Month-long vacant police chief position finally filled in Calhoun City
Since the former police chief, Ralph Horton, resigned unexpectedly in late September, Calhoun City has been without a full-time chief. That has now changed.
Lowndes County Sheriff says inmate’s escape was no coincidence
Terry Lashaun Brooks and Phillip Shane House decided to try their luck on the outside with the help of Steven Douglas Jennings.
Campaign conversations: Tate Reeves talks his journey to Governor
The Republican says creating jobs that will keep young people in the state is a top priority
Governor Tate Reeves began his political career 20 years ago when he was elected state treasurer. He was the youngest state treasurer in the country and the first Republican to hold that office in Mississippi.
MUW students, faculty fly kites to celebrate Day of the Dead
MUW has been celebrating the Day of the Dead since 2015.
A long-standing Day of the Dead tradition is to make Guatemalan kites to honor those who have passed on.
Mississippi State researchers develop prototype to advance cotton industry
It will make the harvesting process more consistent, efficient, and accurate.
Researchers at Mississippi State are developing a robot to move the crop into the future. The robot is designed to go into a field using AI technology to pick cotton bolls one by one on its own.
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Long-time Columbus businessman dies after car accident
A long-time Columbus businessman died after a car accident. 86-year-old Ken Canida was in a crash on October 23.
Hands-on training: Toyota Mississippi’s partnership with New Albany schools
The automaker’s 4T Academy will come to New Albany and Union County schools. The 4T Academy is a hands-on training program designed to place students directly into Toyota production jobs after they graduate.
West Point Junior Auxiliary coat drive: Donation deadline November 6
One organization is looking to keep the community warm this winter. The Junior Auxiliary of West Point is hosting its annual coat drive.
Clay County assault: Woman injured, man faces charges
An argument led to a woman being injured in Clay County. 60-year-old Todd Sanders was charged with domestic violence aggravated assault.
Investigation underway: Sanitation worker killed in Lowndes County
A sanitation worker was killed after being attacked by a dog and then run over by a garbage truck in Lowndes County.
New location: Lowndes County Coroner’s Office completes renovations
Work has finished on the Lowndes County coroner’s new office. The former Lowndes County morgue needed modernization and repairs.
Lowndes County Circuit Clerk’s office takes part in some Halloween fun
The Lowndes County Circuit Clerk’s office decided to participate in the Halloween fun also. The office was decorated to resemble an enchanted forest.
Campaign conversations: Brandon Presley talks politics, family, and more
The Democratic candidate for governor says his main inspiration for public service was his mother
On November 7, voters in Mississippi head to the polls, and at the top of the ballot is the governor’s race. In the first part of a two-part series, WCBI talked with both gubernatorial candidates. We will start with Democrat Brandon Presley, who is challenging Governor Tate Reeves.
Your trick-or-treat path could lead straight to sex offender’s front door
“Mississippi doesn’t have laws that pertain to sex offenders and what they can and can’t do during Halloween or the holiday season.”
Candidate Brandon Presley nears end of campaign tour ahead of Nov. 7
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Presley is nearing the end of his campaign tour just a week ahead of election day.
Columbus and Jackson unite in mourning loss of Monique Montgomery
Family and friends are mourning the loss of a longtime member of the legal and religious communities in Columbus and Jackson.
LCBS passes policy laying out approved uses of parks, rec facilities
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors wanted to make sure that residents were making proper use of the parks.
LCBS discusses road conditions along Airport Road
Economic development in the Golden Triangle isn’t without its headaches. One of those can be traffic conditions.
Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County serves area for over decade
Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County serves nearly 2,000 meals a week
Loaves and Fishes has been serving hot meals to Lowndes County for over a decade. Through the years, they have worked to grow their kitchen staff, volunteers, and outreach in the community.
Cute characters parade through downtown Columbus for Boo Parade
Princesses, pirates, superheroes, and other cute characters took over the streets of Downtown Columbus on Halloween. The annual Boo Parade is a Halloween tradition.
Purr-fectly spooky: Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe celebrates Halloween in style
Some residents at the area’s only cat cafe dressed up for Halloween. There were cats in witch hats, pumpkin costumes, and dinosaur outfits at the Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe.
MHP’s 1034 Project: Supporting troopers’ mental health
Work-life balance is important in any job, including law enforcement. But often, officers struggle with leaving the job at work. That can put a strain on family life and relationships.
Globe Fountain vandalism: Two teens arrested, charged with felony
19-year-old Abigail Fuqua of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and 18-year-old Madison Brown of Davidson, North Carolina were arrested and charged with felony malicious mischief.