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.
Lieutenant Jason Houser speaks of Columbus Corps needs
We may think of the Salvation Army at Christmas time. Their Red Kettles and Angel Trees bring the organization more visibility. But they are at work in our communities year-round. That was part of the message from Lieutenant Jason Houser with the Columbus Salvation Army.
4-County holds annual meeting at EMCC’s Mayhew Campus
Four County Electric Power Association celebrated its members and nearly 90 years of service.
Man arrested on drug charges after traffic stop in Carroll County
Carroll County Deputies made a drug arrest after a traffic stop in the Jefferson Community.
Man charged with 1st-degree arson in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department has arrested a man charged with Arson-1st Degree.
Former Caledonia Mayor qualifies for Republican Primary
Lowndes County businessman and former Caledonia Mayor Mitch Wiggins filed his papers to qualify for the Republican Primary in House District 39.
Columbus resident wins MS Lottery Match 5 game
Someone in the Columbus area will soon be a millionaire. One ticket had all five numbers in last night’s drawing for the Mississippi Lottery’s Match 5 Game.
Columbus Police share child abuse signs after recent cases
Child Abuse can come in various forms, and with school being out, some cases may go unnoticed or unreported.
Baldwyn Referendum passes, allowing alcohol sales on Sundays
After the Board of Alderman voted down alcohol sales on Sundays, the board crafted a referendum to let the public decide.
After the Board of Alderman voted down alcohol sales on Sundays, the board crafted a referendum to let the public decide.
Columbus Municipal School District Summer Feeding Program
The USDA-funded program provides free breakfast and lunch for anyone under 18 who needs a hot, nutritious meal during the summer.
The USDA-funded program provides free breakfast and lunch for anyone under 18 who needs a hot, nutritious meal during the summer.
Safe Haven Baby Box installed at Fire Station #3 in Tupelo
A “Safe Haven Baby Box” has been installed at Fire Station #3 on Veterans Boulevard.
Columbus Mayoral candidates share closing message
Voters in Columbus will head to the polls Tuesday, June 3, to decide who will be the city’s next mayor. Three candidates—each with different visions—are making their final appeals to the public ahead of the election.
Midday (Blues at Sunset Fundraiser) – 06/03/2025
Today on Midday, Kealy talks to the President & CEO of the Boys and Girls Club GTR, Ron Thorton, about the Blues at Sunset Fundraiser happening at the Farmers Market in Columbus.
Good News with Colin (rodeos and ribbon-cutting) – 06/03/25
On today’s Good News, Kealy and Colin discuss the local rodeos and ribbon-cuttings going on in the area.
Crimestoppers (Clay County) – 06/03/25
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks to Williams Knowles of Clay County about stolen Four wheelers.
Former Shannon Chief speaks out about issues/hurdles he faced
Rogers says it was tough to get approval from city leaders to take care of basic needs and upkeep for basic equipment
The recently retired chief of the Shannon Police Department is speaking out about what he says are issues with town leaders who aren’t adequately funding the police department.