Techbyte (Vacation)-07/28/23
Categories: FEATURES-APP, TechByte
Starkville Mayor asks residents for patience as crews are making improvements throughout the city
Starkville Mayor Lynn Spruill says although the work being done may have a slight inconvenience for drivers now it will make for a better Starkville in the future.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Things may not look the best in certain parts of Starkville as workers are making improvements throughout the city. Many have seen that certain portions of downtown Starkville are blocked off as crews are redoing the roads and what’s under them. There’s also power line work being done on Reed Road. Starkville Mayor Lynn Spruill says although…
Georgia man arrest in high speed Pickens County chase
Hood was caught driving 93 miles per hour in a 65 on Highway 82, seven miles from the state line.
PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – A Georgia man who led officers on a high-speed chase through Pickens County will serve six months in jail. Oct. 2, 2022, Fredrick Hood Jr. refused to pull over during a traffic stop, leading officers on a dangerous chase more than 20 miles through Pickens County. Hood was caught driving 93 miles per hour in…
Improvements are happening in different areas of Starkville
Things may not look the best in certain parts of Starkville as workers are making improvements throughout the city
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Things may not look the best in certain parts of Starkville as workers are making improvements throughout the city. Many have seen that certain portions of downtown Starkville are blocked off as crews are redoing the roads and what’s under them. There’s also power line work being done on Reed Road. Starkville Mayor Lynn Spruill says although…
Auto burglaries are the most common felony in Starkville
It is not because thieves are breaking in but because people are simply not locking the car door.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It only takes a few simple steps to make sure your is in the same place you left at all times. If you’re not careful, you could fall victim to an auto burglary. Josh Horton at the Starkville Police Department said it is a crime of opportunity. “Generally what will happen, is someone will just walk…
Amory gym owner speaks out about controversial social media post
A gym in Amory is under fire after a social media post went viral for body-shaming some of its members.
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – A gym in Amory is under fire after a social media post went viral for body-shaming some of its members. The Facebook post under the name Muscle Maxx Gym featured a 20th-anniversary t-shirt. The post stated, “If you are a fat person, we ask that you do not ask for a shirt. The truth is we…
MUW students crossed the stage going from student to graduate
COLUMUBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Americans are feeling good about the country’s economic future–according to a key measure out today. And Summer graduates at Mississippi University for Women are feeling good about the job market. After graduation, most people’s next quest is maneuvering into the job market. Well, some students believe the job market is wide open, and so are their…
A Starkville native gives back to community through her food
Minnie Fox has been giving back to her community for years
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- A Starkville woman has been feeding the community for over a decade out of the kindness of her heart. Minnie Fox has been giving back to her community for years. The 76-year-old chef hosts dozens outside her home to eat a meal each year. Fox worked as a cook at the Oktibbeha County Jail, and that’s where…
Emergency responders in Tupelo add a new truck for rescue missions
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- The Tupelo Fire Department and North Mississippi Medical Center have new emergency vehicles to answer medical calls. NMMC Emergency Services has new ambulances that feature a new design, along with state-of-the-art medical equipment, and a device called a “power load” that helps crews put stretchers in the ambulance. The fire department has a “Sprint Vehicle” which is…
Chick-Fil-A back-to-school drive with free treats
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Chick-fil-a is serving up more than nuggets this week. The restaurant hosted a back-to-school drive and asked the community to donate different items each day to receive a free treat. This is the second year the fast-food chain has done this for the Lowndes County area. An employee member says this is just one to show their…
Man sentenced 30 years for drive-by shooting while receiving plea deal for robbery
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI)- A drive-by shooting incident in Starkville has now resulted in a 30-year sentence for one man connected to the crime. Antonio Roland, who was 17 at the time of the incident and his arrest, will spend three decades in prison for his involvement. The incident occurred on April 20th, 2021 at McKee Park. Witnesses said the…
Columbus Police’s newly re-formed SWAT team began its first phase of training
MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN, Miss. (WCBI)- The nationwide rise in mass shootings has the Columbus Police Department reviving a special unit. This week, the department’s newly re-formed SWAT team began its first phase of training. Friday, members were conducting drills on the Missississippi University for Women campus. The W allowed CPD to use some of its vacant buildings to provide…
Macon Police are searching for answers following a fast food restaurant shooting
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Macon police hope the public can help them find a gunman. The shooting happened Tuesday night at Bumpers, a fast-food restaurant, on South Jefferson Street. Surveillance video from nearby caught part of the incident. In the video, can see several guys running through the parking lot of a store after the shooting. Witnesses told officers there was…
Biased viral post seems to have originated from Amory fitness center
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Facebook post representing Muscle Maxx Gym in Amory appeared to be unapologetic, stating: “If you are a fat person, we ask that you do not ask for a shirt. The honest truth is we do not want you representing us in public.” The page then commented and stated that the post was directed to a…
Plantersville puts the call out for Farmer’s Market vendors
Location is a bonus for vendors, passers-by, and the town.
PLANTERSVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Farmer’s Markets are a popular way to get locally grown food to the public, and one Lee County town is organizing its own. The Town of Plantersville is putting the call out for vendors to sell homemade and homegrown goods. Several times a week, Plantersville Court Clerk Becky McMillan said people doing business at the town…
Oktibbeha County community faces teen violence turned fatal
OKTIBBEHA, Miss. (WCBI) – Teen violence is a nationwide problem, and it’s one that hit the Sunset Community in Oktibbeha County hard. The fatal shooting of Tristian Calmes Wednesday morning has affected the lives of two teens. One teen lost his life, and another could end up spending years of his life in jail. “Deputies responded, got there, and found…
Macon Police Department hosts school supply drive
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – On top of keeping its community safe, the Macon Police Department made sure students went back to school with the necessary school supplies. School gear, face painting, and refreshments were all available at the Back to School Supply Giveaway, located at the police department. The agency actually partnered with the city to make this drive possible….
Governor candidates hit the stage at Neshoba County Fair
NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The only thing hotter than the weather this week has been the campaign rhetoric coming out of the Pavillion at the Neshoba County Fair. Chanting and strong beliefs could be heard at the Neshoba County Fair Thursday morning. Democratic candidate Brandon Presley felt the state needs to clean up some things. “My message for cleaning…
Columbus looks at next steps in revitalizing Propst Park
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The City of Columbus is looking at its next steps in revitalizing its premier park. At a work session, the mayor and City Council heard an update from the consulting group they’ve contracted with to negotiate a $3 million bond issue for park improvements. One hurdle the consultants would like to see cleared is the completion…
Columbus city leaders take to streets to best decide how to fix them
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI0 – Columbus city leaders have been taking to the streets to best decide how to fix them. The city has about $7 million set aside for street repairs. The city’s engineer has been driving the city and surveying problem areas. He will be meeting one-on-one with City Council members to work out a list of priorities. Special…
Lowndes County Tax Collector candidates speak to Exchange Club
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Tax Collector candidates share their message with voters. The three women spoke to the Exchange Club of Columbus. Maci Griffin Jones, Diane Whaley Stephens, and Kalee Huddleston Talley are all on the Republican ticket. There is no Democratic challenger. This will be the first election for the Tax Collector position in Lowndes County. The…
Driver remains in hospital after crash in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The driver of a pickup truck remains in the hospital at this hour after his truck was hit head-on Wednesday night. This is what remains of a police chase that ended in downtown Columbus at the intersection of Main and 5th Street. The Mississippi Highway Patrol attempted to pull over a truck, reportedly driven by 22-year-old…