LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Around 5:00 Friday evening, the Louisville Fire Department’s 2004 Ford F-450 flatbed truck was stolen from behind the fire department. The truck was being used to haul lifesaving equipment, pull the command trailer, and to take to resources to emergency scenes. Firefighters had just returned back to the station in the truck and were called to a…
COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) – It’s usually considered the biggest single sporting event in the U.S., and definitely the most-watched. Super Bowl 60 is tomorrow, and many of the people watching will be doing so at restaurants and bars. “We have a gameday platter for sure, just like last year, so we have plenty of wings,” Michael Armstrong said. In football, games…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Vickie Ellington was last heard from on January 27, 2011, when she texted friends stating that she was going to meet someone in Louisville from Kosciusko. After not hearing from Ellington throughout the day, her friends became worried and drove to Louisville to look for her. They were able to find her Chevrolet Suburban in the Wal-Mart…
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) City officials in Grenada are stepping up to help residents who have been without power and water for over two weeks. Grenada Mayor Charles Latham and Judge Gregory Conley organized a water giveaway day. This gave residents a chance to get free cases of water. Judge Gregory Conley tells WCBI, 90 cases of water were passed out….
TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) According to the Tishomingo County Electric Power Association, a customer reported a local number calling claiming to be employed TCEPA, and the caller also asked for banking information. The scam caller also said if payment is made power will be restored. This is a scam. They are more than likely trying to profit from customers who…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Around 6:30 Friday night, Hatley and Smithville Fire Departments were called to a structure fire on Smithville Road. The first units on scene reported a heavily involved residential structure. Due to the difficulty of the situation and the wind driven fire, more firefighters were requested from Amory, Becker-Athens, and Splunge Fire Departments. Everyone inside of the…
COLUMBUS, Miss. – Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry will remain in his position after Jackson city leaders selected a different finalist to lead the Jackson Police Department. Daughtry was one of four finalists in Jackson’s nationwide search for a new police chief. Columbus city officials said his selection as a finalist reflected the strong leadership he has brought to the…
The Itawamba Indian Players will bring a popular movie to the stage as part of the theater group’s annual musical production. Allie Martin attended a rehearsal of “Matilda Junior” and shows us how the musical not only promises to entertain audiences but also helps keep the arts thriving in Itawamba County schools.
This community giveaway was just one way they are helping those who are still experiencing power outages, property damage, and other effects.
Nearly two weeks after Winter Storm Fern rolled into Mississippi, thousands are still without power, and the death toll continues to rise.
Some Mississippi SNAP recipients will have been approved for replacement benefits due tot he effects of Winter Storm Fern.
A former North Mississippi teacher, who was convicted on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a child in federal court, is no longer facing state charges.
A Fayette County man serving a life sentence for rape will remain in an Alabama prison.
We have an update to a story we brought to you yesterday. A stolen vehicle in West Point has been recovered.
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Caitlyn Wooten about her classes in Pilates, both in the gym and the park.
For the past few months, licenses were on hold because there was no board to approve or set the scores.
A man who helped thousands of people get on the road to recreation has passed away.
Vasey brings more than 30 years of leadership in economic development, real estate, and infrastructure-driven growth.
The new system allows emergency officials to respond to incidents faster by using exact location details, maps, and live updates before they arrive. Starkville Fire Chief Dewayne Davis calls the updated technology a game changer.
DeSoto County deputies teach the traffic stop portion for Basic classes at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center.
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Today on Midday, Grace Brister talks with Ms. Willie Davis about the upcoming Awards Banquet.
This week on Animal Health, Dr. Ashley Janzen is with her special guest, Lucy, as they cover the topic of retained deciduous canine teeth.