Online shopping has made it so easy to check off your holiday gift list, but this year, maybe you should consider supporting local shops.
LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A call about a domestic disturbance turned into a death investigation in Lafayette County. On Nov. 23, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office took into custody Kylan Phillips in connection with the incident on County Road 181 which was a call about a domestic disturbance. Bailey Mae Reed, a 21-year-old female was pronounced deceased on scene…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -“Be a part of the Spoon Hub where everyone has a seat at the table,” said Crystal Cunningham, the co-owner of the Spoon Hub which is a small business networking tool for black entrepreneurs. She and a few other business owners put on the Holiday Pop-In Market at the Columbus Arts Council Center. With over 50 vendors…
WILKINSON, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Wilkinson Sheriff’s Department. Lynterrion Dante Clark of Centerville, Mississippi, was last seen on Tuesday, Nov. 21, at about 12:40 p.m. in the area of Centerville Motors in Wilkinson County. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and jeans. Family members…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – One week from today, hundreds of Northeast Mississippians will be running the streets of Memphis, as part of the annual St Jude Marathon. One of those participants is a 19-year-old Tupelo man, who has been a St Jude patient his entire life. “I have to do this on my own,” said Jorden Daniel, who has always…
Lowndes County District Three volunteer firefighters spent much of Friday evening battling an enormous blaze.
It is called the most important day of the year for retailers, and Black Friday brought shoppers out early, looking for those deals.
A local singer-songwriter is getting some major recognition for his work. Mathiston native, Matt Lomax has always loved music, and recently, the music business was returning some of that love.
A Louisville shooting suspect will have his charges upgraded after a teenager died this week. Diovion Crosby was arrested at about 6:30 a.m. on November 20 on Highway 14 East and charged with attempted murder.
Decorating the Christmas Tree the day after Thanksgiving is a tradition for many, but most of us don’t need a firetruck to get it done.
It may not have been the mad rush of years past, but stores and parking lots across the viewing area were packed.
The Elks Lodge sponsored the Thanksgiving Feed the People Campaign to continue the legacy of Annie Barry.
Evan Adams is the Monroe County Fire Coordinator. He said even though burn bans may soon be expiring, you still need to be careful when burning and stay on high alert.
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – In Tupelo, members of different churches came together, to make plate lunches for those in jails, first responders, and shut-ins. As volunteers heated up vegetables, and dressing in the kitchen at Harrisburg Baptist Church Others were on makeshift assembly lines, preparing plate lunches for inmates, staff, and shut-ins, in area jails. This is the 36th year…
STARKVILLE Miss. (WCBI)- Thanksgiving is a holiday that most people spend with their families, but not everyone has that opportunity. First United Methodist Church in Starkville hosted a Thanksgiving meal for students who needed a home for the holiday. “They are not able to really be with their families doing the holidays and this is just an opportunity to give…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 6, hosted a Thanksgiving get-together for fellow service members and their families. Attendees were able to enjoy a Thanksgiving spread and fellowship amongst other members. Treasurer Butch Mistrot said the organization looks to be a home for the holiday, but its goal is to help disabled veterans year-round. “A lot…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The holidays are here and many people will be on the hunt to find the perfect gift. While small businesses are gearing up for the busy time of year, they are also looking at ways to prevent shoplifters. Columbus business owner, Emma Newman, tries to prevent shoplifting during the holidays, by getting more hands on deck….
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The U.S. Fire Administration reported about 74% of house fires on Thanksgiving Day directly result from cooking.
United Way of Lowndes and Noxubee Counties is preparing for the busy holiday season, and the Adopt-A-Family program is one of the big projects.
He loves his Mississippi State Bulldogs so much, that Luke wanted to use his wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation to take a visit.
Dozens of people enjoyed an early Thanksgiving feast thanks to a non-profit in Starkville. The Safe Place Foundation hosted its fourth annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Peter’s Rock Family Life Center.
The City of Columbus is continuing its commitment to building up its police department and keeping officers safe.
A FedEx driver was feeling extra thankful after escaping a fire on her truck Wednesday morning in Oktibbeha County.