Good News With Colin (GTR Lemonade Day) – 06/10/2025
Today on Good News, Kealy and Colin are sipping on some lemonade ahead of the upcoming Golden Triangle Lemonade Day!
Crime Stoppers (MSU Police) – 06/10/25
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with MSU Assistant Chief Brian Locke and Dr. Jesse Goliath about Forensic Investigations and partnerships with the MS Dept. of Education.
Giant cross raised in Pontotoc after swift fundraising campaign
The cross sits at the intersection of Highway 6 and the exit to Highway 336
The threat of rainy weather did not hamper a celebration in Pontotoc County as a giant cross is raised.
FORGE hosts its 2nd annual Girls Construction Camp
This 5-day event aimed at middle school girls teaches them about all the different types of opportunities in construction. Young women from all over the state are learning different types of skilled trades. This is all to expand their knowledge of the opportunities available to them, in what’s typically a male-dominated field.
Heavy weekend rain worsened Hughes Road
Several inches of rain over the weekend caused this area to flood and even stopped up the ditch.
Sunrise (Beauty with a Purpose) – 06/09/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks to Marianne about the Beauty with a Purpose Pageant. Listen in!
Columbus organization celebrates Gun Violence Awareness Day
The Orange for Life event held at the Townsend Community Center Stage recognizes National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Man given sentenced to life for 1st-degree murder in Itawamba Co.
An Itawamba County jury returned a guilty verdict against Jay Alexander West for First Degree Murder about the September 9, 2022, killing of Tyler Ward at Ward’s home on 62 Deck Taylor Road.
Suspect wanted for vandalizing laundry mat and car wash in Fulton
The Fulton Police Department needs your help in finding someone who vandalized Phil’s Laundromat and Carwash.
Community members spreads awareness for children in need
With June being Children’s Awareness Month, Temeka Jefferson and others hosted an event at the Columbus Lock and Dam.
Elvis Tribute Artists battle it out for the crown at Tupelo Elvis Festival
The event celebrates the legacy of Tupelo's most famous son
Jordan Poole wins the 2025 Elvis Tribute artist competition for the Tupelo festival.
Starkville Fire Department graduates largest class of firefighters
Graduating firefighter Yaakov Weinstein said he appreciates the process and feels ready to take on the career.
Local church hosts youth and young adult conference
Vibrant Church aims to fill gap with its Reach Conference.
WCBI Viewers Choice Awards (2025) – 06/06/2025
You nominated, you voted, and now we know the WCBI Viewer’s Choice Awards winners!
Senior Spotlight (Class of 2025) – 06/06/2025
WCBI is celebrating the high school class of 2025 with WCBI’s Senior Spotlight.
Teacher of the Month (May) – 06/06/2025
WCBI’s final Teacher of the Month for this school year is Stephanie Brown, Kindergarten Teacher at Parkway Elementary in Tupelo.
Prairie Wildlife hosts 2025 National Helice Championship
Shooters are taking their best shot at the 2025 National Helice Championship in Clay County.
Vitalant blood donations to be held at WCBI in Columbus
Prepare to roll up your sleeve to donate blood as part of Vitalant’s Save Our Summer campaign on Friday, June 13, from 12 pm to 5 pm, at the blood mobile here at WCBI.
Around the Area (ICC Dinner and Demo) – 06/05/2025
On this week’s episode of Around the Area, join Allie as he attends the Dinner and Demo at Itawamba Community College.
Pets Without Partners (Savanna) – 06/06/25
Today on Pets Without Partners, Grace talks with West Point-Clay County Animal Shelter’s Neely about her special guest, Savanna.
WCBI Sunrise (Sounds of Summer) – 06/06/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Chelsea Best about the upcoming Sound of Summer event.
Recent incident shows importance of crisis intervention training for TPD
Officers were able to use CIT training to de escalate an incident involving a high school student
Tupelo police recently put to use what they have learned when training to handle crisis situations.
Winona’s Jerry Flowers set to return as mayor after losing last race
In his previous terms, he used his accounting background to his advantage, ensuring financial oversight of the city’s budget.
Columbus mayoral elect discusses goals and plans for city
Columbus Mayor Elect Stephen Jones will take office on July 1.