Clay County deputies make drug arrest after short chase
55-year-old Derek Mosley was charged with trafficking a controlled substance, failure to yield, reckless driving, and resisting arrest.
Oktibbeha County deputies continue search for escaped inmate
The Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department continued to search for an inmate after he escaped the jail by climbing onto the roof and over the fence.
New Lowndes Recreation Director has hopes of expanding Parks and Rec
She said she knows what it takes to be a champion.
Lowndes County recently gained a new recreation director in Jennifer Claybrook. She said she knows what it takes to be a champion.
Local leasing office provides safety tips for students before going home
As the fall semester wraps up for college campuses, some students are traveling back home for the holidays. This means that apartments will be unused.
Starkville Mayor Lynn Spruill gives State of the City address
“Starkville is in great shape.” That’s what Mayor Lynn Spruill said at her State of the City address as the guest speaker for Starkville Rotary Club.
Lowndes County’s economic future: Plans intent to secure $30M in bonds
The Golden Triangle Development LINK asked the Board of Supervisors to pass an intent to secure $30 million in bonds.
Reform police officer under investigation for taser incident caught on video
Disturbing video of a taser being used on a man in handcuffs sparks a state investigation. A WCBI viewer sent us a video of a man being arrested by a Reform, Alabama police officer.
Proposed legislation aims to identify county road crews as first responders
County road crews are moving closer to becoming designated as first responders. Lowndes County supervisors passed a resolution supporting the idea.
Plantersville man dies after being hit by car in Tupelo
A Plantersville man was killed after being hit by a car in Tupelo. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said 53-year-old Curtis Ellis died at the scene.
Street Closings for 2023 Columbus Christmas Parade
Below is a list of the street closings for the 2023 Columbus Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 10. The parade starts at 6 p.m.
MCPS has been celebrating adoptive families across the state
The organization is working to show adoptive families love and support in their adoption journey.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- The Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services has been celebrating adoptive families across the state, including in Tupelo. The organization is working to show adoptive families love and support in their adoption journey. MCPS hosted their Forever Loved Adoption event in Tupelo Saturday to celebrate adoptions finalized in 20-23. but they are not only celebrating recent adoptions….
MDOC is searching for a state prisoner who escaped in Lauderdale County
Ryan Young is serving a 40-year sentence for vehicle and residential burglaries, grand theft, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, all committed in Claiborne County.
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Department of Corrections is continuing to search for a state prisoner who escaped in Lauderdale County. Ryan Young is serving a 40-year sentence for vehicle and residential burglaries, grand theft, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, all committed in Claiborne County. Young is dressed in an MDOC yellow jumpsuit. He…
One local council is making the holidays sweeter for the community
The holidays just got a little sweeter. Columbus Main Street held its first ever Christmas cookie walk. Executive Director Barbara Bigelow says this was a great way to raise money for Main Street's future projects.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The holidays just got a little sweeter. Columbus Main Street held its first-ever Christmas cookie walk. Executive Director Barbara Bigelow says this was a great way to raise money for Main Street’s future projects. “This is our first year to have a cookie walk and an individual will come in and donate ten dollars to our main…
Friends of Lake Lowndes host annual Lakeside Treasures event
The event is made up of an arts and crafts bazaar, food vendors, and more.
LOWNDES CO., Miss. (WCBI)- Friends of Lake Lowndes hosted their annual Lakeside Treasures event on Saturday, Nov. 2. The event is made up of an arts and crafts bazaar, food vendors, and more. Lakeside Treasures is a fundraising event that allows Friends of Lake Lowndes to add updates like picnic tables and fire pits to the park. Member of Friends…
In The Kitchen (MoJam’s BBQ) – 12/01/23
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Oxford police make an arrest for Possession of a Weapon by a Felon
On Nov. 30, the Oxford Police Department initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 for a motor vehicle violation.
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – On Nov. 30, the Oxford Police Department initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 for a motor vehicle violation. After an investigation, 41-year-old Jeffrey Wilkins of Lafayette County was arrested for Possession of a Weapon by a Felon. He was taken before a Municipal Court judge for his initial bond hearing and issued a $40,000 bond….
Suspicious fire destroys Columbus home
A suspicious fire destroys a Columbus home
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus home was destroyed by fire early Saturday morning and investigators consider it suspicious. Firefighters were called to the one hundred block of 14th Street North just before 6 AM. They arrived to find the house fully engulfed in flames. Columbus Fire and Rescue Chief Duane Hughes says no one lives at the house. Firemen…
Columbus Councilman Pierre Beard arrested in west Alabama
A Columbus councilman was arrested in Gordo, Alabama
Pierre Beard, 35, was charged with DUI, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, and illegal alcohol.
Local sheriff’s offices spread holiday spirit with toy drives
Both Oktibbeha and Webster counties sheriff’s offices were collecting toys for Christmas gifts for children. Both sheriffs said they hoped the families were grateful for the toy drive.
Annual Wassail Fest kicks off in downtown Columbus
The city’s annual Wassail Fest is not only a great holiday event for family and friends, but businesses join in on the fun too.
Lamar County DHR celebrates the holidays by giving back
Since October, Lamar County DHR has worked with Lamar Aide to gather contributions from the community so children can have presents of their own.
Community support: ‘Hope For The Holidays’ brightens Starkville
Dozens of families have some extra help for the holidays. Five Horizons Health Services hosted its “Hope For The Holidays” Resource Festival in Starkville.
Ole Miss introduces online course for law enforcement professionals
Law enforcement officers can earn a graduate certificate through a unique program at the University of Mississippi.
More students join Long Blue Line after MUW’s fall graduation
Students crossed the stage Friday morning to accept their diplomas and enter the workforce or continue their academic careers.