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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…