Weekend Activities – 04/25/2024
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The Starkville Derby: Dachshund Dash – 04/24/2024
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Next To Nature (Killdeer) – 04/24/2024
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10 years later: Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
We are days away from the 10-year anniversary of the deadly EF4 tornado that ravaged Winston County. Winds as high as 185 miles per hour shredded homes and changed lives there forever.
Woman says she pulled gun to stop potential robber
"You don't know me. I'm parked at an atm. Why would you come up to my car? Why would you try to get into my car?"
An alleged attempted robbery in Columbus could have possibly been foiled thanks to a careful and prepared citizen.
Music and Heritage Festival – 04/24/24
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Columbus Air Force Base – 04/24/24
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CMSD Superintendent explains why new school bond is needed
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Nearly every campus in the Columbus Municipal School District is in need of some changes to help improve student learning and student safety. The district’s superintendent, Dr. Stanley Ellis said it’s going to take the help of the city’s voters to make those improvements a reality. “The school bond is a 36-million-dollar bond that is set aside…
Track star tells state senators it’s time for change at the MHSAA
Andrew Brown addressed the Senate Body and District 6 Senator Chad McMahan calls for a hearing into the MHSAA
JACKSON, MISS. (WCBI) – Andrew Brown is known for his skills on the track. Tuesday morning a proclamation was given to the Tupelo High Schooler by District Six Senator Chad McMahan, highlighting Brown’s athletic accomplishments. The teen then gave a speech on the Senate floor. He says student-athletes should never be punished for having opportunities to represent the state on a national…
Get your ballots ready; Hall of Fame coming to Lowndes County
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Jerry Rice, Clarence Weatherspoon, Henry Armstrong, Red Barber. All of these men have 2 things in common: they made a national impact in their various sports, and they all once called Lowndes County home. Lowndes County has a sports legacy as rich as the Prairie soil. Now, a group of county leaders and county residents is…
Lowndes County Coroner identifies body found in Columbus
The investigation is in its early stages, but it has officially been determined as a homicide by the Lowndes County Coroner.
Autism Resource Center Family Fair – 04/23/24
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Good News with Colin – 04/23/24
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‘Cicada-geddon’: Big brood of bugs plans to emerge
It’s an invasion that has been 13 years in the making. And about 12 counties in the viewing area will be in the bullseye. These bugs do not bite or sting, but they are very noisy, and will sometimes eat your fruit.
Police investigate weekend fire in Brooksville as arson
Brooksville firefighters responded to the blaze at a home on Ada Mickens Street around midnight Saturday night.
Rowdy Foundation hosts golf tournament for good cause
Some local golfers were teeing off for a good cause in West Point. Teams and individuals participated in the Rowdy Foundation Golf Tournament at Old Waverly Golf Club.
Starkville Utilities, TVA, garden club spend Earth Day planting trees
General manager for Starkville Utilities, Edward Kemp, said Earth Day is a great time to remind the public that trees are one of our most important natural resources.
Aberdeen men accused of stealing trailers from business in Amory
Two Aberdeen men were accused of stealing trailers from an Amory business. Ashton Henderson and Jaqualon Crawford were both charged with three counts of grand larceny.
IHL approves creation of new area of study at MUW
Women’s role in leadership and academic development will be the focus of a new area of study at Mississippi University for Women.
Keeping Up With Kealy (Cooking It Up with Kealy) – 04/22/2024
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Resources for women veterans – 04/22/2024
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Saltillo toddler dies after being hit by vehicle; No arrests anticipated
A Saltillo toddler died after being hit by a vehicle. The two-year-old was struck at about 10 a.m. on Sunday.
Offense shines in Mississippi State spring game
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) — Mississippi State football coach Jeff Lebby has promised fans an exciting brand of football. That was on full display today in the Maroon and White game. Baylor transfer quarterback Blake Shapen put on a show, connecting for three touchdowns in the first half. Transfers Kevin Coleman and Kelly Akharaiyi were on the receiving end. Shapen ended…