Mississippi’s unemployment rate hit a new record low
Governor Tate Reeves says this is because the state is making record investments in Mississippians and creating thousands of high-paying jobs around the state.
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi’s unemployment rate hit a new record low for the third consecutive month. The month of May’s 3.2% unemployment rate marks the third consecutive month that Mississippi set a new record low. Governor Tate Reeves says this is because the state is making record investments in Mississippians and creating thousands of high-paying jobs around the state….
The first Black land-grant university held a fundraising event in Tupelo
Founded in 1871, Alcorn State is the second state-supported school in Mississippi.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The first Black land-grant university in the nation held a fundraising event in Tupelo on June 17. Alcorn State University held its second annual walk, Run and Roll 5K Race for Scholars, at Fair Park to raise money for scholarships for students from Northeast Mississippi. Founded in 1871, Alcorn State is the second state-supported school in…
Columbus woman is facing charges in Tupelo for allegedly trying to deposit fraudulent checks
Her bond was set at $10,000
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Jaronica Jackson of Columbus is facing charges in Tupelo for allegedly trying to deposit fraudulent checks. Jackson, 24, i9s charged with False Pretense. Tupelo Police served the warrant Thursday, June 15. The alleged crime happened in 2022 when investigators say Jackson deposited fraudulent checks at a bank in Tupelo. Her bond was set at $10,000. The…
Local artist looks to carry on legacy of classic country singer
Over Jessica Horton's music career, she has taken on several roles, but many know her for her similar looks and vocals to Patsy Cline.
VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – Over Jessica Horton’s music career, she has taken on several roles, but many know her for her similar looks and vocals to Patsy Cline. Horton gave radio listeners a blast from the past Saturday morning as she performed some of the country artist’s biggest hits. Horton will tell you she’s loved Patsy Cline since she was…
Award winning Elvis Tribute Artist is also a veteran of the Broadway stage
Pat Dunn uses his theatrical training when he takes the stage as Elvis
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The Tupelo Elvis Festival is in the books and one of the highlights were performances from some of the worlds top Elvis Tribute Artists. There were many champions from past contests on stage, but one performer is also at home on Broadway, in some top roles. Pat Dunn is well known in the world of Elvis…
Columbus Municipal School District host groundbreaking ceremony
A historic school in Columbus will be restored through a major renovation
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A historic school in Columbus will be restored through a major renovation. The Columbus Municipal School District hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the old Hunt High School. In February 2019, an EF3 tornado ripped through the campus and it was ruled a total loss. On June 16, people gathered on this campus to witness the start…
D.A.R.E. Camp teaches children valuable life lessons while keeping fun
The camp is organized by the Lee County Sheriff's Office
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It is the season for summer camps, and participants at one camp are learning how to make wise choices while getting to know those who protect and serve. Zalla McCaffrey came to D.A.R.E. Camp as a student, and for the past three years, the 17-year-old Saltillo High Senior has been a leader. “I really enjoy…
Two area sheriffs were publicly threatened by citizens in their counties
In the past two weeks, there have been two instances of people publicly threatening area sheriffs
NORTH MISSISSIPPI, Miss. (WCBI) – Threats to law enforcement aren’t uncommon. In the past two weeks, there have been two instances of people publicly threatening area sheriffs. They said when threats come in, to them or anyone within their department or the community, they have to take them very seriously for their safety and the public’s. Threats to law enforcement…
Juneteenth organizers want to make celebration entertaining, educational
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Communities across the country are celebrating Juneteenth this weekend with festivals, concerts, and other special events. The celebration in Starkville kicked off Wednesday. Organizers said the mission was to make it one that is entertaining, educational, and inclusive. Before the time of technology, information took quite some time to spread around. As for enslaved African Americans,…
Couple arrested for allegedly filing fake disaster relief claims in Monroe Co.
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A couple in Monroe County was accused of filing bogus disaster claims where they do not live. Jason and Carole Coffey were charged with two counts of felony false pretense. Sheriff Kevin Crook said the couple came to the area in April, following the March tornado disaster. Investigators believed the couple filed fraudulent claims with…
Former Neshoba County CO arrested, accused of having sex with inmates
NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Louisville man was accused of having sex with inmates at his job in Neshoba County. 47-year-old Randal Prince was charged with three counts of sexual activity between correctional personnel and prisoners. In a press release, Sheriff Eric Clark said the jail administrator received a tip from an inmate about the relations happening behind bars….
Starkville police make arrest in shooting investigation
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville police made an arrest in a shooting investigation. 21-year-old Cameron Roby of Shuqualak was charged with aggravated assault. Investigators say the shooting happened early Thursday morning at the intersection of Highway 12 and Louisville Street. Before the gunfire started, SPD says there was an argument at Westside Market. A vehicle was damaged by bullets but…
Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at record low
ALABAMA (WCBI) – Alabama’s unemployment holds steady at a record low but locally the numbers are climbing. For the state, the seasonally adjusted rate for May remains at 2.2%. That’s the same number as it was in April. The new set of data shows 51,000 people in the state are unemployed, which is a record low. It also shows more…