MSU hosts small ruminant conference
Sheep and Goat Producers loaded this trailer to take a tour, to learn more about their animals.
Scouts from across the region attend the weekly Camp Yocona
Summer camp was on for troops of the Natchez Trace Council representing places like French Camp, Starkville, Columbus, and Caledonia.
From fostering to adopting: young boy finds forever home
You may remember that back in May, a mass adoption day was held in Starkville. We spoke with one of the families who adopted a child that day about the process and what life is like now.
Vitalant teamed up with WCBI for Save Our Summer campaign
The East Oktibbeha County Volunteer Fire Department was called to a house fire in the 8000 block of Curtis Chapel Road, where a two-story home was completely engulfed in flames.
Monroe Co. man pleas guilty to sex trafficking a minor
A Monroe County man who was arrested on human trafficking charges has pleaded guilty to a single count of sex trafficking a minor.
Two arrests made after a drug search in Itawamba Co.
Efforts to curb the drug trade in Itawamba County resulted in two arrests.
Tupelo man accused of filming someone without consent
A Tupelo man is being held without bond after being accused of videoing someone without their consent.
Oktibbeha fire leaves one man dead and the home destroyed
Just after 2 A.M, the East Oktibbeha County Volunteer Fire Department was called to a house fire in the 800 block of Curtis Chapel Road.
One person dead and another injured after fatal crash in Alcorn Co.
One person is dead, and another seriously injured after a two-car crash in Alcorn County.
Suspect identified and wanted for a shooting in Brooksville
Brooksville Police have identified a suspect in a late May shooting, now they’re asking for the public’s help in finding him.
WCBI Sunrise (Summertime Story Event) – 06/13/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Delores Cunnie about the upcoming Summer Time Story Event.
Around The Area (Tupelo Elvis Festival) – 06/13/25
On today’s episode of Around The Area, Allie Martin travels back to Tupelo for the Elvis Festival and the tributes they have to the king of rock and roll.
New Hope athletic department is on track
New Hope High School prepares to open its first track.
MS Institute of Arts and Letter to host honor banquet for artist
The Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters honors artist from around Mississippi every year who has had an impact on the community.
Camp Rising Sun hosts record number of kids in its 37th year
The Summer Camp is free for kids diagnosed with cancer and relies on donations, partnerships, and volunteer efforts to serve campers.
The Summer Camp is free for kids diagnosed with cancer and relies on donations, partnerships, and volunteer efforts to serve campers.
Students learn various aspects of police work in Chief’s Camp
The week long camp builds positive relationships between young people and law enforcement
It is the season for Summer camps and students at one camp are learning all about what it takes to serve and protect.
Georgia man dies in fatal motorcycle accident in Lowndes Co.
A Georgia man was killed in a weekend motorcycle crash in Lowndes County.
Lee Co. Sheriff’s Office and Tupelo PD investigate fatal crash
The Lee County Coroner’s Office is investigating a traffic fatality that occurred last night.
Columbus City Council discusses Safer Street Program Progression
The Columbus City Council is discussing moving forward with the Safer Streets program.
Columbus City Council discusses budget amendment
At today’s work session, the Columbus City Council drafted a resolution to amend the city budget to take care of expenses that came up over the past year.
Lowndes County to host Dizzy Dean 12-U Baseball Tournament
Bankfirst Yards at the Lowndes County Sportsplex is playing host to the Dizzy Dean 12-U Baseball and Softball Tournaments.
Agriculture Commissioner announced running for MS Governor
Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner announced his intention to run for Governor on Wednesday evening, June 11, on social media.
Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library is more than just books
The library has been hosting free tech workshops since January, adding to the already expansive services the library hosts.
The library has been hosting free tech workshops since January, adding to the already expansive services the library hosts.
WCBI Sunrise (Boys to Men Life Skill Academy) -06/12/2025
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealey talks with Eddie Myles and Milton Smith about the Boys To Men Life Skill Academy.