A Tupelo museum now has a collection of Sam Lumpkin’s time in office

  TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Fresh off the campaign trail for the Governor’s mansion, Brandon Presley is keeping his love of politics and political history alive. He hoped these papers and audio tapes will preserve the legacy of a former north Mississippi lawmaker. “Sam Lumpkin was both at one time Speaker of the house, and Lieutenant governor and so he is…

Oktibbeha County Swears In elected officials

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County government swore in over a dozen new and returning officials. “It’s all about serving.” James Kitchens is the Senior Circuit Court Judge of the 16th District. He says everyone who raised their hand to take an oath, shares a deep admiration for Oktibbeha County. “These folks, they love this county and this community…

Mississippi’s poultry took an estimated 23% loss in value in 2023

Even though production was strong, a failure to meet the previous year’s record-high prices was responsible for the hit.

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Mississippi’s poultry took an estimated 23% loss in value in 2023. Even though production was strong, a failure to meet the previous year’s record-high prices was responsible for the hit. Poultry generated an estimated $3.1 billion for Mississippi agriculture in 2023, down from the $3.9 billion generated in 2022. Eggs had the largest decline, dropping 30%. With…

4-County reminds citizens to stay safe when decorating

4-County Power Association CEO Brian Clark says those lights may brighten the holidays, but they need to be looked over closely as long as you plan to use them.

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – When most people think about Christmas, some people may think of presents and stocking stuffers. Christmas is also a time of hanging lights and other decorations. 4-County Power Association CEO Brian Clark says those lights may brighten the holidays, but they need to be looked over closely as long as you plan to use them. “Everybody…