Stalled out SUV catches fire on Highway 69 in Lowndes County
It started out as a stalled car. But the SUV quickly went up in flames. No one was injured when the Ford Explorer began to burn.
Food Truck Tuesdays: Amory joins in on food truck frenzy
Food Truck Tuesdays allows licensed mobile food vendors to set up shop at Panther Park
For this first Food Truck Tuesday, Tasha Wright was picking up three cheeseburgers for herself and her coworkers. She was glad for the additional lunchtime choices.
MSU extension service hosts agriculture tour for students
Agriculture serves as the backbone of our state’s economy. Studies show agriculture employs nearly 30% of Mississippi workers.
Meteorology 101: Chief Isaac Williams speaks at Columbus Rotary
Chief Meteorologist Isaac Williams gave a lesson outside of the classroom. He spoke to the Columbus Rotary Club about the weather we see here in the viewing area.
Columbus city leaders plan to brighten lights along 20th Street N.
The Mayor and City Council council members are expected to take up a plan to brighten existing lights along 20th Street North between Seventh and 14th Avenues.
‘Help wanted’: West Point PD puts call out for officers
It is a problem facing law enforcement agencies nationwide: recruiting and retaining good officers. And it’s a problem the West Point Police Department is facing head-on.
Suspect wanted in shooting that injured one person in Tupelo
Tupelo police are looking for the person they say shot another man earlier today. It happened just before noon at a house in the 3000 block of Beasley Drive.
Starkville opens panhandling ordinance discussion to residents
Starkville leaders are hosting the first public hearing on a proposed panhandling ordinance. Residents can discuss the regulation at the board of aldermen meetings.
Robin’s Field in Tupelo closed until November
Construction work is in progress in Tupelo. Robin’s Field located on Jackson Street will be closed to construction now until November.
Crime Stoppers (Clay County Sheriff’s Office) – 08/06/24
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Experts encourage getting COVID vaccine amid rising cases
The CDC has also reported that there are new variants of the disease that can be considered a challenge to our immune systems.
Armyworms move in to wreak havoc on yards
The armyworms have always been around during the late summer, but this year, it has been more like an invasion.
Local churches offer cooling shelters amid extreme heat
Being in extreme heat for long periods can be deadly. Two churches in the WCBI viewing area are trying to provide a place for people to cool off.
Tupelo police make arrest in deadly stabbing investigation
A Eupora man is in the Lee County Jail facing charges in a Tupelo homicide. Tupelo police, with the help of the U.S. Marshals Service Task Force, arrested Stephen LaVarr McComb.
National Night Out: Bridging gap in law enforcement, community
Cities and towns across the country are hoping to bridge the gap between law enforcement and communities.
LCBS wants to update soccer complex agreement with Columbus
The changing landscape of the local soccer scene is prompting a change on the pitch at the Roger Short Soccer Complex.
Fire at abandoned house in Columbus under investigation as arson
Columbus Fire and Rescue is investigating an arson fire at an abandoned house. The blaze happened about 3 a.m. Monday at 723 16th Street North.
Persons of interest wanted after shooting in Aberdeen
Aberdeen police are searching for two people of interest after a shooting injured one person. Police Chief Quinell Shumpert said the gunfire started about 4:15 Sunday afternoon.
MUW offers full-tuition scholarship to every MSMS senior
Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science students now know their college is paid. Mississippi University for Women is offering every senior at MSMS a full-tuition scholarship.
Man accused of sending sexually explicit videos to child
25-year-old Trevyon Thomas was charged with enticement of a child to produce a visual depiction of sexual conduct.
Woman shot after allegedly trying to steal gun in Columbus
A Columbus woman was shot while allegedly trying to steal a gun. 19-year-old Aajha Denman was charged with strong armed robbery.
Local businesses in Starkville prepare for influx of students
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- With the summer slowly coming to an end, the school has started for many K-12 students. It is almost that time for college students. While that may be exciting for them, it can also be exciting for business owners as they will have more people who may visit their stores. The streets of Starkville are emptier than…
Artesia Day Festival helps boost local businesses and vendors
ARTESIA, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds of people look forward to the Artesia Day Festival every year. Quality and affordable food, live music, and games is what the festival is all about. “I come faithfully every year dealing with the vendors and stuff. I like to see different cultures, and different booths,” said Elroy Graham, Artesia Day Festival Attendee. “I also…
Beauty with a Purpose pageant for special needs kids and adults
Beauty with a Purpose was created by Mariana Pearson. She says she was inspired by her lifelong friend Braelyn and a little girl she babysits.
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – Beauty with a Purpose is a pageant with a unique twist. The pageant is for children and adults with special needs. Today participants got to walk the stage at The Barn at Harmony Farms in Amory. Beauty with a Purpose was created by Mariana Pearson. She says she was inspired by her lifelong friend Braelyn and…