Flags fly at half-staff after death of Aberdeen Fire Chief
Flags were lowered in Aberdeen today in memory of the town’s fire chief. Fred Hodges passed away Monday after battling cancer.
Late-night disturbance leads to felony arrest in Lafayette County
On June 14, shortly after midnight, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 390 County Road 202 for a disturbance.
Starkville man pleads guilty to distribution of meth
A man from Starkville will spend seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking. 33-year-old Lashadus Harris pled guilty in federal court to distribution of methamphetamine.
In The Kitchen (Taste) – 06/17/2024
Categories: In the Kitchen
Kids learn valuable lessons at Jr. Fire Academy in Monroe County
The weeklong academy has classroom instruction and hands-on activities to teach cadets about safety, first-aid, and, of course, firefighting.
FORGE camp paves way for girls in construction industry
East Mississippi Community College Golden Triangle is hosting a first-of-its-kind camp. Middle school and High School girls are learning hands-on about construction.
Man shot by Alcorn County sheriff’s deputy dies at hospital
A man who was shot by an Alcorn County sheriff’s deputy earlier in June has died. Alcorn County Coroner Jay Jones said 39-year-old Jason Sekerak died Tuesday at Region One in Memphis.
Bond set for Lee County man charged with enticement of child
Bond was set at $250,000 for a Lee County man charged with enticement of a child and aggravated assault.
Report: Domestic violence complaint ends in pair of drug arrests
On Thursday, Itawamba County deputies, North Mississippi Narcotics agents, and Fulton police officers were called to a domestic disturbance on Doc Mason Road in Golden.
Altercation sends one man to hospital, other to jail in Clay County
A Friday night fight landed one man in surgery and another in jail. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott told WCBI that two men got into an altercation in the county.
LCBS finalizes contract with Golden Triangle Development LINK
Lowndes County’s relationship with the Golden Triangle Development LINK was officially extended. The Board of Supervisors finalized the county’s contract with The LINK.
74th Choctaw Indian Fair – 06/17/2024 (Midday)
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Summer reading with Friendly City Books – 06/17/2024
Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests
74th Choctaw Indian Fair – 06/17/2024 (Sunrise)
Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests
Ex-FBI agent, Alabama state trooper found guilty of child sex crime
A former FBI agent was convicted Friday of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl while serving as an Alabama state trooper.
Mississippi State adding Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Mississippi State University is adding an innovative degree program to its roster. Beginning this Fall semester, Mississippi State University will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence.
Mississippi State University, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State University is adding an innovative degree program to its roster. “We are progressive, we look at the future and we try to stay ahead of the curve,” Rahimi said. Beginning this Fall semester, Mississippi State University will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence. MSU is one of many universities…
Columbus brings Juneteenth awareness to younger generations
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – With Juneteenth approaching soon, the city of Columbus took time to celebrate the holiday at Sim Scott Park. Juneteenth is the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the united states. The city of Columbus celebrated the 27th annual Juneteenth Festival at Sim Scott Park. It was filled with live entertainment, local vendors and food trucks….
Single-vehicle crash claims life of Belden juvenile
The 10-year-old, who was a passenger in the 2023 Nissan Versa, was critically injured when the car left the roadway and struck an embankment.
MARION COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:55 a.m. on Sunday, June 16, has claimed the life of a Belden juvenile. The 10-year-old, who was a passenger in the 2023 Nissan Versa, was critically injured when the car left the roadway and struck an embankment. The child was transported to an area hospital and pronounced…
Road work continues in Tupelo
Work will continue on Endville Road on Monday, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18, as crews finish up with paving.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Road work continues in Tupelo. Work will continue on Endville Road on Monday, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18, as crews finish up with paving. Endville Road from Walsh Road to Countrywood Road will be closed to through traffic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. This will allow crews to finish paving the…
Road work in Starkville could affect travel this week
The City Street Department will repair portions of the concrete roadway on East Lee Boulevard starting on Monday, June 17th, at 7:00 a.m.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – For citizens of Starkville, daily routes could be affected this week. The City Street Department will repair portions of the concrete roadway on East Lee Boulevard starting on Monday, June 17th, at 7:00 a.m. There are multiple areas in need of repair. Since the roadway is concrete, the repair time will take longer than normal. The…
Town of Shuqualak lifts boil water notice
The all-clear came from the Mississippi Department of Health.
SHUQUALAK, Miss. (WCBI) – The boil water notice for the town of Shuqualak has been has been lifted. A contractor hit a water main that impacted “Old College Street Water” customers and customers along old Highway 145. The town has had a boil water notice since Tuesday, June 11. The all-clear came from the Mississippi Department of Health. For 24/7…
MCSO part-time academy graduates ready to protect and serve
The eighteen-week course tested cadets, pushing them to their limits and beyond
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – For the final month, cadets in Class Four spent time in the classroom learning about street drugs and gangs. We also qualified on the driving course. We experienced OC spray, also known as pepper spray, firsthand. It is hard to describe how it feels. “OC spray is terrible, no good way to define it, it…
Annual Juneteenth Parade makes its way Downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – With Juneteenth just around the corner, the holiday was celebrated in Downtown Columbus. It was the 3rd annual Juneteenth Parade. The community was able to bring their vehicles to participate in the parade. The parade went from the River Walk Soccer Complex to the Columbus Police Department. Leroy Brooks, the coordinator of the parade, said he…
Starkville’s Unity Park hosts Juneteenth community event
Community members from across Starkville gathered to celebrate Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Community members from across Starkville gathered to celebrate Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States. The event took place in Unity Park, which was built in tribute to those who fought for civil rights. District 3 Supervisor Marvell Howard says the event serves to honor the past and look to the…