Columbus student named semifinalist for US Presidential Scholars
A Columbus High School student is being recognized as a semifinalist in the National Presidential Scholars Program.
MUW begins Wise Start Early Childhood Project
The Wise Start Early Childhood Project received a $500,000 grant to get started, giving the program $100,000 for the next 5 years.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT – 04/22/2025
WCBI is celebrating the high school class of 2025 with WCBI’s Senior Spotlight. Go to wcbi.com/contests now to share a picture of your high school graduate to be featured, from May through July, on WCBI and in our online gallery. Congratulations to the class of 2025!
Police Officer dies from fatal ATV crash in Olive Branch
The city of Olive Branch is mourning the loss of Lieutenant Ronnie Flanigan, who died from injuries sustained in an ATV accident over the weekend.
Cycles Of Hope Bike Ride – 04/22/25
Today, Kealy talks with Al Cannon about the upcoming event, Cycle Of Hope Bike Ride.
Crime Stoppers (MSU Police) – 04/22/25
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Assistant Police Chief Brian Locke and Patrick Jenkins, of MSU Police, and their special guest, Miguel.
Color Theory – 04/21/25
Today, Kealy talks with Ms. Julie Tompkins about Color Theory.
Attorney General clears police in officer-involved Amory shooting
The state Attorney General clears Amory police in a deadly officer-involved shooting.
MS Municipal Primary Runoff Election begins
It is Municipal Primary Runoff Election Day in Mississippi. Some voters in 28 towns across the state are going to the polls.
Students awarded top honors by Lowndes Chamber of Commerce
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors from across Lowndes County were awarded top honors at the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce Education Awards Program.
Houston candidate arrested for driving under the influence
56-year-old Hubert Hamilton was arrested by the Mississippi Highway Patrol on April 18.
Cotton District Festival sets record numbers for Starkville
The Starkville Area Arts Council partners with the Cotton District to host the annual arts festival for the public.
Starkville Parks and Recreation crafting new 10-year plan
Some of the products of the last plan are Cornerstone Park, McKee and J.L. King. Proving the plan could be big for the community.
Some of the products of the last plan are Cornerstone Park, McKee and J.L. King. Proving the plan could be big for the community.
West Point Nursing Home sings for residents in Good Friday Service
Residents and staff sing lead in Good Friday service.
Tupelo Salvation Army Captains will soon be Oklahoma bound
Captains Thomas and LeAnna Marion have overseen security upgrades and other changes at the Tupelo facility
A major upgrade to the security system at the Tupelo Salvation Army is one of several improvements made under the leadership of Captains Thomas and LeAnna Marion.
Pontotoc beauty school is first sensory safe certified school
KC's School of Hair Design hosts sensory safe haircuts once a month, and all of its students are trained in sensory safe haircuts.
KC’s School of Hair Design hosts sensory safe haircuts once a month, and all of its students are trained in sensory safe haircuts.
Vernon family still searching for answers for missing man
Ricky Metcalfe’s family is still searching for answers, almost three weeks since he went missing.
Multiple Columbus businesses host Easter events for youth
Organizations and churches in Columbus found many ways to support the holiday with fun events for the youth.
Police investigate a shooting at prom party in Columbus
Columbus police are investigating an after-prom party shooting
Columbus police continue to investigate an after-prom party shooting this past weekend.
Spreading the Good News one piece of concrete décor at a time
Bowls 4 Souls uses profits from bowls, planters, and other items to help fund mission work across the nation and the world
A Lee County couple is proof that faith and hard work can impact people around the world.
Loaves and Fishes hopes to nourish bodies and souls during Holy Week
Loaves and Fishes is a non-profit organization that provides meals to those in need.
Columbus’ coffee shops weigh in on potential tariff hit
Drive Research reports that more than half of Americans drink coffee from a coffee shop, but now there has been uncertainty about the cost of the fan favorite beverage.
Investigation continues after a fatal motorcycle crash in Columbus
Columbus Police continue to investigate a deadly motorcycle accident.
Sports Hall of Fame holds Induction ceremony for Trotter Convention Center
The Lowndes County Sports Hall of Fame is hosting its inaugural induction ceremony at the Trotter Convention Center.