MUW’s Owl Food Pantry: Helping lower food insecurity for college students
One in four Mississippians struggles with food insecurity, and that number is higher on the state’s college campuses.
Columbus Exchange Club’s ‘One Nation Under God’ event honors veterans
The Columbus Exchange Club hosted an event to recognize current and former service members ahead of Veterans Day.
Sim Scott Seniors host Veterans Day program honoring women who serve
A group of seasoned citizens in Columbus honored the women who serve our country. The Sim Scott Seniors hosted a Veterans Day program at the community center.
State prosecutors want execution date set for Willie “Fly” Manning
Attorney General Lynn Fitch asked the state Supreme Court to lift the stay of execution. Attorneys also asked to have an execution date set within 30 days.
Calhoun County man accused of starting fire that destroyed shed
A Calhoun County man was accused of starting a fire that eventually destroyed a shed. Nicholas Busam was charged with arson.
Columbus settles lawsuit with man claiming he was unlawfully arrested
The city of Columbus settled a lawsuit with a man who claimed he was unlawfully arrested. This incident all started in May 2020 when Odis Latham was shot to death in the parking lot of the Holiday Inn Express.
Tupelo’s West Main bridge replacement: Estimated finish by Nov. 2024
The city of Tupelo now has a timeline for replacing a bridge on West Main that is a major route for motorists.
Natchez Trace Parkway, Choctaw County implement burning restrictions
Even with the prospect of rain in the forecast, there are new burn restrictions. The National Park Service is banning campfires and charcoal use on the Natchez Trace Parkway.
Vernon man pleads guilty to producing child pornography
A Vernon man will spend the next 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to producing child pornography. Kyle Wesley Williams entered the plea in Lamar County Circuit Court.
Tupelo man with history of sex crime charges faces another charge
A Tupelo man with a history of sex crimes found himself facing another charge. 29-year-old Kendal Ackinson was being held without bond on a charge of statutory rape.
East Mississippi Community College pays tribute to veterans
East Mississippi Community College recognized veterans at the Mayhew campus. The college held its annual “Proud to be an American” event.
West Point police arrest 2 Oktibbeha County men in connection to robbery
Demontavis Jones was charged with armed robbery and Dontae Gunn is facing an attempted armed robbery charge.
Lowndes County deputies searching for 2 armed robbers
Lowndes County deputies are looking for two armed robbers. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said the hold-up happened at State Line Fuel Center at about 3 a.m.
MUW holds celebration for first-generation college students
Mississippi University for Women celebrated students on campus who are the first in their families to attend college.
Winston and Oktibbeha counties vote in new sheriffs
Two sheriffs stepping down, paved the way for two soon-to-be sheriffs in two north Mississippi counties. Winston and Oktibbeha counties will soon have new sheriffs.
Keeping airmen and support staff at Columbus Air Force Base healthy
Once a month, the Columbus Air Force base highlights a different group on the Air Force base whether it be mission support or operations. In November, they decided to highlight the Medical group and the support they provide for the base.
Columbus Police Department steps up recruitment efforts
Government officials said one of the biggest discouragements of working in law enforcement isn’t the dangerous situations. It’s the low pay.
Montgomery County officials consider building community storm shelter
Nearly eight months ago parts of Montgomery County were hit by a devastating tornado. And while residents are continuing to navigate their new normal, county supervisors are looking at ways to prepare for the future.
Next To Nature: Sugar Cane Plum Grass
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Lee County Coroner: Infant found unresponsive at daycare in Guntown
A death investigation is underway after a five-month-old was found unresponsive at a daycare. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said the child was at Sunshine Preschool and Daycare on County Road 833.
Prentiss County deputies make drug arrest during safety checkpoint
A weekend ride in Prentiss County landed a New Albany man in jail facing drug charges.
Alabama Governor signs statewide ‘No Burn Order’
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey took executive action to address fire dangers in the state. Ivey signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration, also referred to as a “No Burn Order”.
Oktibbeha County joins list of communities under burn ban
Oktibbeha County joined a growing list of communities under a burn ban. Every county, except for Choctaw and Prentiss Counties, in the WCBI viewing area is under a burn ban.
Truck fire on Highway 82 causes flames to spread to woods
An 18-wheeler caught fire in west Alabama, and then, the flames spread to the woods. It happened on Highway 82 in Pickens County just across the state line.