Columbus City Council moves forward with plans to pave city streets
The Columbus City Council is moving forward with plans to pave city streets. There’s about $6.9 million for the work.
Columbus looks into bird-eye camera system as extra safety measure
This system is in place as an extra safety measure for the citizens, to keep workers efficient, and to hold others accountable.
Seniors in our community explore resources at WCBI Senior Expo
Some of the area’s more experienced residents had a chance to find out more about the resources and services available to them.
‘New 2 U’ Consignment Sale aims to offer affordable clothes, decor, more
The bi-annual “New 2 U” Consignment Sale is taking place at the Tupelo Furniture Market. There are more than 117,000 items available, including kid’s clothes, home decor, toys and other finds.
Local organizations offer assistance for elderly community members
"They're forgotten about, and we make sure here that they are not forgotten."
As older adults try to maintain an independent lifestyle and stay in their own homes, they often find that daily tasks can become more challenging. And for family members, it can be difficult to know where to turn for assistance with their loved ones.
Tupelo Police Department hosts meeting for area church security teams
Local church security teams get tips on selecting the right team members, proper training and other factors
Houses of worship should be places of safety and peace, but violent incidents at churches, synagogues, and mosques across the country have made congregations and law enforcement more aware of the need for security.
Starkville Fire Department receives grant to upgrade their gear
The department received over $150,000 in grant money for new turnout gear, and firefighters are calling it a welcome change.
Lafayette Co. deputies make arrest after finding man bleeding off CR 271
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department along with EMS responded to a report of a man stabbed and bleeding off County Road 271.
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Break-in at Biggersville School leads to arrest of Corinth man
A Corinth man was accused of being too eager to get back to school. Alcorn County Sheriff’s deputies were called to a reported break-in at Biggersville School at 7:20 Wednesday morning.
Macon woman indicted on several charges after deadly shooting
Deambershea Bush was charged with one count of murder and shooting into a dwelling and two counts of aggravated assault. Juaquaious Shanklin was also charged in the case.
Students lead their peers in prayer as part of ‘See You at the Pole’ event
Students across the region gathered before school to pray for their classmates, the state, the nation, and the world. The student-led prayer event is part of “See You at the Pole.”
Fire heavily damages home in Lowndes County Wednesday morning
A Lowndes County home was heavily damaged by fire Wednesday morning. The blaze started at a home on Military Road, near Columbus Christian Academy, at about 7:30 a.m.
Well-known Booneville basketball coach faces child sex crime charges
A well-known Booneville basketball star and coach is facing two federal child sex crime charges. Kenny Paul Geno was charged with sexual exploitation of a child and one count of online enticement of a minor.
Mississippi Hospital group takes on national prescription drug issue
90% of the prescription medications taken by Americans are generics, but 85% of those generics are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions if trade with India, China, or Japan is interrupted.
Advanced security plays role in safeguarding pharmacies from theft
Allegro Pharmacy’s Tuscaloosa branch was burglarized Monday night, but the thieves had to leave empty-handed.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5573 raises flag to honor military members
A flag was raised at a Starkville veterans post to honor military veterans and service members who are still active in our United States.
Medicaid Reimbursement Plan: How area hospitals can be impacted
The plan looks to change the Mississippi Hospital Access Program and supplement payments to hospitals for caring for people with Medicaid.
The plan looks to change the Mississippi Hospital Access Program and supplement payments to hospitals for caring for people with Medicaid.
Mississippi Forestry Commission requests resources to combat wildfires
With extended drought on the horizon, the Mississippi Forestry Commission requested resources from other states to combat wildfires.
Montgomery County woman found guilty of animal cruelty charge
Back on July 28, Montgomery County Deputies arrived at Cassandra Turner’s home and found a dog confined to a small metal cage covered in diarrhea in 99-degree weather.
Department reduced by half as Calhoun City Police Chief, 2 officers resign
Calhoun City Mayor Marshall Coleman confirmed that Chief Ralph Horton resigned without notice after being placed on five-day administrative leave.
Columbus man accused of stabbing, killing girlfriend pleads guilty
A Columbus man accused of stabbing and killing his girlfriend pleaded guilty. Christopher Wicks pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Noxubee County Circuit Court.
Lafayette County man charged with DUI, simple assault on officer
While patrolling near the Teckville Boat Ramp in Harmontown, a Lafayette County Sheriff’s Deputy was alerted to multiple complaints of an ATV or UTV driving recklessly in the area.
Some Alabama small businesses will see monthly tax break starting Oct. 1
The new legislation removed the monthly estimated sales tax requirement for businesses with less than $20,000 in average monthly sales tax liability.