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Louisville resident expresses frustration after Sunday afternoon shooting

Chief Holdiness said that he, his department, and the community are bothered by the Sunday afternoon shooting.
Ansley Perkins,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Chief Holdiness said that he, his department, and the community are bothered by the Sunday afternoon shooting. It happened at the Louisville Pit Stop, known to locals as the old Blackwell’s Quik Pik. Glass and multiple markers were on the ground. The store was locked, but it didn’t take long for people who live nearby and others…

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A Louisville shooting leaves 6 people injured

6 people were hospitalized following a shooting incident in Louisville.
Joey Barnes,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Six people were hospitalized following a shooting incident in Louisville. Three of the victims were released and the other three have been airlifted to a Jackson hospital for life-threatening injuries. Louisville Police at Jones avenue and John C. Stennis avenue in the parking lot of the Blackwell store. Police chief Sean Holdiness said there are multiple suspects involved….

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Starkville held citywide pep rally before NFL finale on Sunday

Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Family, church members, and supporters of two Starkville natives who will play in the big game Sunday are already celebrating. On Saturday, dozens attended a pep rally at 16th Section Missionary Baptist Church in honor of AJ Brown and Willie Gay Jr. There was food, music, fan posters, and giveaways. State Representative Cheikh Taylor, former coaches,…

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Holliday’s Helping Hands brings new grocery store to Aberdeen

Joey Barnes,

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – A once-empty store now has a fresh new start in Aberdeen. Freshly’s Market is serving up fresh food and new job opportunities in the area. Freshly’s market has been a project in the works since the pandemic, and Mayor Charles Scott said this is a boost the community needs. “Economic greatness what Ms.Holliday has been doing…

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Columbus chief expresses frustration about shooting that injured his officer

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An early morning shooting left a Columbus police officer slightly injured after the windshield of his car was hit by gunfire. Chief Joseph Daughtry expressed his frustration about how the incident played out, but he is grateful that the officer is okay. Daughtry said he is troubled by the suspects’ disregard for human life. And he…

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Church family, community ready to support AJ Brown, Willie Gay

Aundrea Self,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Starkville natives who grew up together will line up against each other this Sunday on the football field. Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown and Chiefs linebacker Willie Gay grew up together at 16th Section Missionary Baptist Church in Starkville. Then they played on the Starkville High School 2015  championship team together. This Sunday, they’ll be…

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Program at ICC-Tupelo seeks to interest high school students in healthcare

The event features real life simulations students can't get in their classrooms
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The healthcare profession faces a shortage of workers, but a program at  ICC’s Tupelo campus is hoping to spark some interest in the field among high school students. It was a look at real-life simulations healthcare workers face every day. Juniors and seniors from twelve area schools experienced the Code Blue and Red event at ICC’s…

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Clay County Volunteer Fire Dept. receives grant for equipment, resources

Joey Barnes,

CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Clay county volunteer fire department received a grant through FEMA to get improved equipment throughout the department. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant has helped first responders obtain critically needed equipment. The department received the grant on Wednesday and department staff has high hopes for how to use the funds soon. For 24/7 news and…

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DeSoto County DA candidate asks for another candidate to be disqualified

Eric Lampkin,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – A candidate for District Attorney in DeSoto County is asking state Republican leaders to remove a candidate for Northern District Public Service Commissioner from the party’s primary ballot. Attorney Matthew Barton said Mandy Gunasekera should be disqualified from running for the office because she has not been a legal resident of the state long enough. According to…

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Columbus police officer injured after responding to shooting

Mary Carroll Sullivan,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus police officer was injured after the windshield of his car is shot out early this morning. The shooting happened near 14th Avenue North and Railroad Street at about 12:45 a.m. This video at the scene was originally posted on the Columbus, Mississippi Watch and Information Facebook Page. Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry said two…

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Man in Pontotoc faces child sex crime charges in Oxford

Joey Barnes,

OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – A Pontotoc man is facing child sex crime charges in Oxford. 26-year-old Jamar Brown is charged with sexual battery, three counts of child endangerment, and two counts of touching a child for lustful purposes. Oxford police said officers were called to Burns Avenue for a report of child abuse on January 29. A spokesman said there…

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State Auditor Shad White responds to defamation lawsuit Brett Favre filed

Joey Barnes,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – State Auditor Shad White issued a sharp response after being sued by former NFL quarterback and Mississippi native Brett Favre. The retired QB is accusing White and sportscasters Shannon Sharpe and Pat McAfee of defaming him in public discussions about the misspending of welfare money. Favre is not facing criminal charges. However, the state is suing…

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Aluminum Dynamics set to break ground in Lowndes County March 7

Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A groundbreaking date is set for the largest economic development project in state history. The ceremony for Aluminum Dynamics will be on March 7 on Charleigh Ford Jr. Drive. Activity on making the groundbreaking possible has been happening for weeks. The $2.5 billion aluminum mill will be located near the Golden Triangle Regional Airport, along…

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WCBI hosts first-ever Weather Roadshow at Rent Auditorium

Ansley Perkins,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The WCBI Weather Roadshow was a success. Many people from around the community gathered in Rent Auditorium on the MUW campus to learn more about weather from the experts themselves. Our meteorologists answered questions, performed experiments, and even forecasted the weather for the 6 p.m. show live on the stage. Midmorning host and Anchor Aundrea Self…

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IAHS Indian Players bring ‘Frozen Jr’ to the stage

Proceeds from the musical go back into the drama department
Allie Martin,

FULTON, Miss. (WCBI) – A popular Disney movie is getting the stage treatment at an area high school. For months, the IAHS Indian Players have been memorizing lines and songs. The 2023 Production brings one of the most popular Disney movies to the stage. Frozen Junior follows the familiar storyline with a few twists. There are more than 80 actors,…