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Local businesses are serving up hot meals to warming shelters

With the freezing temperatures this past week, warming shelters were set up to allow the homeless a place to escape the cold.

January 20, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- With the freezing temperatures this past week, warming shelters were set up to allow the homeless a place to escape the cold. Starkville’s warming shelter was located in the FBC Warehouse and was manned by Starkville Strong for the first half of the week, who brought donations with them. “We knew the weather was going to be…

Man found dead on Highway 82 in Oktibbeha County

Twenty-two-year-old Gabriel Tipton of Aberdeen was the victim of a fatal shooting on Highway 82 around midnight last night.

January 20, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- A man was found dead on the side of Highway 82 in Oktibbeha County. Twenty-two-year-old Gabriel Tipton of Aberdeen was the victim of a fatal shooting on Highway 82 around midnight last night. Daniel Miller, 22, has been arrested in connection to the case with pending charges. Sources tell WCBI the shooting occurred inside of a…

Small businesses impacted by weather related shutdowns

Locally owned businesses feel the brunt of shutdowns and reduced hours during winter storm

January 20, 2024

Allie Martin,

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – As major roads began to thaw, more customers were bringing their vehicles into Midas in Tupelo for service. The hazardous road conditions meant a change in the normal routine for Midas. “We were closed one day, however, we have had customers in and out just not the volume we’re normally used to,” said Ronald Wswalt, chief…

Sulligent extends boil-water notice additional 24 hours

The City Manager for the West Alabama town says excessive use over the last couple of days is the reason for the alert.

January 20, 2024

Grace Brister,

SULLIGENT, Ala. (WCBI) – The town of Sulligent water customers are under a boil water notice, and it has been extended an additional 24 hours. The City Manager for the West Alabama town says excessive use over the last couple of days is the reason for the alert. This notice will continue until Monday morning. Customers should bring their water…

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January 19, 2024

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Pothole problems: Road improvements are headed to Louisville

Louisville Mayor Will Hill said the roads in the city have seen their fair share of the weather impacts.

January 19, 2024

Grace Brister,

Snow and sleet may affect your commute in obvious ways. But when the snow and ice are gone, it’s the beginning of life for potholes, and the cars on the road act like a jackhammer.

Winter storm impacts city services, schools, community college

Itawamba students won't have to make up snow and sleet days

January 19, 2024

Allie Martin,

While city offices in Fulton have been closed all week, street crews have been working to clear the main streets.

Providing care from home: Nurses prepare patients for icy weather

January 19, 2024

Kealy Shields,

Hospice and home health nurses are on call 24/7 looking to provide care to those in the comfort of their own homes even in times of inclement weather.

TVA announces location of power line project in Lee County

January 19, 2024

Joey Barnes,

The Tennessee Valley Authority has announced the location for a power line project that will help Lee County and Nettleton carry the load of increased energy demand.

Emergency repair impacts Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway traffic

January 19, 2024

Joey Barnes,

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said the Demopolis Lock closed for emergency repairs earlier this week.

MEMA reports 6th person to die in cold conditions

January 19, 2024

Joey Barnes,

A sixth person has died from the recent winter weather in Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation continued clearing roads in the northern half of the state Thursday and Friday.

Columbus police investigate shooting on Bell Avenue

January 19, 2024

Joey Barnes,

Two men were injured in a southside Columbus shooting. Police Chief Joseph Daughtry said the shooting happened about 10:30 Thursday night on Bell Avenue.

Lowndes County deputies search for knife-wielding car thief

January 19, 2024

Joey Barnes,

The armed robbery happened in the Dollar General parking lot on South Frontage Road on Thursday at about 5:30 p.m.

A Rebuild Is Expected For A Historic Church That Burned Down

Historic African American church destroyed by fire

Longtime member says St Paul UMC will continue its mission and ministry

January 19, 2024

Allie Martin,

Ward 4 Councilwoman Nettie Davis has been a member of St Paul United Methodist Church nearly all her life and says the historic African American church has a long, meaningful legacy.

Law Enforcement Present Photo Evidence Of How Dangerous The Icy Roads Are

Icy roads get the best of an ambulance, 18-wheeler, and other vehicles

January 18, 2024

Joey Barnes,

CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Local and state law enforcement agencies are urging you to avoid some roads and limit driving the rest of the week. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and Troop F of the Mississippi Highway Patrol posted some photos on their social media pages, highlighting just how dangerous and icy some streets are. Images captured an ambulance and…

Icy Roads Impact Access To Medical Supplies In Okolona

Icy Roads Impact Access to Medications in Okolona

January 18, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

OKOLONA, Miss. – Pharmacies like the one in Okolona are slowly running out of medicine. The owner says she hasn’t seen a supply truck since last week. Amira Smith owns the Okolona Pharmacy. She says medications are running low for some customers who need them the most. “Especially since we have been under this weather advisory for a week, those…

Body shops and insurance companies stay busy in winter weather

Every couple of years, we see a winter storm that comes in and causes problems for drivers.

