MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Previous natural disasters have provided lessons for emergency response in Monroe County. From the tornado that ripped through Smithville in 2011 to the Hamilton disaster in 2019, Emergency Management Directors in the area have learned what works in the aftermath of a disaster. Making a disaster plan is one thing, but when you have to…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – As the Amory community is banding together to build their town back up, many have come to the city to help them with the things they need. State Farm has brought people all over the country to not only help people make insurance claims but also give them what they need such as gloves, dog bowls,…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – One of the buildings heavily damaged in the tornado that struck Amory Friday night was the city’s Animal Shelter. People weren’t the only ones affected by the storm. Area animals, especially those waiting on new homes felt its impact too. But they haven’t been forgotten in the recovery efforts. “There’s concrete broken. The kennels were pushed…
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State University paid tribute to Vietnam Veterans. MSU’s Center for America’s Veterans held its annual Vietnam Veterans Day commemoration Tuesday morning at Nusz Hall. Vietnam Veterans Day is recognized on March 29. 50 years ago Wednesday, the last U.S. combat troops left Vietnam. The day is set aside to honor all veterans who served…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Starkville restaurant is serving up disaster relief in Winona, one plate at a time. The staff at Restaurant Tyler spent Tuesday morning and early afternoon cooking up around 300 meals for residents and relief workers in tornado-stricken Winona. Restaurant owner, Ty Thames was contacted by World Central Kitchen to provide three days’ worth of meals…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County deputies made an arrest in a shooting. 22-year-old Destiny Moore was charged with attempted murder. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins described the incident as domestic in nature. Moore was accused of leaving the Yorkville Apartment complex after an argument and returning with a gun. The shooting happened at the apartments at about 9…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus police made a child sex crime arrest. 45-year-old Nathaniel Hayden was charged with sexual battery. Investigators said the alleged victim is under the age of 12. Public Information Officer Joe Dillon said no other details are being released at this time. Hayden remains in jail. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter Categories:…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – One person was injured in an early morning shooting in Columbus. Police Information Officer Joe Dillon said a victim showed up at Baptist Golden Triangle at about 4 a.m. with a gunshot wound to the face. Investigators believed the incident happened around 10th Avenue and 15th Street South. Dillon believed there was an argument before the…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds of people in Monroe County continue to clean up debris from the storms. While many of you may have seen pictures, it’s hard to understand the extent of the damage the county is facing. WCBI talked with District 3 Supervisor Rubel West about the twister’s impact on the city. “It’s going to be a long…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been three days since the city of Amory was hit by a tornado leaving many people without homes and parts of the city destroyed. People have been donating supplies, money, and time to help. “I typically have 20 pine trees all around and there were none left standing. The trees were blocking the house, on…
WINONA, Miss. (WCBI) – Like many Mississippians, the people of Winona need help immediately. Many are without essential resources and even a home. Former Mayor of Winona Jerry Flowers knows first-hand what it’s like not to have a home. His house burned to the ground 15 years ago and now he and his family are living in a hotel following…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Bond is set for the Columbus woman accused of killing her husband on Facebook Live. Kadejah Brown was charged with murder after the Saturday morning shooting at Greentree Apartments. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said Brown and her husband, 28-year-old Jeremy Brown, had been arguing most of the night. He told WCBI that Jeremy Brown was…
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Noxubee County man was indicted on child sex crime charges. Jataquist Morris is facing statutory rape, grand larceny, fondling, and attempted sexual battery charges. At the time, Sheriff Tommy Roby told WCBI that Morris babysat the teenage victim. Her father reported the alleged incident this past October. No trial date has been set at…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo police made a third arrest in the St. Patrick’s morning shooting at the South Gloster Street Waffle House, and there’s a twist. 25-year-old Javarius Trice of Shannon was charged with Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon and Shooting into a Motor Vehicle. Trice was originally reported as the victim in that shooting. Police…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – There’s a storm-related road closing in Amory for Tuesday. Highway 25 from the Highway 6 intersection and points north to the city limits will be closed Tuesday. Utility poles and lines will be taken down and put back in place. Traffic will be diverted onto Mt. Zion Road from Smithville and Highway 6 from Main Street….
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The scope of the damage in Mississippi is mind-boggling, and we are just now getting some preliminary numbers of just how badly our communities were battered. Community of Wren, Miss. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said early numbers show Monroe County had 1,476 homes damaged, along with 29 roads and three utilities. 50 people were injured in…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Individual assistance from FEMA has been approved for storm victims in Mississippi. However, disaster recovery centers have not opened. To get a jump start on your FEMA paperwork, there are a few things to know. You must file an insurance claim first. You must also report your damage to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. You can do…
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MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office wasted no time to offer assistance to Monroe County and Amory. Lowndes County deputies have been rotating shifts around the clock, helping with dispatch, patrol efforts, and keeping looters away. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins says his agency’s response is vital to Monroe County as its agencies are stretched thin. While residents are…
WREN, Miss (WCBI)-Community members in Wren picked up the pieces of a staple in their community. Tranquil United Methodist Church was built in 1847. Over the church’s lifetime, it has suffered many tragedies but has continued to stand the test of time. WCBI talked with members about the importance of this landmark and how they plan to pick up the…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -The first few days after a storm are critical as families and the community regroup and gather what’s left of their precious memories. The importance of first responders amplifies following natural disasters. Columbus Fire Chief says the national first responder shortage is putting a higher demand on the local responders. “Firefighters do more than fight fires,” Chief Duane…
AMORY, MISS. (WCBI) – The people of Amory have come together following the catastrophic tornado that ripped through the Monroe County community Friday night. A war zone. That best describes a vast swath of Amory following a tornado that swept across the state. Trees were down everywhere, and that meant the familiar sounds of chainsaws. Amory Mayor Corey Glenn says about 40%…