Back to school: Things students need to remember when leaving home

With returning students, many things easily be forgotten. Some simple tasks and reminders can put everyone at peace of mind, and for parents to have peace of mind their child is safe.

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Classes at Mississippi State University start next week and many students will be jumping into a whole new time in their lives. For many of the students, it may be their first time leaving the nest. Even with returning students, many things easily be forgotten. Some simple tasks and reminders can put everyone at peace of…

Explained: What are Primary Elections, how do they work?

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – It’s primary election day. Election officials said turnout is typically low for primary elections, and that could be because the primary process can be a confusing one. It’s decision day for party primaries in state and county-wide races. The primary election narrows the field to just one candidate in each party. What that means for votes is…

Golden Triangle Development LINK plans to expand office

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The business of attracting business in the Golden Triangle has been good, and the Golden Triangle Development LINK planning an expansion. The LINK’s new offices will be at the Golden Triangle Regional Airport, putting them closer to the industries they’ve been working with over the years. Site selection is a big part of Golden Triangle Development…

Tupelo’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist champ sets sights on Memphis

Jesse Aron will represent Elvis' birthplace during Elvis Week at Graceland

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – This week marks the beginning of a celebration honoring the life and legacy of Elvis Presley. One of the highlights of Elvis Week in Memphis is the Ultimate Tribute Artist competition, where a grand champion will be crowned. The singer’s birthplace has a strong track record in the contest, and this year’s Tupelo ETA has been…

Rain soaks boxes but not spirits as MUW students move onto campus

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – This is the ideal move-in day at the Mississippi University for Women: sunny and hot with a slight breeze. Instead, this is what students experienced moving in at the W today. With gloomy weather making its debut for the week, Director of Housing and Residence Life, Andrew Moneymaker, encouraged students to be patient. “Especially today with…

Increasing numbers: Women continue to rise in manufacturing industry

GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – They are caregivers, entrepreneurs, and bosses, and you see them in increasing numbers in manufacturing settings. According to the U.S. Census and Bureau data, about 30% of women make up the manufacturing industry. From production line workers to engineers, and managers, women are finding a place in the field. Senior Supervisor in Mixing at Yokohama,…

County governments prepare for Primary Election Day

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Candidates have been on the campaign trail for months, and your TV and radio have been buzzing with ads. It’s an election year in Mississippi. Statewide and County offices are on the ballot, and August 8 is the first real test. Lowndes County Circuit Clerk Teresa Barksdale said the county is kicking election preparation into high gear….

Mississippi State band camp is back and larger this year

It's time to crank up the tunes for band students at Mississippi State

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s time to crank up the tunes for band students at Mississippi State. Band camp kicked off Monday for the Bulldogs and goes on all week. Just like the Bulldogs Football team, the Famous Maroon Band has to put in time on the practice field before they hit Davis Wade Stadium for the first time on…

Columbus woman gives back to local humane society

Vanessa Poteet jumped on the oppurtunity to give back to her community by helping them out.

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus Lowndes Humane Society was in desperate need of cat food. Vanessa Poteet jumped on the opportunity to give back to her community by helping them out. She shared a post on a local Columbus Facebook page, and within 20 minutes she had around $210  in donations from the community. She grabbed every bag on…