COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) The Columbus Lowndes Public Library held a writing to heal class. At this class, those who attended were able to express how they felt through writing. The class focused on making sure people shared what they were feeling in their minds, bodies, and inner thoughts. Community Engagement Coordinator of the Columbus Lowndes Public Library Melissa Duncan Thomas…
WEST POINT, Miss., (WCBI) The rise in the rate of infant mortality has caused the Mississippi State Department of Health to declare a public health emergency. That has the department working with residents, elected officials, and community leaders to find solutions. With maternal and infant mortality reaching a ten-year high, the Mississippi Department of Health is looking for input on…
NORTH MISSISSIPPI. (WCBI) According to the Tombigbee Electric Power Association, a pole was knocked down in Guntown. Lineman said, they are investigating the cause of the outage in Verona, and crews are working on downed lines in Nettleton and Union. Power has been restored in Piomingo. The Tombigbee Electric Power Association said, it appreciates your patience as linemen work to…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) Rommie Essex was last seen on February 19, 2019, walking near the Pines Apartments. It is reported that the man called for a cab, and when it arrive, the driver was not able to find him. The missing man called his daughter the night before he disapperared, and told her he believed someone was trying to break…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On Saturday afternoon just before 1:00, The Rural Hill and Becker-Athens Fire departments responded to a call about a brush and woods fire. The fire was located on Boyd Lane. No injuries were reported. Monroe County Fire Services told WCBI, the fire started as a controlled burn that got out of hand. For 24/7 news and…
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On Friday morning around 3:45, Derma, Calhoun City, Big Creek, and Sabougla Fire Departments responded a call about a structure fire. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy fire coming out of the roof. According to the Sabougla Volunteer Fire Department, no one was injured. The cause of the fire has not been determined. The home was…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Young people in Starkville are learning valuable skills they’ll need when they get older. The Safe Place Foundation Inc. hosted its Life Skills Training Day. Young people from ages 10-19 had a chance to learn some practical skills that will help them in the future. The Safe Place Foundation Inc. brought its 2nd Life Skills Training…
NORTH MISSISSIPPI. (WCBI) According to the 4 County Electric Power Association, there have been a number of reports of power outages. Linemen with the 4 County Electric Power Association said, they will work as quickly as possible to get all power restored. If you need to report a power outage, you are asked to call 800-431-1544, or use the online…
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On February 22nd, firefighters contained a 324-acre wildfire in Jefferson Davis County. The fire was located just off of Lucas Warner Road. To battle the blazes, two dozer crews were used and aerial support were used. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Local News, News Team Tags: 324 acre, blazes, fire, Jefferson…
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On Wednesday afternoon around 4:57, the Sabougla Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call to help the Derma Fire Department with a couple of brush fires. Brush truck 108 from station three responded to the call. The Sabougla Volunteer Fire Department tells WCBI; no one was injured. The cause of those brush fires has not been…
GREENWOOD, Miss. (WCBI) Fifteen year old Ty’Kwon Smith-Sims was last seen on February 15, 2021. Smith-Sims was dealing with extreme anxiety on the day of his disappearance. His mother took him to the Greenwood-Leflore Hospital for treatment. When they arrived at the hospital, the teenager ran towards the river near the hospital. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X….
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Officers said most of the incidents happened at Lakeside Place Apartments and in the cross gates subdivision. In all, eighteen auto burglaries and two stolen vehicles were reported. one of the cars was recovered shortly after it was taken. Police said none of the vehicles showed signs of forced entry. The department is reminding drivers to follow…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) This may be bare now, but it will soon make the perfect spot for a shopping spree. “We are very excited.” said Mayor Phil Goodwin, town of Smithville. City leaders and Freshly’s market workers in Aberdeen, came together to hold a town hall meeting to discuss the plans for building the new Freshly’s Market in Smithville….
Students at an elementary school in West Point wrapped up a nationwide literacy campaign, with music, dancing, and of course, reading. Allie Martin was at South Side Elementary and showed us how students and teachers celebrated the final day of “Read Across America Week”.
The organizations are using the money to build a high tunnel/hoop house that will allow them to grow vegetables and other produce year-round.
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Emmanuel Williams about their new Blue Bell ice cream flavor.
In recent years, independent pharmacies across Mississippi like Chris’ Pharmacy in Columbus say they’ve been short-changed by their benefit managers–forcing some to close.
Louisville Fire Chief Robert Hutto is devastated about hearing the news of the tier five bill dying in this year’s legislative session.
The Exchange Club of Columbus Hosted its 2025-2026 Youth of the Year and Accepting the Challenge of Excellence Awards Luncheon.
There will be two public hearings addressing the proposed ordinance. Those will be March 17th and April 7th at Starkville City Hall.
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Rev. Eddie Longstreet and Dr. Stan McCrary about the upcoming minister training
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Queen Cullens and Lathomas McClelland about the upcoming Black Walls Street Expo
Today Dr. Karen Emerson, and her guest Hazel, discuss what to do if your dog is in a car accident.
A Mississippi chapter of The Arc shared concerns about possible Medicaid reductions and new education bills