Captain Wade “Stab” Holmes.
WCBI Sunrise (Starkville Rotary Classic Rodeo) – 02/09/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, our Kealy Shields spoke with Rotary President Susan Seal about the upcoming Starkville Rotary Classic Rodeo on February 13th and 14th. Tune in for more information.
Aberdeen lets the good times roll
ABERDEEN, Miss., (WCBI) — The City of Aberdeen’s letting the good times role as the city held its seventh annual Mardi Gras parade. The parade and festival took place in downtown Aberdeen on Saturday from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. The parade, in its seventh year, began as a fundraiser for the Friends of the Aberdeen Animal Shelter for the animal…
Ole miss star Will Echoles held a meet and greet in his hometown
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) Ole Miss football fans got a chance to put a face to a name this weekend. Ole Miss Defensive Lineman Will Echoles held a meet and greet. This gave parents and children a chance to meet and take pictures with the former Houston Hilltopper. Fans also got a chance to get autographs. Echoles said, events like this…
Community members host feeding in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) A local nonprofit organization is stepping up to help the community. The turning it around organization held a community feeding. This allowed people to enjoy a free meal. Some of the food at this event included chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and even dessert. One of the Servers of the feeding Vanessa Walker says this was all to help…
A food distribution was held in Grenada on Saturday
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) Community members, volunteers, and local youth came together this weekend at the Grenada Food Pantry to distribute meals to residents. This allowed families to receive free bags of food. The bags were filled with fruit, vegetables, and much more. Grenada City Councilman Michael Smith told WCBI, over 200 families were served. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…
WPPD is investigating a fatal shooting
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) An investigation is underway after a shooting claimed a life. West Point Police Chief Mike Edwards tells WCBI, there has been a shooting and a death. No further details are being released at this time. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Crime Tags: details, fatal shooting, limited, local, Shooting, West Point
Columbus’ golden generation spent a night on the dance floor
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Trinity Place Retirement community hosted its 3rd annual Diamonds & Dancing Gala. The night was filled with live music form the Blue-Eyed Brass Band and Trinity’s Marketing Director; Rhonda Richardson even made an appearance on stage. The gala proceeds benefit The Sunday Fund, which is a Benevolence Fund for Elders. WCBI’s Kealy Shields helped Emcee the night…
Southwire’s Project Gift held donation drive Saturday
STARKVILLE, Miss., (WCBI) — Two weeks after a Winter storm blew through North Mississippi, many people are still feeling the effects. Some homes are still without power and water, and relief agencies are doing what they can to help. So are private businesses. In Starkville, Southwire’s Project Gift has been collecting donations all week. On a windy Saturday in the…
People came together in Iuka to pray for an injured lineman
IUKA, Miss. (WCBI) Family and Community members held a prayer vigil for Denny Mcguff. Mcguff is a lineman for the Tishomingo County Electric Power Association. He was electrocuted while trying to restore power in Tishomingo County after the recent ice storm. According to a social media post, Mcguff was airlifted to UAB in Birmingham, and had his left arm amputated….
HPD wants citizens to be aware of break ins in surrounding cities
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) The Houston Police Department said it has been made aware of break-ins at storage units in surrounding cities. This is a reminder for you to keep an eye out for anything suspicious, and to notify your local law enforcement agency if you notice anything unusual. You are also encouraged everyone to check their unit and make sure…