Hunting Incident Leaves 17 Year Old Dead
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Hunting incident leaves 17-year-old dead

Investigators with MDWFP and Carroll County Sheriff’s Department are conducting an investigation, though the shooting appears accidental.
Grace Brister,

CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – On Friday, December 29, 2023, Carroll County Deputies, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks Officers, and Medstat responded to a call of a fatal hunting accident on County Road 163 in the Blackhawk area of Carroll County. Hayden Drake Bonta,17, of Ocean Springs was declared dead at the scene by Carroll County Coroner Mark…

Columbus' Mayor Recognizes Residents Who Make A Difference In The Community
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Columbus Mayor honors citizens making a difference in community

The third annual "Earnest Brown Good Change Awards" were held at City Hall on Friday.
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COLUMBUS, Miss… (WCBI)-  Community members were honored for their work in the community. The third annual “Earnest Brown Good Change Awards” were held at City Hall on Friday. The award is given to those who work to make a difference in Columbus. The awards were presented to Laverne Greene-Leech, Dr. Jo Shumake, Stan Glover, and Paroleed2Pride founder Sharon Jones by…

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Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society offers pet safety advice for New Year’s Eve

Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Ringing in the New Year with fireworks is a longstanding tradition but the excitement, flashing lights, and sounds of celebration that people enjoy so much are not as festive for their four-legged friends. Brandy Johnson of the Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society has some tips to keep your pets safe while you’re lighting up the sky. For starters…

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Deer processing business starts first season under new ownership

"Our coolers are full right now and we can't take any more deer at the moment."
Kealy Shields,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s hunting season in Mississippi and recent cold snaps have made the deer active, keeping deer processors booked and busy. Whether it’s your first deer of the season or you are a frequent customer, processors are looking to serve up quality meats. While it may not be their first season in business, Fork N Road…

Clay County's Newly Elected Officials Are Sworn Into Office
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Clay County’s newly-elected officials sworn into office

Eric Lampkin,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – There was a changing of the guard in Clay County Friday morning. A swearing-in ceremony was held in West Point for newly elected Clay County officials. Judge Jim Kitchens administered the oath to the office holders. The Circuit Clerk, Coroner, Sheriff, and all other elected offices were sworn-in. Melvin Raines, one of the newest members…

Keeping People Safe And Healthy Doesn't Take A Holiday
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Keeping people safe and healthy doesn’t take a holiday

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The holiday season is usually a time for family togetherness, but not everybody gets Christmas off from work. Kaitlyn Yeatman spoke with emergency personnel about working  Christmas and being away from family. For emergency personnel, like Kim Truesdale, Christmas is just another shift. “That is part of the job. When you sign on for the job…

New Year Will Usher In New Elected Officials
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New Year will usher in new county officials in Mississippi

Eric Lampkin,

MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – The New Year will mean new county government administrations across Mississippi. November’s elections will mean some new faces will be joining returning office holders in county courthouses. On Thursday 17 of those officials took the oath of office at the Noxubee County Courthouse in Macon. Senior Chancery Judge Paula Drungole-Ellis handled the swearing-in duties. Most of…

American Family Association Founder Passes Away
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American Family Association founder passes away

Eric Lampkin,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A North Mississippi minister who became a leader in the conservative movement in America has died. Rev. Donald Wildmon: 1938-2023 Reverend Donald Wildmon, the founder and longtime leader of the American Family Association passed away Thursday December 28th in Tupelo. Wildmon was born in Dumas in Tippah County and graduated from Ripley High School.  In his…

Gubernatorial Candidate And Outgoing Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley Donates Historic Political Papers To Tupelo Museum
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A Tupelo museum now has a collection of Sam Lumpkin’s time in office

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  TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Fresh off the campaign trail for the Governor’s mansion, Brandon Presley is keeping his love of politics and political history alive. He hoped these papers and audio tapes will preserve the legacy of a former north Mississippi lawmaker. “Sam Lumpkin was both at one time Speaker of the house, and Lieutenant governor and so he is…

New Year Means New Sheriff, Supervisors, And Tax Assessor In Oktibbeha County
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Oktibbeha County Swears In elected officials

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STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County government swore in over a dozen new and returning officials. “It’s all about serving.” James Kitchens is the Senior Circuit Court Judge of the 16th District. He says everyone who raised their hand to take an oath, shares a deep admiration for Oktibbeha County. “These folks, they love this county and this community…