Lowndes County gets ready to open gates of new Sportsplex
The contractor will hand the keys to the new facility over to the county on Thursday, just in time for a baseball tournament this weekend.
Absentee ballot requests rise as November General Election approaches
As the November General Election inches closer, more absentee ballots are being requested. The Mississippi Secretary of State’s office said 15,856 absentee ballots have been requested for the election.
Wear It Well held 6th annual Pretty in Pink fundraiser for breast cancer
Wear It Well held its sixth annual Pretty in Pink fundraiser for breast cancer. Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, affecting both men and women.
United Way of Lowndes and Noxubee Counties host 12th annual Little Hands Big Trucks event
The event helps educate children on the different modes of transportation
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Young kids got the chance to sit in the driver’s seat of some of the biggest vehicles on the road and in the sky. The United Way of Lowndes and Noxubee Counties hosted its 12th annual Little Hands Big Trucks event. The event helps educate children on the different modes of transportation. Different companies showed their…
Starkville church looks to help individuals both spiritually and physically
Peter's Rock Family Worship Center organized a health fair aimed at promoting overall wellness within the community.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Starkville church is looking to help individuals both spiritually and physically. On October 14, Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center organized a health fair aimed at promoting overall wellness within the community. Vendors offered a wide range of services from make-up, education, and even acupuncture. Jan Bryan, the Community Relations Representative with Magnolia Health, mentioned that…
Single vehicle crash claims the life of a Millport man
28 year old Deric L. McGee, was driving when his 2004 Chevrolet Silverado left the road, struck a culvert and overturned
MILLPRORT, Ala. (WCBI) – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:34 a.m. on October 14, has claimed the life of a Millport man. Deric L. McGee, 28, was driving when his 2004 Chevrolet Silverado left the road, struck a culvert and overturned. McGee was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash, was ejected and pronounced…
Steel Dynamics holds job fair for new Aluminum Mill
The more than $2 billion dollar mill was one of the largest economic developments in Mississippi to date.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Steel Dynamics held a job fair this weekend to hire for their new Aluminum Mill. The more than $2 billion dollar mill was one of the largest economic developments in Mississippi to date. Steel Dynamics held a job fair where applicants can meet current employees and learn more about the company. Senior Vice President of…
Class reunion spanning from 1970 to 1989 flooded Eupora
Eupora, Mississippi had a nostalgic blast from the past as the Eupora High School Alumni Association hosted their "Decade of the 70's and 80's" reunion.
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) – A class reunion spanning from 1970 to 1989 flooded Eupora for a decades-themed class reunion. Eupora, Mississippi had a nostalgic blast from the past as the Eupora High School Alumni Association hosted their “Decade of the 70’s and 80’s” reunion. Doris Hughes Greene, Class of 1975 was excited to see her classmates from 50 years ago…
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6th annual Wings Over Winston air show takes flight
During the event, people can be seen walking on the wings of the plane while it is in full aviation.
It’s that time of year again. Wings Over Winston is here. The sixth annual Wings Over Winston air show is taking flight, bringing in people from all over the country and Canada.
Local organizations team up to provide food and wellness to those in need
As the cooler months approach, two organizations are ramping up their efforts to provide wellness and education to the community.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church hosts walk for breast cancer awareness
Children from eight weeks to four years old were part of a walk for Breast Cancer Awareness. The walk was sponsored by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Cornerstone Sports Complex in Starkville officially opens
The Cornerstone Sports Complex in Starkville is now officially open for play and business. City leaders and parks officials hosted a ribbon-cutting.
Lee County deputies arrest man for allegedly selling meth
Bond was set at $100,000 for a Lee County man accused of selling meth. Lee County deputies arrested 40-year-old Timothy Hallmark of the Auburn area of Lee County.
Traffic stop lands Mooreville man in jail facing drug charges
Lee County deputies pulled a vehicle over in the Mooreville area, and during that stop, deputies reportedly found the driver of the vehicle to be in possession of methamphetamine.
Tupelo police arrest man accused of exposing someone to disease
Tupelo police arrested a Pontotoc man accused of exposing someone to a dangerous disease. Tuesday, TPD officers served a warrant on Joshua McGaughy.
3 men go to Lowndes Co. Detention Center on alleged sex-related crimes
Three men were taken to the Lowndes County Detention Center for alleged sex-related crimes.
Clay Co. deputies continue search for person of interest in shooting case
Sheriff’s deputies are still looking for 17-year-old Anthony Buchanan as a person of interest in a Clay County shooting.
Parents of Tupelo murder victim hope daughter’s memory lives on
The triple murder that impacted the lives of many families. 21-year-old Jessica Pannell was one of the victims that July evening in Tupelo.
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Understanding historical context: The Israel and Palestine conflict
WCBI had the opportunity to discuss the geographical and historical context behind the conflict with Mississippi State University archaeologist Jimmy Hardin who has close ties with the region.
Starkville prepares for Cornerstone Park grand opening
Not only is it making a ripple in the area of recreation, but they are hoping to bring a rising tide for the economy.
Not only is it making a ripple in the area of recreation, but they are hoping to bring a rising tide for the economy.
Yokohama Tire Manufacturing celebrates 10 years in Mississippi
Yokohama is ranked 8th in Global tire rankings and sales.
The Clay County plant produces around 800,000 tires per year that are shipped worldwide and employs more than 800 people, most of whom are from the Golden Triangle area.
Road dedication: Caledonia honors veteran with highway renaming
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI) – When people who live in Caledonia ride down part of Highway 45, they will always remember a favorite son. The City of Caledonia honored a beloved veteran by renaming a road well traveled. Bradford Freeman’s family and friends all gathered for the road dedication name. Freeman parachuted into France with others in his unit to set…