Verona arrest: 25-year-old accused of fatally shooting girlfriend
Investigators in Verona made a murder arrest and released the name of the victim. 25-year-old Dandre McGinister, of Tupelo, was accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend.
Work begins on Mississippi State University’s newest residence hall
The 159-square-foot, five-story Azalea Hall will include a new dining hall, meeting spaces, and a campus storm shelter that will double as a multi-purpose space for events and other activities, and it will also be able to house just over 400 students.
Lee County judge sets bond for kidnapping, rape suspect
Bond was set at $500,000 for a kidnapping and rape suspect in Lee County. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office took a report of an incident of domestic violence that happened on the morning of January 7.
Tupelo adds another historical marker to help tell story of Elvis
The latest marker is in front of the former office of the doctor who delivered Elvis and Jesse Garon
The 14th marker on the Elvis self-guided driving tour is in front of what was once the second-floor office of Dr. William Robert Hunt, who delivered Jesse Garon Presley and Elvis Aaron Presley on January 8, 1935.
New year, new name: MUW unveils proposed name change
Brightness, enlightenment, and wellness.
Mississippi University for Women is approaching a new era in its history. At The W’s Spring Convocation, President Nora Miller announced the proposed new name for the school: Mississippi Brightwell University.
Local organizations volunteer to support teachers
Teachers deal with several things that go beyond their job title throughout the school year. That is why the United Way in Columbus is using Martin Luther King Day as a way to support teachers.
Some Ukrainian refugees find new homes in Golden Triangle Area
Since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine nearly two years ago, people have been fleeing the country. Many of them have come to the United States. Some of those are now calling the Golden Triangle home.
In the Kitchen: Harvey’s – Starkville
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Winston County Sheriff’s Office gets upgrade to patrol fleet
Thanks to current State Representative Joey Hood and retired Representative Michael Ted Evans, the sheriff’s office was able to buy three new Ford Explorers to patrol the county.
Fire claims lives of two people in Lee County
A weekend fire in the woods took the lives of two victims according to the Lee County coroner’s office. On Saturday evening, a blaze erupted near Hope Church and McCullough Boulevard in a wooded area east of the church.
Lee County investigators seek answers in fatal shooting
The Lee County coroner’s office is investigating the shooting death of a 24-year-old woman. Investigators said the incident took place in Verona on Lisa Avenue around 4 a.m. January 8.
Propst Park improvements: Crews begin work on upgrades
Work began on park improvements in Columbus. Crews were working to convert four youth softball fields into baseball fields.
Work continues on Old River Bridge in downtown Columbus
Work on the pedestrian bridge in downtown Columbus continued. Crews were doing underwater work. City Engineer Kevin Stafford said eight columns were going into the waterway.
Macon woman serves as one of the youngest Subway owners
Just over a year ago, Tyra Ivory cut the ribbon to become one of the youngest franchise owners in the country.
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Just over a year ago, Tyra Ivory cut the ribbon to become one of the youngest franchise owners in the country. “That day was overwhelmingly amazing,” Ivory said. “It was filled with so many emotions and an over-pour of support from my community.” Now, a year later, Ivory has learned exactly what the role of boss…
Tupelo teacher proves hard work can bring lasting results
Thomas Street Music Teacher Lee Anne Barnes always pushes her students to do their best. She also pushes herself to do more than expected, whether in the classroom or her favorite pastime, long-distance running. Barnes recently ran the New York City Marathon, representing Team TCS, which supports teachers.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Thomas Street Music Teacher Lee Anne Barnes always pushes her students to do their best. She also pushes herself to do more than expected, whether in the classroom or her favorite pastime, long-distance running. Barnes recently ran the New York City Marathon, representing Team TCS, which supports teachers. “I had been doing half marathons for about…
OCSD seeks information on a series of burglaries
The Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Department is seeking information on a series of burglaries at a local storage facility and in several local subdivisions.
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department is seeking information on a series of burglaries at a local storage facility and in several local subdivisions. On December 19, at 2:38 a.m. a white Ford F-250 FX4 entered Oswalt Storage on Poorhouse Road. The vehicle entered the storage facility by crossing a creek along a trail leading to…
Protect your health with respiratory illnesses on the rise
As we get further into winter, more and more people tend to get sick with illnesses like strep, flu, COVID-19, and RSV.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- As we get further into winter, more and more people tend to get sick with illnesses like strep, flu, COVID-19, and RSV. According to the CDC, Mississippi has some of the highest rates of respiratory illnesses in the nation. Family Nurse practitioner at Medplus Kane McCool said they have been treating dozens of patients with these illnesses….
Officers seize around Methamphetamine and Heroin in Burnsville
On January 7, 2023, the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the Burnsville Police Department, and the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department conducted a search warrant at a residence in Burnsville.
BURNSVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – On January 7, 2023, the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the Burnsville Police Department, and the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department conducted a search warrant at a residence in Burnsville. While executing the search warrant, officers located a buried safe that contained approximately 240 grams of Methamphetamine. The search warrant stemmed from several traffic…
New thrift shop has opened in Steens
People in the Golden Triangle now have a new place to shop. The Midnight shift thrift store celebrated its grand opening today.
STEENS, Miss. (WCBI) – People in the Golden Triangle now have a new place to shop. The Midnight Shift Thrift store celebrated its grand opening today. The thrift store is selling items such as purses, shoes, clothes, and other household items. Store owner Cherish Carter says she is thrilled about the store opening. “Well first off there is nothing in…
Legacy and memory of Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy lives on
The M 17 scholarship was started to honor the memory of Deputy Dylan Pickle.
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Debi Pearson says the latest recipient of the Dylan Pickle M 17 Memorial Scholarship reminds her of her son. “He looks just like Dylan, the other day I saw him, and when he walked away from me, I broke down and cried, looked just like Dylan, walking away,” Pearson said. Pickle was struck by a vehicle…
Starkville’s Habitat for Humanity is helping others
Due to the rise of inflation, many people have found themselves dealing with food and housing insecurity.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Some people just need a little extra help throughout the year. Starkville’s Habitat for Humanity Restore has been at the front of the fight to give that help. “The store is a fundraiser campaign; we take things that people donate to us and we sell it,” said Starkville Habitat for Humanity Restore manager Zach Lott. “We…
Woman’s purse stolen at Food Giant in Columbus
Columbus Police are asking for help to identify the thief.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – This morning, an 88-year-old female shopping inside Food Giant Supermarket in East Columbus had her purse stolen from her shopping cart, and Columbus Police are asking for help to identify the thief. The incident occurred just after 9:00 a.m. According to Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry, Sr., the customer was shopping when the incident occurred. Police…
Eating healthier: a common resolution in the new year
Many people make resolutions to eat better or exercise more to start a new year, and there is no shortage of diets and workouts to try. But beware. Not all of them will help you get to your healthiest.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Many people make resolutions to eat better or exercise more to start a new year, and there is no shortage of diets and workouts to try. But beware. Not all of them will help you get to your healthiest. “People see these different diets on social media, TikTok and Instagram and all these, and they are promoting…
TechByte: Smart Home Apps
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