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Prolonged drought affects Mississippi hay farmers

Brett Rushing with Mississippi State University said hay producers in the state typically get three cuttings a year, and often four if they manage well and the weather cooperates.

October 21, 2023

Grace Brister,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Mississippi hay growers harvested at least 28 percent less hay this year than usual because of the drought that reached extreme levels in parts of the state. Brett Rushing with Mississippi State University said hay producers in the state typically get three cuttings a year, and often four if they manage well and the weather cooperates. Rushing…

Lafayette County Fire Department respond to grass fire in Union County

LCFD Tanker 17 was on the scene in Union County, providing mutual aid water support for the scrap yard fire.

October 21, 2023

Grace Brister,

LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lafayette County Fire Department units responded to a grass fire in the 200 Block of County Road 108 area around 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 21. LCFD Tanker 17 was on the scene in Union County, providing mutual aid and water support for the scrap yard fire. WCBI News will continue to give updates as more…

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October 20, 2023

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National School Bus Safety Week: Keeping kids safe to and from school

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

This week marks National School Bus Safety Week which reminds us of the importance of keeping our children safe while traveling to and from school.

First woman to pilot, command American spacecraft speaks at Welty Gala

Eileen Collins said she dreamed of becoming a pilot at a young age

October 20, 2023

Grace Brister,

The first woman to pilot and command an American spacecraft was the featured speaker for Mississippi University for Women’s 2023 Welty Gala.

Celebration Village gears up for busy weekend in Tupelo

The Christmas marketplace is the single largest fundraiser for The Sanctuary Hospice House

October 20, 2023

Allie Martin,

Thousands of people are getting a jump on their Christmas shopping lists at Celebration Village. The area’s largest holiday marketplace features 120 vendors under one roof at the Tupelo Furniture Market.

Fire destroys unoccupied grocery store in Aberdeen

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

The Big Star Grocery, which had been unoccupied for over 10 years, was engulfed in flames causing firefighters from neighboring towns to assist.

Joint operation involving several agencies yields 14 arrests in Clay County

October 20, 2023

Eric Lampkin,

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office, State Violent Crimes Task Force, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, The Highway Patrol, agents from Alcohol Beverage Control, and the West Point Police Department teamed up for Operation Saturation.

Domestic violence case turns into pursuit, ends in arrest

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

42-year-old Tony Carter of Columbus was charged with aggravated strangulation and felony fleeing. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said deputies were called to Fellows Road on Wednesday.

Several north Mississippians sentenced in prison gang racketeering case

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

Several north Mississippians were sentenced in a Simon City Royals prison gang racketeering case. Two people from Tupelo and two people from Grenada were part of the federal guilty pleas.

Zumba in Pink: Raising money to help provide mammograms

October 20, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

Local community members raised money through Zumba to help area women with their medical bills. Zumba in Pink is a movement to help pay for mammograms for women who may not be able to afford them.

Amory attempted murder case leads to arrest in 2-year-old homicide case

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

Amory police made an arrest in a two-year-old homicide case after a woman was attacked. 37-year-old Darcus Neely was charged with capital murder and attempted murder.

Budgeting & bills: Columbus High seniors learn money managing firsthand

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

Columbus High School partnered with the Mississippi State Extension Service for the “Welcome to the Real World” event.

Okolona police investigate body found in wooded area

October 20, 2023

Joey Barnes,

Okolona police are investigating after a man was found dead hanging from a tree. Police Chief Tommy Ivy said 45-year-old Jerrel Gillentine was found in a wooded area off Laster Drive on Thursday afternoon.

MUW unveils historical marker honoring The Fabulous Six

October 19, 2023

Joey Barnes,

In 1966, six young ladies took a chance. They applied to enroll at the then-all-white Mississippi State College for Women: Barbara Turner Bankhead, Jacqueline Edwards, Mary Flowers, Diane Hardy, Laverne Green Leech, and Eula Houser Thompson.

