Winter Weather Affects Abundance Of Ducks In Mississippi
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Winter weather affects abundance of ducks in Mississippi

The El Nino year producing a cold and wet winter had hunters and watchers optimistic for the coming season.
Grace Brister,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – “Where are all the ducks?” That’s a question James Callicutt deals with from hunters and birders in Mississippi by the year. Callicutt is a Mississippi State University Extension Service instructor specializing in waterfowl and wetlands ecology. He says data shows duck abundance in the southeastern U.S. is well below average. The El Nino year producing a cold…

Rowdy Hoops: Shooting Hoops For A Good Cause
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Rowdy Hoops: Shooting hoops for a good cause

The Rowdy Foundation held their annual Rowdy Hoops game today at Heritage Academy.
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)-  Heritage Academy seniors shot some hoops for a good cause. The Rowdy Foundation held their annual Rowdy Hoops game today at Heritage Academy. Kids were learning the basics of basketball with the senior class of Heritage Academy on Saturday. Rowdy Hoops is an event that allows children with special needs to play basketball with high school students…

Person Hit By Vehicle On Hwy 45 In Tupelo
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Person hit by vehicle on Hwy 45 in Tupelo

Around 9:00PM Tupelo Police Officers responded to the area of Hwy 45 near Eason Blvd.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A person was hit by a vehicle on Hwy 45 in Tupelo. Around 9:00 p.m. Tupelo Police Officers responded to the area of Hwy 45 near Eason Blvd. Once there, officers located a deceased male. The driver and vehicle, which was possibly a black Toyota Camry with a Chickasaw County tag, have not been located. This…

Lcso Warns Of Scammers Claiming To Be Law Enforcement
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LCSO warns of scammers claiming to be law enforcement

The scammers have used false claims of outstanding warrants in attempts to trick people into making electronic payments or providing credit card information.
Grace Brister,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department wants you to be aware of a scam that is impacting the area. Telephone scammers are falsely claiming to be law enforcement and have called several residents in Lowndes County. The scammers have used false claims of outstanding warrants in attempts to trick people into making electronic payments or providing…

Local Furniture Companies Are Looking For Workers
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Local furniture companies are looking for workers

Earlier this week Omega Motion announced the Saltillo plant would be closed in the next few months. That should impact around 130 workers.
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The president of the Community Development Foundation says there should be many job opportunities for employees at a Lee County furniture maker that is closing the local plant. Earlier this week Omega Motion announced the Saltillo plant would be closed in the next few months. That should impact around 130 workers. The move is part of…

Starkville Hosts 39th Annual "frostbite" Run/walk
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Starkville hosts 39th annual “Frostbite” run/walk

This year's race will benefit a national charity based in Starkville, called the "Catch A Dream Foundation."
Khamari Haymer,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Some ran. Some walked. This year’s Frostbite in Starkville saw runners on their mark early Saturday morning, with their eyes on the finish line. Run Coordinator Brad Jones, said this race is for seasoned runners and beginners. “We got our 39th annual frostbite race, it’s a marathon, a 10k, a 5k and so it has something…

Starkville Police Are Investigating An Early Morning Of Shots Fired
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Starkville police are investigating an early morning of shots fired

Starkville PD says citizens should be aware of a higher officer presence in the area.
Grace Brister,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department received a call around 1:11 a.m. on Jan. 27 of a disturbance involving shots fired in the area of University Drive and Hartness Street. No injuries were reported. Starkville PD says citizens should be aware of a higher officer presence in the area. Officers are actively investigating the situation. For 24/7 news…

Silver Alert Issued For Brookhaven Man
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Silver Alert issued for Brookhaven man

James Matthew Roberts of Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, was last seen on Thursday, January 25, at about 8:00 a.m. in the 2700 block of Lee Dr. in Lincoln County, driving on US84.
Grace Brister,

BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Brookhaven Police Department. James Matthew Roberts of Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, was last seen on Thursday, January 25, at about 8:00 a.m. in the 2700 block of Lee Dr. in Lincoln County, driving on US84. James Matthew Roberts was last seen driving…

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Oxford Police officer recognized for actions that saved a life

Officers statewide will receive Crisis Intervention Teams training, to help those dealing with a mental health crisis
Allie Martin,

OXFORD, MISS. (WCBI) – Mississippi Department of Mental Health Executive Director Wendy Bailey wanted to present this certificate in person, to Oxford Police Officer Roman Sones. “Here is a person alive today because the officer had been trained in CIT, and knew techniques,” Bailey said. Officer Sones went through the Crisis Intervention Teams training within the past six months.  It…

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Community hosts balloon release in memory of Gabe Tipton

Kealy Shields,

HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI) – Balloons filled the sky in Hamilton as dozens of people came together to celebrate the life of 22-year-old Gabe Tipton. Family and friends gathered during this difficult time to speak about Tipton’s impact on their lives and shared scriptures of their faith. One speaker even mentioned putting an end to gun violence. Tipton was killed in a…

Proposed ordinance would add extra security in Starkville
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Proposed ordinance would add extra security in Starkville

If the ordinance passes current businesses that meet the requirements would have a year to install the cameras.
Kealy Shields,

A new ordinance in Starkville would require some retail stores and businesses to meet certain security requirements. Mayor Lynn Spruill’s proposal is to ensure the safety and security of what some city cameras may not see.