Two Brothers Donate To St. Jude To Celebrate Their Birthday
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Two brothers donate to St. Jude to celebrate their birthday

11-year-old Colton and 9-year-old Cameron Blissard are 23 months apart, and when asked what they had in mind for their birthday this year, their answer was the same.
Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -11-year-old Colton and 9-year-old Cameron Blissard are 23 months apart, and when asked what they had in mind for their birthday this year, their answer was the same. Though these two brothers have different birthdays, they wanted a skate party to invite their friends and family to enjoy, and instead of receiving gifts, they decided to do…

Drought Calls For Poor Pecan Crop For Mississippi In 2023
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Drought calls for poor pecan crop for Mississippi in 2023

About 10% of the state’s pecan orchards are irrigated and were better able to deal with the drought, and the high temperatures that accompanied the drought caused other problems.
Grace Brister,

MISSISSIPPI, (WCBI) – A late freeze, high summertime temperatures, and a devastating drought mean a poor pecan crop for Mississippi in 2023. Eric Stafne, fruit and nut specialist with the Mississippi State University Extension Service, said weather stacked the odds against a good crop this year. He says drought could have carryover effects into next year too. Max Draughn, president…

Fastnet Celebrates 15 Thousand Customers Milestone
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FASTnet celebrates 15 thousand customers milestone

FASTnet is 4-County Electric Power Association’s wholly-owned broadband subsidiary.
Grace Brister,

MISSISSIPPI, (WCBI) – FASTnet is celebrating a 15,000 customers milestone. FASTnet is 4-County Electric Power Association’s wholly-owned broadband subsidiary. Co-op and broadband officials are celebrating the milestone this week. FASTnet has completed its buildout to co-op customers throughout its service area. This means that all 4-County members who receive electricity from the co-op can receive FASTnet internet service. FASTnet is…

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Aspiring country music artist helping disabled veterans with an original song

Half of the proceeds from "Send Me' will go to the non profit '7 Days for the Troops'
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – As Leah Rose was singing her song honoring veterans, Scott Burns was visiting with people at Tupelo’s Lone Star Schooner Bar and Grill, telling them about the non profit group he founded to help veterans. Burns was injured during his time in the Marines.   As a result of his injury, he has had both legs amputated…

Tupelo Police Officers Respond To Aggravated Assault Case
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Tupelo Police Officers respond to Aggravated Assault case

On Nov. 2, Terrica M. Carter, 32. was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – On Sept. 8, 2023, Tupelo Police Officers responded to an Aggravated Assault around Triangle Street. Upon arrival, officers located a victim with a stab wound to the arm. On Nov. 2, Terrica M. Carter, 32. was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault. Tupelo Municipal Court Judge Allen set Carter’s bond at $5,000. For 24/7 news and…

Tupelo Police Department Responded To Burglarized Vehicle
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Tupelo Police Department responded to burglarized vehicle

The suspect was detained nearby a short time later. Shelley A. Wright, 33, of Pontotoc was charged with one count of Burglary of a Vehicle.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – On Nov. 2, the Tupelo Police Department responded to the area of 1123 West Main Street in response to a 911 call that a suspect was possibly burglarizing a vehicle. The suspect was detained nearby a short time later. Shelley A. Wright, 33, of Pontotoc was charged with one count of Burglary of a Vehicle. Tupelo…

Tupelo Police Department Officers Respond To Domestic Violence Call
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Tupelo Police Department officers respond to domestic violence call

Andrea L. Tompkins, 47, was detained and charged with Aggravated Domestic Violence.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo Police Department officers responded to a domestic violence call in the Ridgeway Drive area. Andrea L. Tompkins, 47, was detained and charged with Aggravated Domestic Violence. Tompkins will be held on a 20-thousand-dollar bond. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter Categories: Crime, Local News

Vardaman's Sweet Potato Festival Brings Communities Together
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Vardaman’s Sweet Potato Festival brings communities together

Vardaman held its 50th annual Sweet Potato Festival. The festival is the biggest event in Vardaman yearly, bringing in thousands of people from across the state and the country.
MorrisAdmin,

VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – Vardaman’s sweet potato festival is a local favorite event, drawing in thousands of visitors annually. To many, the event is more than just a time to celebrate their local industry it allows the community time to come together. Vardaman held its 50th annual Sweet Potato Festival. The festival is the biggest event in Vardaman yearly, bringing in…

Tupelo Police Make An Arrest For Felony Taking A Motor Vehicle
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Tupelo Police make an arrest for Felony Taking a Motor Vehicle

The Tupelo Police Department responded to 1321 Ida Street for a report of a stolen Dodge Charger on Nov. 1.
Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tupelo Police Department responded to 1321 Ida Street for a report of a stolen Dodge Charger on Nov. 1. Officers observed a vehicle matching the description at a North Gloster gas station and confirmed it was the stolen vehicle reported earlier in the day and detained the driver. Robert Hulett, 29, of Tupelo was charged…

Construction is bringing new life for the old River Bridge
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Construction is bringing new life for the Old River Bridge

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – After a couple of years of litigation, the city of Columbus received a $4 million settlement to repair damage to the Riverwalk Bridge, also known as the Old River Bridge. Now, the equipment to make the repairs is moving into place and work can begin. Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin posted a picture of this crane on…