Fire Marshal gives tips to help prevent Thanksgiving Day disasters
The U.S. Fire Administration reported about 74% of house fires on Thanksgiving Day directly result from cooking.
Local United Way’s Adopt-A-Family seeks last few adoptions for Christmas
With almost 90 families on their list, they still have a handful that need to be adopted.
United Way of Lowndes and Noxubee Counties is preparing for the busy holiday season, and the Adopt-A-Family program is one of the big projects.
Young MSU fan experiences homecoming like no other
He loves His Mississippi State bulldogs so much, that Luke wanted to use his wish through the Make-a-wish foundation to take a visit.
He loves his Mississippi State Bulldogs so much, that Luke wanted to use his wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation to take a visit.
Safe Place Foundation hosts 4th annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Dozens of people enjoyed an early Thanksgiving feast thanks to a non-profit in Starkville. The Safe Place Foundation hosted its fourth annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Peter’s Rock Family Life Center.
Columbus City Council votes to approve purchase of tactical vests, helmets
The City of Columbus is continuing its commitment to building up its police department and keeping officers safe.
FedEx driver’s narrow escape: Truck catches fire in Oktibbeha County
A FedEx driver was feeling extra thankful after escaping a fire on her truck Wednesday morning in Oktibbeha County.
Suspect in recent shooting in Macon turns himself in to police
The suspect in a recent shooting in Macon has turned himself in. Keon Rodrigues Walker turned himself in to Macon police on Monday.
Safe travels: MHP’s Thanksgiving travel enforcement period begins
It is the busiest travel day of the year and the Mississippi Highway Patrol wants everyone to have a safe Thanksgiving holiday.
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office asks for help locating stolen ATV
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to locate a stolen ATV and the person or people who may have taken it.
Brooksville voters go to polls to select new alderman
Voters in Brooksville went to the polls to select a new alderman. Alderman-At-Large Wallace Phillips resigned in September, leaving an empty seat on the board.
‘Baptist Egg Bowl’ food drive: Baptist Golden Triangle claims the win
Two area food pantries will be able to carry out their mission of feeding the community thanks to a friendly competition between two hospitals.
Peter’s Rock Church helps feed families for Thanksgiving
As the holidays are approaching, some families might be struggling with food. Peter’s Rock Temple Church of God In Christ in Starkville donated turkeys to the community to help out those in need.
Tupelo Salvation Army volunteers prepare for Thanksgiving Day
Record inflation means more people are food insecure and need help
The Tupelo Salvation Army put out a call for volunteers this Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Volunteers were working hard to make sure that no one went hungry on Thanksgiving Day.
Midas franchise owner looks to give SUV to deserving person
The business owner wants to bless someone during this Christmas season
A Tupelo business owner wanted to give back to a deserving person in the community this Christmas season.
Safety first: MHP SSG gives tips for safe travel ahead of Thanksgiving
With over 55 million people expected to be traveling for family, friends, and fun, safety should always remain a priority.
Local boutique gets head start on big holiday shopping crowds
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – As the holidays are approaching, businesses in the Golden Triangle are preparing for large crowds. Carli Sparks owns Carlico Boutique. She said she was trying to get ahead of the holiday rush. “We are preparing for black Friday, small business Saturday, cyber-Monday, right now. So, Black Friday is one of our biggest events of the year…
Health center relocation aims to provide more healthcare access in Macon
Mississippi continues to struggle to bring accessible healthcare to rural communities.
In Macon, city and county officials came together to celebrate the opening of the Shuqualak-Noxubee Health Center. The relocation of the Great Meridian Health Clinic is providing more access to healthcare in the rural area.
Telling Your Story S1E4: Leroy Brooks
“I'm a very secure man.”
In the face of poverty, racism, and push back from his community, Leroy Brooks has stood the test of time and unfairness.
Crossroads Water Association issues boil water notice
Customers of the Crossroads Water Association who live south and west of the Highway 8 and 9 intersection will need to boil their water for at least one minute before use.
Fundraising with flavor: Customers line up for annual Lee Home Bake Sale
Customers lined up early at the historic Stephen D. Lee home in Columbus for the chance to buy a variety of made-from-scratch goodies, like cakes, cookies, pies, jellies, and more.
Starkville police make 2 arrests in weekend car theft
Starkville police made two arrests, which included a teenager, in a weekend car theft. 20-year-old Dennis Scales was charged with auto burglary, grand larceny, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
Area EMA director gives tips on how to stay safe during severe weather
Chickasaw County Emergency Management Director Linda Griffin said residents shouldn’t wait until the last minute to start taking precautions.
Mother of Brooksville shooting victim speaks out about incident
30-year-old Glenn Omar Dooley died after being shot in the head
Brooksville police continue to investigate a September shooting that left one man dead. 30-year-old Glenn Omar Dooley died after being shot in the head by a drive-by shooter on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
WCBI steps back in time for 30th anniversary in downtown Columbus
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