LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Leaders have stepped in after maintenance issues build up in a housing development. Some of those issues are also causing health concerns among residents at Hargrove Estates. “We are fed up. We have really had enough of what’s going on here,” said Rhonda Patterson, a Hargrove resident of 15 years. Residents are outraged at…
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI) – WCBI is continuing coverage on the nominees for the Accepting the Challenge of Excellence Award. The A.C.E. Award goes to students who have overcome hardship in their lives and excelled. Ashia Williams of Caledonia High School says that for her, experiencing loss turned into resilience. Grief is not a trip with a destination; it’s a journey,…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – They are committed 24/7, 365 days a year, working with various agencies in the area to help keep everyone safe and get them help in an emergency. This week is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and Lowndes County leaders recognized 911 dispatchers at the Emergency Services office on April 15. The Board of Supervisors presented…
POTS caused Sophie to spend many of her evenings in the hospital. However, she says having a diagnosis was validating. What felt like a setback and frustration soon turned into fascination.
The Town of Ackerman is one step closer to implementing a 2% tax.
This year, the Starkville chapter approved two families to partner with for its annual building project.
If there’s one thing people across the political spectrum can agree on, it’s that everyone wants better roads. That’s why the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors spends between two and three million dollars a year on paving projects.
Several pieces of property were damaged after a fire in Monroe County
Co-operation among local and Federal law enforcement agencies helps get some dangerous devices off the streets of Lee County.
For three decades, Chief Duane Hughes has served his community. This is his final week at Columbus Fire & Rescue.
It’s a week of transition at Columbus Fire and Rescue. As one chief leaves, another one is coming in.
In Tupelo, some students are finding a second chance in a unique setting. It is called the “Structured Day Program”, also known as alternative school. Students are taught ways to handle conflict positively, and they are given opportunities to grow and pursue their interests. Allie Martin was part of a career fair at the SDP and shows us how the students are finding a structure for success.
Today on Midday, Kealey talks with GALS Chair Vicky Rogers and member Christy Ferguson about the group and their ministry.
The Board of Trustees for the Institutions of Higher Learning have a big decision to make in the coming months, and that is who will lead Mississippi University for Women in the coming years.
On Thursday morning, April 16, McLemore Road and Lee Road at the front entrance of Wolfe Road will be closed for repairs from 8 am until 1 pm, weather permitting.
As the school year begins to wind down, the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce is recognizing area students for their achievements.
A two-car crash in Oktibbeha County this morning has left one person dead.
A man wanted in three jurisdictions is given a $1 million bond after running from law enforcement.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department needs the community’s help locating a stolen 4-wheeler.
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with WCBI Reporter Charity Johnson about Johnson’s recent award, career, and time with WCBI.
Today on Good News, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about upcoming area events and activities.
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Lowndes County Sports Hall of Fame board member Colin Krieger and inductee Robert Smith about the upcoming induction ceremony.
On this week’s segment of Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Investigator William Knowles regarding the theft of a four-wheeler.
Today on Sunrise, Eric talks with Tobie Fears and Avani Poindexter about the Employer in the Foyer job fair hosted at The Communiversity at East Mississippi Community College