STARKVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – Self-defense can be looked at as an essential tool when you are out on your own. In Starkville, the Downtown Martial Arts Academy held a self-defense clinic for ages 12 and up. The Downtown Martial Arts Academy felt it was important for citizens to know self-defense. This is why it held a free short course to…
MILLPORT, Ala. (WCBI) – Moving forward and giving back, that was the motto of former South Lamar High School athletes. The camp organizers have played football at the collegiate level, and they said this was a great way to pass their knowledge of the game to younger generations. “This is just something we never had, and we had a bright idea…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – There will be twelve new police officers protecting and serving throughout our region. Class B 76 graduated from the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center. Twelve cadets graduated from the basic academy after living at the Tupelo academy through the week for the past three months. The officers were taught the basics such as self-defense, firearms,…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – Since Sunday afternoon, Scott Burns has been on top of this 14 foot tower in the parking lot at the Mall at Barnes Crossing. Donations are taken in person, and via text or online and this year, all proceeds will help two local veterans. “One having a home re modification and the other trying to provide…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – American voters have had an early chance to see the two major party candidates for President go head to head. The first Presidential Debate of 2024 was televised June 28, 2024. And, at least locally, many voters are not optimistic about the rest of this year’s campaign. The 90 minute presidential election was filled with confrontation between…
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – History lies within books, and within the walls of the Noxubee County Public Library. From its construction in 1907 until 1977 the building served as the Noxubee County Jail. Library Director Shameka Conner says in 1984 the county saw a better purpose for the building, and voted to relocate the library there. “They did do…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Work continues to make improvements in downtown Columbus. A mural depicting Main Street’s appearance in 1905 is beginning to take shape across from Leadership Plaza. West Point artist Deborah Mansfield is using a postcard for inspiration, that will include trolleys just like Columbus once had. The mural will be 20 feet tall and 50 feet long….
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – For more than 35 years some of the best and brightest high school juniors and seniors have called Columbus home for those last 2 years of school. Since 1987, The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science has been based on the Mississippi University for Women campus. The current administrations of both schools would like to keep…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE REGION, Miss. (WCBI) – Statistics show a woman is beaten or assaulted every 9 seconds. Yet 80 to 90 percent of victims of domestic violence recant or ask to drop charges against the perpetrators. Local law professionals explain why this happens so often and the legal process after police get involved. “I think in that 80 percent, the…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – Lee County Youth Court Judge Staci Bevill is in her second term, and there is one issue that continues to get worse. “We are in a crisis state that we need foster homes,” said Judge Staci Bevill. Judge Bevill says a majority of the cases where children need to be placed in foster care involve drug…
SULLIGENT, Ala. (WCBI) – Time, resources, and effort. That’s how one West Alabama town is working to improve its sewer system for residents. The city of Sulligent met earlier this week to discuss the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. Citizens at the meeting have been dealing with issues with their wastewater and agreed this was a need for the area…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – After decades of planning and fundraising, it was time to break ground for the Chickasaw Heritage Center. The 162 acre campus will feature an exhibit hall, theater, art gallery, administrative offices and playground. There will also be a Chickasaw Village and other attractions, all with one main purpose. “It means we will be able to tell…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- June to August are the roughest times of the year for your vehicle. The extreme heat puts a lot of stress on the engine, and all other rubber pieces that are connected to it. That is why Making sure all fluid levels are good, and the air conditioner is working properly, has always been a summer routine…
Columbus, Miss. (WCBI) – New Mississippi legislation will go into effect on July 1st. Here’s what you need to know. One of the most popular bills passed was House Bill 349. The law will ban trucks and SUVs with a lifted front fender more than 4 inches higher than the back fender, popularly known as squatted vehicles. Law enforcement and…
The West Point Police Department is adding a new level of security around town. The department has purchased eight new cameras.
Downtown Columbus is getting a makeover, starting this summer with a hand-painted crosswalk created by YMCA campers.
The Veterans Service Office in Monroe County was busy with walk-ins. And this year, along with newly renovated offices, there are also more staff members to handle veteran’s claims.
Leaders of the Mississippi Democratic party want voters to know they stand behind the Build Back Better program initiated by the Biden Administration.
There could eventually be some relief for motorists who get stuck by the train at Tupelo’s busiest intersection.
The West Point Police Department and Clay County Sheriff’s Office are teaming up to host the Junior Deputy Camp this week.
We’re just getting into summer, but the Starkville Oktibbeha School District is getting a head start on the new school year.
A Starkville man has been arrested for picking up one too many things on his Saturday Lowe’s run.
The City of Starkville is in line for federal money to help get a revitalization project over the finish line.
Mississippi reaches several milestones in May for employment numbers. Governor Tate Reeves said the state maintained its record-low unemployment rate of 2.8%.