Plans on pause: Council disagrees on how to finance Propst Park project
Columbus Vice Mayor said the issue doesn’t lie in paying for Propst Park upgrades. He said the problem is in how the city goes about paying for it.
Family of motorcycle crash victim speaks about importance of road safety
"If you don't slow down it's going to cost you your life or someone else"
71-year-old Robert Von Morgan Junior died after his motorcycle collided with another vehicle at the intersection of Highway 45 and South Meridian Street in Aberdeen.
AG Lynn Fitch stops in Columbus to talk about human trafficking
It may be hard to believe. But human trafficking happens here in Mississippi. That’s according to the state’s attorney general.
MUW community takes time to bring awareness to mental health
October 10 is World Mental Health Awareness Day, and students and staff at MUW are taking time to focus on overall wellness which includes taking care of the mind.
Telling Your Story S1E1: Missy Wigginton
“I come from some brokenness.”
About 14 miles north of Blue Springs, Mississippi, the community of Alpine sits tucked in between New Albany and Baldwyn. That’s where Melissa Rakestraw grew up. Friends and family call her Missy. But everyone else knows her as Mama Justice.
City of Eupora issues boil water notice
Hold off on drinking any water in the city of Eupora. There was a boil water notice issued for the city’s water system.
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith makes stop at Lion Hills in Columbus
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith spoke at Lion Hills in Columbus about national, international, and local issues, including some federal money in the pipeline to help a revitalization effort in the Friendly City.
Lowndes Young Leaders – 10/10/23
Midday Guest
The Lowndes Young Leaders stopped by to visit the studio today! Chris Young, one of the Young Leaders, and Cathryn Boyer from the Lowndes Chamber of Commerce talk with Aundrea about the year-long leadership program. Categories: Local News, Sunrise & Midday Guests
UPDATE: Oxford police reported escapee has been found
An escaped prisoner out of Oxford has been found. 25-year-old Jasper Jenkins ran from Circuit Court around 10 a.m. on Tuesday.
Black farmers, landowners take on US Department of Agriculture
Hundreds of black farmers and landowners met in downtown Columbus to sign a petition that’s headed to Congress.
Baptist Memorial Golden Triangle Hospital adds protection to facility
Every guest or patient who comes through the E.R. is required to go through the detector.
Baptist Memorial Golden Triangle Hospital is taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of its patients and staff. Last week, metal detectors were installed at the entrance of the ER, and security personnel are now equipped with handheld detector wands.
Pumpkin patches get ready for visitors as autumn season moves in
Pumpkin patches are a favorite fall destination, but it takes a lot of work to get those mazes and pumpkins together.
In The Kitchen: Bulldog Burger
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Mississippi State hosts preview day for high school students and families
It’s a tour of campus and a chance to find out more about life as a Bulldog. Mississippi State University hosted high school students and their families at the first Fall Preview Day of the year.
Body of missing Choctaw County man found in wooded area
Choctaw County Sheriff Brandon Busby told WCBI that Colton Michael Stewart’s body was found Saturday evening.
Monroe County man faces charges for alleged shooting
A Monroe County man was accused of shooting into a home and using a stolen gun to do it. Monroe County deputies responded to a report of someone shooting into a home in the Hamilton area.
Independent Gov. candidate withdraws, announces Presley endorsement
The Democratic candidate for Governor picks up a major endorsement from a former rival. Independent candidate Gwendolyn Gray announced that she planned to withdraw from the race for Governor.
Absentee voting: Contact your circuit clerk for Nov. 7 voting information
Absentee voting started two weeks ago, and Circuit Clerk’s offices have been busy mailing out ballots and handling in-person voting in the office.
Pickens County traffic stop leads to arrest of Illinois man on drug charges
A detour through Pickens County ended up being anything but an Alabama Getaway for an Illinois man. Pickens County deputies were alerted to a truck hauling a trailer driving recklessly.
Louisville community gathers together to help neighbor in need
The Louisville community has gathered together to help a neighbor in need. The town has worked over the past year to provide a new home for Rita Taylor.
Coming together: Faith & Blue Weekend is underway in Point City
Thousands of police agencies across the country working to build stronger communities through mutual respect and understanding.
Thousands of police agencies across the country are working to build stronger communities through mutual respect and understanding.
WLES students transform writing skills into news writing fun
Area schools participating in the modified school calendar wrapped up their intercession this week.
WEST LOWNDES, Miss. (WCBI) – Area schools participating in the modified school calendar wrapped up their intercession this week. Our Rosalyn Freeman was a special guest at the West Lowndes Elementary School, where the students transformed their writing skills into news writing fun. Next week is officially their fall break, so students don’t forget not to show up for school….
Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway continues to be a vital part the region’s economy
The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway has been a boon for industry in this area for years.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – This is the route on the water that provides a cost-effective path for goods to travel. The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway has been a boon for industry in this area for years. “You know one barge will hold what 70 semi trucks will hold, and each tow can push eight barges up and down the waterway,” said Operations…
Noxubee County informs citizens it is not under a burn ban
A post was made on the Noxubee County Fire and first responder facebook page to update citizens on a burn ban.
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A post was made on the Noxubee County Fire and First Responder Facebook page to update citizens on a burn ban. They say they have gotten several calls asking about a burn ban. Currently, Noxubee County is not under a burn ban The post says the county has received enough rain that will allow holding…