Improvements Are Happening In Different Areas Of Starkville
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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
Joey Barnes,

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
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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.
Grace Brister,

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…

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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.
Kealy Shields,

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…

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MUW students crossed the stage going from student to graduate

Joey Barnes,

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…

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A Starkville native gives back to community through her food

Minnie Fox has been giving back to her community for years
Joey Barnes,

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…

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Emergency responders in Tupelo add a new truck for rescue missions

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Chick-Fil-A back-to-school drive with free treats

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Columbus Police’s newly re-formed SWAT team began its first phase of training

Eric Lampkin,

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…

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Macon Police are searching for answers following a fast food restaurant shooting

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Plantersville puts the call out for Farmer’s Market vendors

Location is a bonus for vendors, passers-by, and the town.
Allie Martin,

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…

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Oktibbeha County community faces teen violence turned fatal

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Macon Police Department hosts school supply drive

Joey Barnes,

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….

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Governor candidates hit the stage at Neshoba County Fair

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Columbus looks at next steps in revitalizing Propst Park

Eric Lampkin,

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…

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Columbus city leaders take to streets to best decide how to fix them

Eric Lampkin,

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…

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Lowndes County Tax Collector candidates speak to Exchange Club

Joey Barnes,

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…

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Driver remains in hospital after crash in downtown Columbus

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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…

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Inmates at Chickasaw Regional Correctional Facility earn theology degrees

The intensive three year program also teaches life skills that can be used in the real world
Allie Martin,

CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A group of inmates at a regional jail achieved a milestone when they recently earned theology degrees. When Jeremy Ray came to the Chickasaw Regional Correctional Facility, he said he was looking for opportunities to go deeper in his faith. “I got saved in 2012, after being in prison for two years, when I transferred…

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Pickens County native overcomes barrier to play golf at MUW

Caleb Jennings felt that he had the skills to play college golf and the drive, but he needed the opportunity to showcase his talents.
Grace Brister,

REFORM, Ala. (WCBI) – For most college athletes, the journey begins by excelling on their high school team and moving up to the next level, but a golfing commit at Mississippi University for Women had to find a different route. The Pickens County native couldn’t play on his high school Golf team, not because he wasn’t good enough, but because…

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Yokohama Tire Manufacturing prepares leaders of tomorrow

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GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Yokohama Tire Manufacturing believes the best experiences are paid and hands-on. Over 300 high school students applied for the West Point plant’s ITIRE summer program but only 35 applicants made it in, representing 13 high schools.. ITIRE stands for Increasing Talented Innovators through Real Experiences. The program was designed to show students the career fields…

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Republican candidates go head-to-head for Lieutenant Governor race

Kealy Shields,

NESHOBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Neshoba County Fair is known for serving up some spicy politics along with the fair food favorites. The Lieutenant Governor’s Race was on the menu. Current Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann and State Senator Chris McDaniel went head-to-head in Founders Square. With primary elections less than two weeks away, the Republican Candidates were not holding…