Five arrests have been made in a fight in front of Starkville High School

The investigation did not uncover any credible threats on social media

October 19, 2023

Grace Brister,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Five arrests have been made in a fight on Yellow Jacket Drive in front of Starkville High School on Thursday, October 19, 2023. Ciara Bell (18), D’Zel Dickerson (18), Lacandria Elliot (38), and two juveniles, all of Starkville, were charged with fighting. Two more individuals, one adult and one juvenile have outstanding fighting warrants. The investigation…

Amory man in custody after woman is allegedly assaulted

Detective Andy Long says the incident happened this afternoon near the intersection of Woodward Street and Hatley Road

October 19, 2023

Joey Barnes,

AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – A man is in custody after a woman is allegedly assaulted in Amory. Detective Andy Long says the incident happened this afternoon near the intersection of Woodward Street and Hatley Road. He described the incident as an assault but not domestic related. The woman’s condition is unknown. APD has not releasing the name of the suspect…

Uncorked: Isaac, Bobbie, Bubbles

October 19, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

Aberdeen Receives Large Fund To Help Those In Need

Aberdeen public utilities receive donation for city funding

October 19, 2023

Khamari Haymer,

The Aberdeen community received a large fund from an organization to help those in need. The funds were donated to help upkeep the city of Aberdeen and surrounding cities.

Pharmacy Week: How pharmacies play vital role in healthcare

The third week of October is recognized as pharmacy week.

October 19, 2023

Kealy Shields,

The third week of October is recognized as pharmacy week. The goal is to spotlight pharmacists and pharmacy technician’s vital role in the healthcare field.

Exchange Club takes tour of Lowndes Co. Career, Technical Center

October 19, 2023

Kealy Shields,

The Columbus Exchange Club took a field trip to the Lowndes County Career and Technical Center. Club members were able to learn about the different programs and opportunities available to students in the area.

Area High Schoolers Get Opportunity To Learn About Different Career Paths

Area high schoolers get opportunity to find career paths

October 19, 2023

Khamari Haymer,

AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – High school students in Amory got the opportunity to speak with several colleges and business leaders. Several vendors presented information to the students on things they needed to do to reach their goals. The main goal of the event was to get high school students to learn information about their desired career fields. Monroe county chamber…

Certain roads in downtown Starkville will be closed for Bulldog Bash

All vehicles must be moved from the event area no later than Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m.

October 19, 2023

Grace Brister,

The Starkville Police Department said certain areas will be closed on October 20 for Bulldog Bash. Parts of University Drive and Maxwell Street will be foot traffic only from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Jones Community College student charged in death of JSU student

October 19, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

19-year-old Joshua Brown is being charged with the murder of 21-year-old Jaylen Burns, who was shot and killed Sunday night at University Pointe Apartments.

Prolonged drought affects Mississippi hay farmers

Brett Rushing with Mississippi State University said hay producers in the state typically get three cuttings a year, and often four if they manage well and the weather cooperates.

Lafayette County Fire Department respond to grass fire in Union County

LCFD Tanker 17 was on the scene in Union County, providing mutual aid water support for the scrap yard fire.

TechByte: Helmet

National School Bus Safety Week: Keeping kids safe to and from school

First woman to pilot, command American spacecraft speaks at Welty Gala

Eileen Collins said she dreamed of becoming a pilot at a young age

Celebration Village gears up for busy weekend in Tupelo

The Christmas marketplace is the single largest fundraiser for The Sanctuary Hospice House

Fire destroys unoccupied grocery store in Aberdeen

Joint operation involving several agencies yields 14 arrests in Clay County

Domestic violence case turns into pursuit, ends in arrest

Several north Mississippians sentenced in prison gang racketeering case

Zumba in Pink: Raising money to help provide mammograms

Amory attempted murder case leads to arrest in 2-year-old homicide case

Budgeting & bills: Columbus High seniors learn money managing firsthand

Okolona police investigate body found in wooded area

MUW unveils historical marker honoring The Fabulous Six

Five arrests have been made in a fight in front of Starkville High School

The investigation did not uncover any credible threats on social media

Amory man in custody after woman is allegedly assaulted

Detective Andy Long says the incident happened this afternoon near the intersection of Woodward Street and Hatley Road

Uncorked: Isaac, Bobbie, Bubbles

Aberdeen public utilities receive donation for city funding

Pharmacy Week: How pharmacies play vital role in healthcare

The third week of October is recognized as pharmacy week.

Exchange Club takes tour of Lowndes Co. Career, Technical Center

Area high schoolers get opportunity to find career paths

Certain roads in downtown Starkville will be closed for Bulldog Bash

All vehicles must be moved from the event area no later than Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m.

Jones Community College student charged in death of JSU student

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