January 18, 2024

Grace Brister,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Every couple of years, we see a winter storm that comes in and causes problems for drivers. General Manager at Bob’s Paint and Auto Body Ashley Denton says people usually tend to be more cautious when there is inclement weather, but sometimes they get too comfortable. “We’re not used to it, and we don’t have the…

Lowndes County Board Of Supervisors Are Seeking Legal Help

Lowndes County Supervisors in the market for county attorney

January 18, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

LOWNDES COUNTY. Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors are looking for some legal help. The county has been advertising for an Interim County Prosecutor. The job came open after County Prosecutor William Starks resigned to take a job with the District Attorney’s office. Supervisors will have to an appoint an Interim Prosecutor until a special election can be held in…

Former Supervisors Honored With Approved Resolution

Longtime County leaders honored

January 18, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors took some time out in their Thursday meeting to honor a trio of county leaders. The Board passed a resolution honoring recently retired Supervisors Harry Sanders and John Holliman and longtime County Engineer Bob Calvert. Sanders represented District 1 for 6 terms. Holliman spent the last 16 years representing District 3. Board…

Expectant mother, child killed in Chickasaw County crash

An expectant Chickasaw County mother and her child died after a traffic accident

January 18, 2024

Joey Barnes,

CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The ongoing winter storm claims two more lives after a crash in Chickasaw County. The Mississippi Highway Patrol says a car ran off the side of Highway 15 and hit a tree. Troopers tell WCBI that 22-year-old Heather Holt of Harris Boone, Arkansas was a passenger in that vehicle. She was flown to an Oxford hospital…

Braving the storm: Okolona gas station stays open during freeze

January 17, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

While many businesses in our viewing area have adjusted their hours due to the hazardous weather conditions, a gas station in Okolona is braving the storm.

Booked and busy: Hotel sees influx of guests with winter weather

On top of accommodating guest, the safety of their employees was a top priority.

January 17, 2024

Kealy Shields,

While the winter weather is keeping some people homebound and off from their jobs, others are finding temporary accommodations.

Winter Response Challenges For First Responders

Icy risks: Okolona emergency responders share safety insights

January 17, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

Police and fire officials in Okolona are on high alert as snow and ice make their jobs even more dangerous.

Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition provides warming center

1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Columbus

January 17, 2024

Khamari Haymer,

The Golden Triangle Regional Homeless Coalition opened its warming station for the community. The Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition will have its Columbus shelter at 1501 MLK Jr. Drive open through the weekend.

Local businesses are serving up hot meals to warming shelters

With the freezing temperatures this past week, warming shelters were set up to allow the homeless a place to escape the cold.

Man found dead on Highway 82 in Oktibbeha County

Twenty-two-year-old Gabriel Tipton of Aberdeen was the victim of a fatal shooting on Highway 82 around midnight last night.

Sulligent extends boil-water notice additional 24 hours

The City Manager for the West Alabama town says excessive use over the last couple of days is the reason for the alert.

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Pothole problems: Road improvements are headed to Louisville

Louisville Mayor Will Hill said the roads in the city have seen their fair share of the weather impacts.

Winter storm impacts city services, schools, community college

Itawamba students won't have to make up snow and sleet days

Providing care from home: Nurses prepare patients for icy weather

TVA announces location of power line project in Lee County

Emergency repair impacts Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway traffic

MEMA reports 6th person to die in cold conditions

Columbus police investigate shooting on Bell Avenue

Lowndes County deputies search for knife-wielding car thief

Historic African American church destroyed by fire

Longtime member says St Paul UMC will continue its mission and ministry

Icy roads get the best of an ambulance, 18-wheeler, and other vehicles

Icy Roads Impact Access to Medications in Okolona

Body shops and insurance companies stay busy in winter weather

Every couple of years, we see a winter storm that comes in and causes problems for drivers.

Lowndes County Supervisors in the market for county attorney

Longtime County leaders honored

Expectant mother, child killed in Chickasaw County crash

An expectant Chickasaw County mother and her child died after a traffic accident

Braving the storm: Okolona gas station stays open during freeze

Booked and busy: Hotel sees influx of guests with winter weather

On top of accommodating guest, the safety of their employees was a top priority.

Icy risks: Okolona emergency responders share safety insights

Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition provides warming center

1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Columbus

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