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, 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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, 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 (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…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Juneteenth Celebration for Tupelo has been postponed because of expected bad weather. Organizers said the parade will take place Saturday at 1, starting at the CC Agustus Center. But all other activities have been rescheduled for July 1. Vendors are still welcome to apply for a spot at the event, which will include music, food,…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Recovery continues in north Mississippi after the deadly March tornadoes. Now, FEMA wants survivors to know who will be calling them. Applicants for FEMA assistance could receive a call or text message from a number they do not recognize. It is important to respond and also make sure you are talking with a FEMA employee. If you…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District’s Board of Trustees appointed a new superintendent. Dr. Howard Savage, Jr., will serve as the district’s next Superintendent of Education. The board voted him in during its meeting on June 14. Savage will fill the position following the retirement of Dr. Teresa Jackson on June 30. He served two years…
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Derma man was accused of threatening to kill the Calhoun County sheriff and county prosecutor. 40-year-old Gary Howell was charged with two counts of making terroristic threats. Sheriff Greg Pollan said Howell sent several threatening text messages to someone he thought was the sheriff. County Prosecutor Tina Scott was also allegedly named in the…