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First-time homebuyers’ workshop at Columbus-Lowndes Library

Prospective first time homebuyers' learned about buying a home at a workshop led buy a Citizens National Bank mortgage originator.
Kaleb Green,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In today’s housing market, people can feel lost in a sea of unknowns. Knowing how and where to get a mortgage may seem daunting, especially for those who have never done it before. At the first-time homebuyers’ workshop in the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, an expert was there to teach and answer questions about purchasing a home….

Local Area Kappa League Hosts Voters' Registration Drive
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Local Kappa League hosts voters’ registration drive

Anthony Jenkins,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – With the upcoming election, there are opportunities available for people to register to vote. In West Point, the Kappa League of the Golden Triangle area held a voters’ registration drive. All ages had the opportunity to learn more about the importance of voting at Northside Christian Church in West Point. Citizens got more information and…

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NAACP Get-Out-To-Vote Rally held in Aberdeen

The Monroe County NAACP hosted a get out to vote rally at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church Saturday.
Kaleb Green,

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Voting is an essential right given to every person in the country. But not everyone uses that right when given the chance. Doubting that your vote matters is troubling to Ty Pinkins, a US Senate candidate. “Voter apathy is absolutely dangerous because you’re basically saying that you’re discounting your own voice when you don’t go to…

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MSU hosts Discovery Day for students

More than 300 students from high schools and community colleges took a visit to MSU to learn about careers in the fields of agriculture, life sciences, wildlife, forestry, veterinary medicine, and more.
Grace Brister,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State University hosted its Fall Discovery Day event Friday. More than 300 students from high schools and community colleges took a visit to MSU to learn about careers in the fields of agriculture, life sciences, wildlife, forestry, veterinary medicine, and more. Students got to experience hands-on activities, meet one-on-one with industry leaders, and get a…

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Starkville man arrested on multiple charges

On Friday night, Sept. 20, 42-year-old Draper Manning of Starkville was arrested for residential burglary, grand larceny, motor vehicle, and disorderly conduct – failure to comply.
Grace Brister,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department has arrested a man with multiple charges. On Friday night, Sept. 20, 42-year-old Draper Manning of Starkville was arrested for residential burglary, grand larceny, motor vehicle, and disorderly conduct – failure to comply. He was arrested on Long Street after shortly fleeing on foot from officers. Manning allegedly stole a vehicle from…

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Alcorn County man arrested in Sexual Battery case

Officials say it was between an individual who is mentally handicapped and 45-year-old Marcus Ray Burcham of County Road 179 in Corinth.
Grace Brister,

ALCORN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An Alcorn County man is arrested and charged with Sexual Battery of a vulnerable person. On Friday, September 20, Investigators with the Alcorn County Sheriff’s Office were notified of a possible sexual assault that had taken place on Thursday. Officials say it was between an individual who is mentally handicapped and 45-year-old Marcus Ray Burcham…

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Calhoun City votes to allow sale of alcohol

Grace Brister,

CALHOUN CITY, Miss. (WCBI) – For the first time in history, the town voted to allow the sale of alcohol. The mayor of Calhoun City says he could see the impact the sales had on surrounding areas. He believes it will keep people in the town for safety reasons such as being closer to home to cut down on drinking…