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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Lowndes County deputy resigns amid allegations of using racial slur
A Lowndes County deputy resigns amid an internal investigation over an alleged racial slur. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said there was an investigation underway when the deputy resigned.
Bond set for Macon murder suspect also facing aggravated assault charge
Bond was set for a Macon murder suspect. Maxi Chandler is also facing an aggravated assault charge. His bond totaled $225,000.
Louisville police make arrest in weekend shooting; Teen in critical condition
Louisville police made an arrest in a weekend shooting that left a teen in critical condition. Police Chief Sean Holdiness said Diovion Crosby was arrested at about 6:30 a.m. November 20 on Highway 14 East.
Bond set for man charged with capital murder in Prentiss County
Bond for a Prentiss County homicide suspect was set at $2 million. 35-year-old Louis Poutoa was charged with capital murder.
4-County Electric Power Association wraps up community food drive
Monday, November 20 is the last day to donate food items.
4-County Electric Power Association is looking to do more than keep the lights on this holiday season. The not-for-profit organization has been collecting items for the Salvation Army Food Pantry as part of the Fill a Bucket program.
Milam Elementary students celebrate its recent “A” rating
The PTO, with help from local businesses, organized a day of fun for students and teachers to mark the big achievement.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – There was music, food, games, and a lot of fun for Milam Elementary students as the Tupelo school celebrated its recent “A” rating. The PTO, with help from local businesses, organized a day of fun for students and teachers to mark the big achievement. Students and teachers say everyone worked hard and they’re not stopping now….
Winter Weather Home Prep Tips for a Chilly South
Expert lists a few tips people should keep in mind when making their to-do list for winter weather preparations.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – With temperatures dropping, an expert tells WCBI this is the perfect time to prepare before it’s too late. Keyton Blocher is the sales manager at Military Hardware in Columbus. He says now is the time to prepare for cold weather. “We’ve already had our first cold snap of the year and so, they’re gonna start coming…
Month-long investigation lands a man in the Lowndes County Jail
The investigation began in June when a report was filed with Child Protective Services stating that a child under the age of 13 had been sexually assaulted by a close family friend.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A months-long investigation lands a man in the Lowndes County Jail charged with Statutory Rape. Kyle Anthony Smith was arrested on Thursday. The investigation began in June when a report was filed with Child Protective Services stating that a child under the age of 13 had been sexually assaulted by a close family friend. The…