CEO of Natchez Trace Area Council: How Scouting has changed
In the past few years, Scouting has changed nationally and locally. That was the message Owen McCulloch had for Starkville leaders.
West Point Police Department welcomes new assistant chief
The West Point Police Department has a new Assistant Chief, and it’s a homecoming for the longtime lawman.
Neshoba County deputies accuse man of stealing copper
Neshoba County deputies were accusing a man of taking more than $7,000 in copper from chicken houses.
Two people die in fire on County Road 119 in Lafayette County
Two people died after an early morning fire in Lafayette County. Public Information Officer Beau Moore said the blaze happened on County Road 119 at about 6:30 a.m.
Lee County coroner identifies teen killed in Tupelo shooting
Tupelo police were initially called to a report of shots fired in the area of Boggan Drive and Hancock Street around Noon on Sunday.
West Point police seek answers about stolen utility trailer
West Point police were trying to get a trailer back to its rightful owner. West Point police were called to the area of Curtis Orman and Section roads about a stolen utility trailer.
Smithsonian exhibit lands in West Point museum
"Crossroads: Change in Rural America" is a Smithsonian Exhibit making the rounds to six towns in Mississippi. It's current stop, West Point.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – A new museum exhibit has found a home in the Black Prairie Blues Museum for the next few weeks. “Crossroads: Change in Rural America” is a Smithsonian Exhibit making the rounds to six towns in Mississippi. It’s current stop… West Point. The exhibit documents the changes in rural towns in America. Lisa Klutts of the…
TPD is investigating a fatal shooting involving two juvenile males
The incident happened on Government Street around noon on Feb. 18.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a juvenile male and the wounding of another juvenile male. The incident happened on Government Street around noon on Feb. 18. One victim had been taken to the North MS Medical Center for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Around 4:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 300 block of…
TPD responds to disturbance ending in an officer involved shooting
Around 6:30 Saturday night, officers received a call and could hear the caller being threatened with a gun.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo Police responded to a disturbance that ended in a shooting. Around 6:30 Saturday night, officers received a call and could hear the caller being threatened with a gun. The officers arrived at the 3000 block of Huey Road and the armed suspect fled. A team of officers including a canine unit chased after him. The…
Cornerstone Park collaborates with Babe Ruth League, Inc.
The Babe Ruth Tournament will be swinging into Starkville this July.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Cornerstone Park signed with Babe Ruth League, Inc. to bring a tournament to Starkville. The Babe Ruth Tournament will be swinging into Starkville this July. The tournament will host teams ranging from tee-ball to 14-year-olds. The Babe Ruth League is a non-profit that aims to give kids a great baseball experience without financial strain. Champions are…
Runners race to support Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum
STARKVILLE, Miss (WCBI)- Some ran, some walked, but everyone supported. For the first time, Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum hosted a 5k race titled “Museum Miles.” Nate Greve, the 5k run organizer said this run was a good approach to encourage people to learn about Starkville’s history. “We were hosting the 5k event for the museum so that we could try…
PTSD 911 screening set for February 19 in Oxford
Incidents of suicide and depression are higher than average among first responders and one filmmaker is bringing awareness to the problem, and hoping to find solutions.
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – There is no such thing as a routine call, a routine traffic stop, or a routine day for first responders. Incidents of suicide and depression are higher than average among first responders and one filmmaker is bringing awareness to the problem, and hoping to find solutions. Conrad Weaver is a documentary filmmaker whose latest project is…
Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office arrest convicted felon
On Monday, February 12, at around 12:25 a.m., Deputy Vaughn with the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop on County Road 5011 in Haromtown for suspicious activity.
LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – On Monday, February 12, at around 12:25 a.m., Deputy Vaughn with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on County Road 5011 in Haromtown for suspicious activity. Deputy Vaughn identified the driver as Shaun Houston Boyette. During the investigation, Boyette was arrested for Driving under the influence. After the arrest, a pistol was…
Black Alumni Weekend: Merging the past and present at MSU
It's Black Alumni Weekend at Mississippi State University. A variety of events have been hosted to celebrate Mississippi State University's Black alumni.
STARKVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – It’s Black Alumni Weekend at Mississippi State University. A variety of events have been hosted to celebrate Mississippi State University’s Black alumni. The biannual Black Alumni Weekend, a four-day event, is an effort to provide support to current and future Bulldogs. “The purpose of the weekend is to provide scholarship funds for the Black Alumni Advisory…
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Lee County Sheriff’s Office warns public about jury summons scam
The Lee County Sheriff’s Department is making the public aware of a recent jury summons scam in the area.
Winston County deputies search for suspected horse thieves
The horses were found but the thieves have not been caught
It may sound like an old western crime, but Winston County deputies are hoping new technology will help them arrest some horse thieves.
Monroe County-based recovery center expands facilities
Friend of God Recovery Center gets generous gift from Abby Acres Christian Camp
For David Burlison, this ribbon cutting was not part of the long-range plan for Friend of God Recovery Center.
Support group provides help for Mississippians living with diabetes
About one in seven Mississippians is living with diabetes, placing the state in the top five for diabetes rates. It is a life-changing diagnosis, which is why it’s important to have support.
Winston County students get chance to meet potential employers
Career Technical students in Winston County got a chance to meet potential future employers. The Winston Louisville Career and Technology Center hosted a career fair.
Suspicions of contraband in jail: Lafayette County SO investigates
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office had been investigating suspicions of contraband being brought into the Lafayette County Detention Center.
Tupelo man charged with felony drug, handgun possession
A Tupelo man has been arrested and charged with felony possession of Marijuana and two handguns. Tupelo police responded to a call at the Haven Acres area for a reported shots fired.
Former East Webster Elementary employee under investigation
An alleged incident at a school in Webster County involving an employee and students is raising concerns and questions throughout the community.
Tupelo High School show choir hosts first-ever ‘King City Classic’
The first-ever, “King City Classic” takes place February 16 and 17 at the Cadence Bank Arena. 18 groups from three states will compete in the event.