Looking Back On 2011 Louisville Tornado And Moving Forward
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Looking back on 2011 Louisville tornado and moving forward

Just like that their lives were changed. "I couldn't go back to work because I fractured my back and just to see my grandmother's house gone. She didn't have anywhere to live," Jones said.
Kaitlyn Yeatman,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a day that changed everything in Winston County. With the storm on the way, Kenisha White Jones and her grandmother took shelter. Their house took a direct hit. “I looked out the window and saw everything get white. So I got in the closet and as soon as she closed the closet door seemed…

Community Of Louisville Reflects 2011 Tornado
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Community of Louisville reflects 2011 tornado

The bells rang 10 times at 10 o'clock to represent the 10 years and 10 lives lost in the tornado.
Anthony Jenkins,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been 10 years since a storm that began at Four Corners formed into a dangerous tornado, moving into Winston County, taking lives and homes in its path. Sunday, April 28, was for remembering, and for honoring the many people who rebuilt the community. The ringing of the church bells could be heard throughout Louisville. The…
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Road work in Tupelo may affect routes

Gun Club Road will be closed to through traffic beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 29, as crews work on a box culvert drainage project in the area.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – For those of you in Tupelo, your route may be affected for the next month. Gun Club Road will be closed to through traffic beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 29, as crews work on a box culvert drainage project in the area. Local traffic only will be allowed and the closure will continue through…

Okolona Pd And West Point Pd Investigate String Of Thefts
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Okolona PD and West Point PD investigate string of thefts

If you have any information. please contact the West Point Police Department at (662)494-1244 or the Okolona Police Department at 662-456-9411.
Grace Brister,

OKOLONA/WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Police Department needs the community’s help in identifying and locating the suspects responsible in a string of thefts. The police department is assisting the Okolona Police Department in their investigation. According to Okolona PD, there was an ATM robbery at Renasant Bank in Okolona. If you have any information. please contact the…
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Motorcycle accident claims life of Columbus man

On Saturday, April 28 around 6:19 pm, 37-year-old Michael Joseph Humphries was driving a 2013 Harley Davidson with a group of other riders from a local motorcycle club.
Grace Brister,

On Saturday, April 27 around 6:19 pm, 37-year-old Michael Joseph Humphries was driving a 2013 Harley Davidson with a group of other riders from a local motorcycle club.

Cpd Makes Aggravated Domestic Violence Arrest
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CPD makes Aggravated Domestic Violence arrest

Saturday, April 27, around 1 p.m. the Columbus Police Department responded to the 800 block of North Lehmberg for a gunshot victim.
Grace Brister,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Saturday, April 27, around 1 p.m. the Columbus Police Department responded to the 800 block of North Lehmberg for a gunshot victim. 44-year-old Courtney Stewart Wiggly was arrested for aggravated domestic violence for shooting her 54 year old husband Daryl Wiggly. Mr. Wiggly was shot multiple times in his arm and torso area and was flown…

Seniors Of "mayor's Youth Council" Honored For Accomplishments
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Seniors of “Mayor’s Youth Council” honored for accomplishments

Members take part in community service projects and also take field trips to learn more about history, leadership, and core character traits.
Allie Martin,

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Graduating seniors who are part of Aberdeen’s “Mayor’s Youth Council” were honored recently for their accomplishments. A ceremony was held for the graduating seniors in the program. Mayor Charles Scott started the youth council when he was elected several years ago. Members take part in community service projects and also take field trips to learn more…

Columbus Ymca Celebrates 100 Years
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Columbus YMCA celebrates 100 years

Jimmy Woodruff is the executive director of the Y. He said he is grateful for the YMCA and for the opportunities it provides to the community.
Kaitlyn Yeatman,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The YMCA is a well-known organization with roots throughout the United States. On Saturday, April 27, the Columbus branch is celebrating a huge milestone – 100 years. They hosted a block party on Saturday to celebrate. Jimmy Woodruff is the executive director of the Y. He said he is grateful for the YMCA and for the…

Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament Brings A Crowd To Starkville
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Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament brings a crowd to Starkville

It is a sport that teaches discipline and self-respect. On Saturday, April 27,  competitors from 7 states accepted the challenge for the first Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament.
Kaitlyn Yeatman,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It is a sport that teaches discipline and self-respect. On Saturday, April 27,  competitors from 7 states accepted the challenge for the first Bulldog Invitational Judo Tournament. Saturday’s day-long event was hosted by the Downtown Martial Arts Academy at the Travis Outlaw Center at the Starkville Sportsplex. Doug Bedaul is the owner of Downtown Martial Arts….

West Point Community Members Gathers For Sickle Cell Disease
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West Point community members gathers for sickle cell disease

The Progressive Foundation of Clay County hosted their 5th annual "Breaking the Silence" on sickle cell disease 5k.
Kaitlyn Yeatman,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point community members gathered on Saturday, April 27, for sickle cell disease. The Progressive Foundation of Clay County hosted their 5th annual “Breaking the Silence” on sickle cell disease 5k. The organization provides funds for those who need assistance and the state of Mississippi’s Sickle Cell Foundation. All proceeds of the event will go…

Fulton Pd Makes Arrest For Felony Possession Of Methamphetamine
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Fulton PD makes arrest for felony possession of methamphetamine

On April 26, Officers with the Fulton Police Department and Agents with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Mandi Fultz during a traffic stop on Willow Drive
Grace Brister,

FULTON, Miss. (WCBI) – An arrest has been made in Fulton for felony possession of methamphetamine. On April 26, Officers with the Fulton Police Department and Agents with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Mandi Fultz during a traffic stop on Willow Drive. Bond was set for Fultz at $8,500 by Judge Harold Holcomb. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…

Mbi Investigates Officer Involved Shooting With Ccsd
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MBI investigates officer-involved shooting with CCSD

On Friday, April 26 during a traffic stop, a driver refused to stop, leading them on a pursuit.
Grace Brister,

CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into an officer-involved shooting with the Clay County Sheriff’s Department. On Friday, April 26 during a traffic stop, a driver refused to stop, leading them on a pursuit. The chase ended on Landfield Road in West Point. The driver got out of the vehicle, ran on foot, and…