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Local Circuit Clerk offices look to register last minute voters

Monday, July 10, is the deadline to register to vote at your circuit clerks' offices
Kealy Shields,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Circuit Clerk Offices around the state were busy getting those last-minute voter registrations this weekend. Offices were open from 8 a.m. to noon this Saturday. Monday, July 10, is the deadline to register to vote at your circuit clerks’ offices. Mail-in voter registration applications must be postmarked no last than that date. Clay County Circuit…

Tupelo Man Arrested For A Misdemeanor Warrant And Possession Of A Firearm By A Convicted Felon
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Tupelo man is arrested after a traffic stop for multiple charges

These charges will be presented to the Lee County Grand Jury.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – On July 3, Tupelo Police Department Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of South Thomas Street. During the stop, Martinas Cummings, 51, was arrested for a misdemeanor warrant and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. On July 5, Tupelo Municipal Court Judge Sumner set the bond at $3,500. These charges will be…

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Amory Humane Society works to move forward after March tornadoes

The new temporary location is on private property, and the public is not allowed on site for the animal's safety.
Grace Brister,

AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – The city of Amory is rebuilding. The March 24, EF3 tornado damaged homes, businesses, and even the animal shelter. Now, workers are hoping to move forward. “It’s just a new light for us,” said Amory Humane Society Executive Director Misty Daniels. “I think it’s a wonderful opportunity to be able to build a relationship with these…

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Former Mississippi State women’s basketball coach dies at 51

Mary Carroll Sullivan,

MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – Former Mississippi State women’s basketball coach Nikki McCray-Penson has died at the age of 51. McCray-Penson served as the Bulldogs coach for the 2020-2021 season and lead them to a 10 and 9 record that year. She played at Tennessee before playing professionally for six different teams, becoming a three-time WNBA all-star and being inducted…

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4-County Electric Power Association shares tips on managing energy cost

Hot and humid weather is inevitable, but that does not mean high electric bills have to be
Grace Brister,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Here in the Southeast, hot and humid weather is inevitable, but that does not mean high electric bills have to be. Jon Turner at 4-County Electric Power Association said managing energy costs when temperatures rise is for personal benefit. “Lower energy cost equals a lower bill,” Turner said. “In the bigger picture, the more we…

Columbus City Leaders Vote To Adopt New Nepotism Policy For Police Dept
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New nepotism policy allows room for law enforcement legacies to form

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Recently, we reported on fathers serving in law enforcement having the opportunity to induct their children into the profession as well. A change in city policy will now allow for generations to serve together in the Columbus Police Department. Columbus City Attorney Jeff Turnage said the city’s former policy concerning nepotism limited recruitment efforts. “It prohibited…

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Former Alabama tight end reunited years laters with legendary memento

Jim Simmons's prized ring went from Greenville to Monticello, Arkansas, before finding its way back
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A northeast Mississippi man is reunited with a memento from his days when he played for the University of Alabama, under legendary coach Bear Bryant. This is a story more than fifty years in the making. It was 1971 and the Alabama Crimson Tide had just started using the wishbone offense under Coach Bear Bryant. That…

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Lowndes County Jail feels weight of mental health crisis

Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The duties of law enforcement are going beyond the usual as they are often faced with dealing with mental health crises within the community. Mississippi Today reported that, on average, 25 inmates are sitting in jail waiting for beds to open up at state mental hospitals. And while that is a temporary solution to get…

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Local politician celebrated for his years of service to Starkville

At Wednesday night's board meeting Starkville board of aldermen approved a resolution making July 6, 2023, Roy A. Perkins Day in Starkville
Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Local politics can be a fickle business. The population of a district or ward can change over time, and so can residents’ attitudes. Getting re-elected isn’t a sure thing. At Wednesday night’s board meeting, the Starkville Board of Aldermen approved a resolution making July 6 Roy A. Perkins Day in Starkville. “I am in this job…

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Local service organization to host benefit for children in foster care

Aundrea Self,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A service organization in Columbus is throwing a big party to benefit a special Christmas project. The Community Benefit Committee is hosting its annual “Party with a Purpose” on July 28. The group has adopted all of the children in the foster system in Lowndes County and several from the Columbus and Lowndes County School…

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Finish line remains distant for Financial Concepts’ downtown project

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Rooted in the downtown community, Financial Concepts celebrated its 35th anniversary. Hoping to expand, in 2021, the company purchased the lot where the Gilmer Inn use to sit to build a new office building. Columbus City Council decided the designs for the construction of the new building have to be approved by both the Columbus Preservation…

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Traffic stop leads Carroll County deputies to drug arrest

Eric Lampkin,

CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A traffic stop in Carroll County landed a Greenwood man in jail. On Wednesday, Carroll County deputies pulled over a green SUV in Carrollton. After questioning the driver and the passenger, the deputies were given consent to search the vehicle. They also searched the driver, Recardo Reed of Greenwood, and reportedly found a clear bag…

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MedStat begins contract with OCH Regional Medical Center

As of last Friday, you may have noticed a change to the ambulances in Oktibbeha County. MedStat officially started its contract with OCH Regional Medical Center.
Kealy Shields,

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been a month since the CEO and administrator for OCH Regional Medical Center went to the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors to inform them of their decision to contract with Global Medical Response to provide Emergency Medical Services. As of last Friday, you may have noticed a change to the ambulances in Oktibbeha County…

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Plantersville’s animal control officer honored during recent MML conference

Officer Jason Lessel gets the public safety award for his efforts at reducing stray dogs through a registration program
Allie Martin,

PLANTERSVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Less than two years after starting the animal control department in Plantersville, Officer Jason Lessel was recognized by his peers during the recent MML conference. “I was surprised, but honored,” Lessel said. Lessel has been a police officer with Plantersville for six years but saw a need for an animal control officer to help deal with…