Braving the storm: Okolona gas station stays open during freeze
While many businesses in our viewing area have adjusted their hours due to the hazardous weather conditions, a gas station in Okolona is braving the storm.
Booked and busy: Hotel sees influx of guests with winter weather
On top of accommodating guest, the safety of their employees was a top priority.
While the winter weather is keeping some people homebound and off from their jobs, others are finding temporary accommodations.
Icy risks: Okolona emergency responders share safety insights
Police and fire officials in Okolona are on high alert as snow and ice make their jobs even more dangerous.
Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition provides warming center
1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Columbus
The Golden Triangle Regional Homeless Coalition opened its warming station for the community. The Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition will have its Columbus shelter at 1501 MLK Jr. Drive open through the weekend.
Mashulaville Water Association issues boil water notice
With these freezing temperatures, there is a boil water notice to tell you about in Noxubee County.
Investigation: Brooksville home goes up in flames
Smoke was already coming from this house on Oliver Street when the Brooksville Volunteer Fire Department arrived.
Fire destroys historic downtown Tupelo church
Fire destroyed a historic downtown Tupelo church early Wednesday morning. Fire Chief Brad Robinson said firefighters got to the St. Paul United Methodist Church at about 4:30 a.m.
Auto burglary investigation: Oxford police make arrest
Late on the night of January 9, officers responded to a report from a concerned resident about suspicious people in the parking lot of the Greens Apartments.
Solved: Woman walking in lake bed was just on regular stroll
We have more information about the woman Oktibbeha County deputies were trying to identify on Tuesday. At the time, it was unclear if the woman was lost, confused, or missing from somewhere.
House fire investigation: GTRHC gives family temporary shelter
Columbus firefighters continued to investigate a home fire. The blaze happened Tuesday morning in the 600 block of Cypress Street.
TVA sets all-time high for power demand
The Tennessee Valley Authority set an all-time high this morning for power demand. TVA said extremely cold temperatures across the region continue to drive up demand for electricity.
Funeral services announced for former CMSD Superintendent
Funeral services were announced for a former Columbus Municipal Schools Superintendent. Dr. Cherie Labat died on January 9.
Mississippi Lottery Corporation Reaches $2 Billion in Gross Sales
More than half-a-billion dollars returned to the State
Approaching its fifth year of sales in November 2024, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) is pleased to announce it has surpassed the $2 billion mark in gross sales.
Keeping It Safe with Kealy (6am) – 01/17/24
Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: Columbus, ice, Icy, kealy, Roads, safety
Towing on ice: Tow truck drivers brave the ice to help stuck cars
Sleet and freezing rain quickly turned area roads into skating rinks. These left drivers slipping and sliding. Towing companies, like Champion’s, have had a busy 36 hours since.
Caledonia girl turns driveway into skating rink
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. And when the weather gives you slick ice on the ground, you pull your skates out.
CPD says to enjoy your ‘snow days’… At home!
Columbus police were telling people to enjoy their “snow days.” Just do it responsibly and preferably at home. Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry said the slick roads had led to several accidents.
On call no matter what: No snow days for first responders
No snow days for first responders
While many businesses are closed because of the winter storm, there are some professions that do not get to take snow days.
Suspect charged in deadly Monroe County shooting
Monroe County released more information about a deadly shooting over the weekend and formally charged a suspect.
Fire destroys home in east Columbus
Fire destroyed an east Columbus home on Tuesday morning. The blaze started at a home in the 600 block of Cypress Street about 11:30.
Oktibbeha County firefighters respond to house fire
Firefighters in Oktibbeha County have been pretty busy this week. The Maben and Adaton Fire Departments battled another fire in the wintry mix.
TVA asks customers to reduce power use
The Tennessee Valley Authority is asking customers to voluntarily reduce their power use. 4-County CEO Brian Clark said the reduction is needed to ensure services can continue.
Bond set for Brooksville shooting suspect
Jacorey Jackson was charged with attempted murder. He was given a $500,000 bond. Jackson remained in the Noxubee County jail.
Low temperatures leave blanket of ice on hundreds of roads
Snow and a lot of ice are impacting our viewing area. While law enforcement was advising people to stay home, there were still plenty of drivers out and about.