Techbyte (Drone Tech)-03/03/23
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Tomorrow’s leaders tackling some of today’s big issues at Mississippi State
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIV., Miss. (WCBI) – A conference at Mississippi State University has tomorrow’s leaders tackling some of the world’s pressing problems. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences hosted the annual Food Prize Mississippi Youth Institute. The event brings high school students from across the state together to discuss food insecurity and identify potential solutions. Students are tasked…
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First Lady Elee Reeves spreads literacy message a book at a time
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves made a stop in Starkville Thursday to introduce students to a new friend named Fred. Reeves is traveling the state, helping students begin their lifelong reading adventure by joining Fred the Turtle on his adventures through Mississippi. The First Lady delivered the books to 4th graders at Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary…
Aluminum Dynamics groundbreaking set for next week
The groundbreaking is set for the new aluminum plant coming to Lowndes County
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The groundbreaking is set for the new aluminum plant coming to Lowndes County. Golden Triangle development link CEO Joe Max Higgins updated Exchange Club members on the project on Thursday afternoon. The Link will host a groundbreaking ceremony for “Aluminum Dynamics” Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. Higgins also talked about concerns that have been raised…
Nursing prospects get hands on insight at MUW
Nearly 200 juniors and seniors from 19 different high schools made their way to the MUW campus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Mississippi University for Women is well known for its nursing program. Some high school students were able to get a closer look as the staff hosted its annual navigating to nursing program on Thursday. Nearly 200 juniors and seniors from 19 different high schools made their way to the MUW campus. Nursing school faculty say they’ve held…
Empty Bowls lunch helps feed hungry, homeless people throughout area
Local restaurants serve up soup at annual fundraiser for the Tupelo Salvation Army
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Thousands of people had a bowl or two of soup, and at the same time, helped the area’s only homeless shelter. Aahanna Hubbard spent part of her time at Empty Bowls encouraging guests to try some soup from Finney’s Sandwich Shop. Aahanna and her mother, Mikhala have been living at the Tupelo Salvation Army’s Jim Ingram…
Boys, Girls Clubs of North Mississippi kick off annual fundraising campaign
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Businesses and individuals across the area will have an opportunity to help the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi make a big difference in the lives of kids. The club’s annual campaign was kicked off this morning with a virtual zoom celebration. Boys and Girls Club staff members, campaign organizers, former participants in the Dance…
Temporary Pandemic-era SNAP benefits end across United States
Mississippi was one of the first 18 states to end those extra benefits last year
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Temporary Pandemic-era Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs or SNAP benefits ended all around the U.S. Wednesday. Mississippi was one of the first 18 states to end those extra benefits last year, and local food pantries, like Helping Hands in Columbus, still feel that impact. Members of the nonprofit said they have had to find more ways to…
Columbus police chief explains United Deli owner arrest
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus community continues to react to the arrest of a business owner. Adel Musa, known as Mr. John, was charged with simple assault. Musa said his security camera alerted him to a person at one of his businesses. This came after several thefts there. Here’s how Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry explained what happened. “Officers…
ADI Division at MSU kicks off 3-part luncheon series on women’s health
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – Health and History came together at Mississippi State University Wednesday. March is Women’s History Month, and the Division of Access, Diversity, and Inclusion has a whole slate of events planned, including a three-part luncheon series on Women’s Health. It kicked off today with a discussion of the history of women’s healthcare and its evolution from…
Wednesday wraps up qualifying for mayoral special election in Bruce
BRUCE, Miss. (WCBI) – Wednesday is the last day to qualify and put your name on the mayoral ticket in Bruce. The special election for mayor will be on March 21. The special election was organized after the previous Mayor of Bruce Rudy Pope passed away in January. Pope began his term as mayor in 2013. For 24/7 news and…
Investigators work to identify body found in Webster County
WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A body was found in Webster County. Now, investigators are trying to find out who the person is. Sheriff David Gore said the discovery was made about 5:30 Tuesday evening, just south of Mantee off Highway 15. The exact property is not being disclosed at this time. Gore told WCBI there were no obvious signs…
Comic-con/Steel Cage Wrestling brought together – 03/01/23
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Today our Joey Barnes talks to Jimmy Blaylock and James Nunley about the Comic-con/Wrestling mashup coming up. Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests
On the Beat (Robert’s Apothecary) – 03/01/23
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Columbus police chief to temporarily withdraw joint narcotics task force
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry is temporarily pulling out of a joint narcotics task force with the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office. The agencies created the unit as a way to pool resources and personnel to get more drugs off the streets in the city and the county. This interlocal agreement signed by the City Council…
Warm temperatures bring out Spring-like nature around us
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It is warming up and Mother Nature is responding to those warm temperatures. You may have recognized this warm weather lately or even pulled out your spring or summer clothes but have you thought about the effects that this warm weather could have on nature and even you? Grasses are beginning to pop up, and…
Longtime Supervisor Billy Joe Holland retires, brother Steve seeks his seat
Steve Holland will run as a Democrat for the seat his brother held for three terms
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A candidate for a Lee County Supervisor seat is hoping to keep it all in the family. Longtime District 5 Supervisor Billy Joe Holland is not seeking a fourth term, but his brother, who is no stranger to politics, is in the running for the seat. After 12 years as Lee County’s District Five Supervisor, Billy…
Witnesses take stand to give testimonies in Columbus murder trial
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Testimony continued today in a Columbus murder trial. Prosecutors called witnesses to the stand to describe what they saw the night 20-year-old Frank Edwards was shot to death. Kenny Armistad is charged with murder, felon in possession of a weapon, and two counts of aggravated assault in that deadly shooting. Edwards was shot in front of…
Starkville airport receives $4.5M grant to build new passenger terminal
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – $4.5 million of federal funding is landing at Starkville’s George M. Bryan Airport. The money is coming from an FAA Airport Terminal Program grant. It will be used to build a new 9,800-square-foot terminal for passengers flying in and out of the airport. About 10,000 visitors a year use the airport, including charter flights carrying athletes…
LCBS votes to hold public meeting before deciding to ban ZAZA
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A county-wide ban on the sale, possession, and use of tianeptine is on hold in Lowndes County, at least until Supervisors hear from the public. Commonly marketed under the name ZAZA and referred to as “gas station heroin” by critics, the unregulated drug is sold as a dietary supplement in gas stations and convenience stores….
Lowndes County Supervisors approve relocation of District 2 polling place
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Lowndes County voters will have to drive a little farther down Military Road when voting day rolls around. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved relocating the District 2 polling place from the Activities Building at First Assembly Church to Lion Hills. Lowndes County Circuit Clerk Teresa Barksdale cited more space, easier access,…
House Committee advances postpartum Medicaid bill to wait for discussion
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – A bill that will provide women a full year of Medicaid coverage is still alive in the Mississippi House of Representatives. The House Committee advanced Senate Bill 2212 and now it sits on the House Calendar waiting for discussion. These developments follow a Twitter post from Governor Tate Reeves, changing his stance in favor of extending postpartum…
7th Annual International Music by Women Festival – 02/28/23
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Scott talks to Julia with the 7th Annual International Music by Women Festival about whats to come. Categories: Special Guests, Sunrise & Midday Guests