Tupelo police make second arrest in connection with shooting
Tupelo police made a second arrest in connection with an April shooting. 27-year-old Xavier Mitchell was charged with two counts of shooting into a motor vehicle.
Burns Bottom update: Project grows closer to reality
The Burns Bottom Redevelopment Project is taking another step in becoming a reality. Early this summer, a Phase 1 Environmental review of the site is expected to be completed.
Convenience store employee accused of taking lottery tickets
A Tupelo convenience store employee was accused of taking lottery tickets. 27-year-old Shamaya Buchanan was charged with one count of embezzlement.
Man accused of applying for unemployment benefits while in prison
Kenjarell Thomas was indicted on 19 counts of identity theft, 20 counts of fraudulent representation to defraud the government, and 20 counts of wire fraud.
More federal dollars head to airports across Mississippi
The Golden Triangle Regional Airport and Tupelo Regional Airport will both receive $1.3 million annually.
MHP investigates fatal crash on Highway 82
The two-car accident happened just after 5 p.m. Thursday in the eastbound lane of 82 in Lowndes County, just west of the Macon/Meridian Exit.
WCBI Job Fair May 2024 recap
Area employers are ready to hire good workers. And today they had the chance to meet applicants at the WCBI Job Fair in Starkville.
Columbus gets professional help in planning future development
The City of Columbus is getting some professional help in planning for future development. Mayor Keith Gaskin was one of six mayors recently invited to New York City by the Mayors’ Institute on City Design.
CPD expands surveillance capabilities with new cameras
The department expects to have 10 new state-of-the-art police cameras delivered and installed by the end of next month.
First responders honored at Amory Rotary Club’s award ceremony
Three first responders in Amory were honored for their service. The Rotary Club of Amory held their annual First Responder of the Year awards.
Grenada man arrested for allegedly exposing himself in public
36-year-old Octavious Brown is charged with two counts of misdemeanor indecent exposure and felony possession of meth charge.
Fire damages Oktibbeha County home; No injuries reported
An Oktibbeha County home was damaged by fire. The blaze happened Wednesday afternoon on Valley Street, in the Belaire Subdivision.
Next To Nature (Bats) – 05/15/2024
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Brooksville City Hall shuts down after clerks quit
"This is not normal. I never heard or seen anything like this."
Government operations in Brooksville are basically stalled until the town can replace two city clerks who quit.
Columbus voters overwhelmingly approve school bond
Columbus voters had a $36 million to make Tuesday; one that will affect the city’s schools for years to come.
In The Kitchen (Central Station Grill) – 05/13/2024
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Columbus police investigate burglaries at Littlewoods Mall
One store owner captured video of the suspected thieves on a security camera. There were three individuals with bags in their hands along with their ropes approaching stores in the plaza.
MCSD superintendent explains impact of Inspire Act
Governor Tate Reeves has signed into law to set a new funding formula for public schools which will include providing more money to districts, to help improve overall learning.
Terrifying moments: Mother pulls her kids from rubble after storm
"To pick my kids up and not have a home for them...I'm sorry."
The storm from last Thursday was more than a scare for some people in Columbus. It was a nightmare for one woman and her three kids.
Jury selection begins in Columbus murder trial
Jury selection began in a Columbus murder trial. Israel Buckhalter was accused of shooting and killing his cousin, Desi Shepherd
Black bears in Mississippi: State program works to get new count
Mississippi is home to all sorts of wildlife. But did you know that also includes bears? An unknown number of black bears call the Magnolia State home.
Voters in Columbus to decide on CMSD bond issue
The Columbus School Municipal School District board wants to pass a $36 million bond for renovations at campuses across the district.
Two people airlifted after separate ATV accidents in Lowndes Co.
Two separate ATV accidents in Lowndes County ended with two people being airlifted out for care.