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.
State Supreme Court delays ruling to set execution date for Willie Manning
The Mississippi Supreme Court is delaying a ruling on whether to set an execution date for Willie Manning.
Alabama rolls out tax rebates in time for holiday shopping season
Alabamians will have a little more spending money this Christmas shopping season. Starting December 1, tax rebates will start being issued.
Old River Bridge: City council approved change to allow larger crane
The city council approved a change to allow a larger crane to do the job. Mayor Keith Gaskin said that he is trying to get the bridge repaired as soon as possible.
Area college students gear up for finals week at Exam Slam
They provide free space, wifi, and food for area college students.
It’s that time of year again, the part of the semester most college students dread: finals week. WCBI found out how one church has become an environment for scholarly work and studying.
Eyes in the sky: Noxubee County EMA unveils new equipment
After partnering with Winston County to use their drone to save and locate people, Noxubee County EMA Director Corey Brown said the ball got rolling for them to invest in a drone with a thermal camera to detect heat in the distance.
Tupelo police need help to identify woman accused of credit card fraud
Tupelo police need your help to identify a woman who allegedly used credit cards that were not hers. Officers responded to a call of a victim’s wallet being stolen from a grocery store on Main Street.
Confrontation leads to jail return for Webster County man
A Webster County man found himself back in jail after being accused of accosting a law enforcement officer.