On The Beat – 02/06/23
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Supervisors honor community member for her 100th birthday
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors welcomed a special guest to Monday’s meeting. Ms. Rosie Lee Harris received special recognition for her 100th birthday. Ms. Harris spent her career as a hairstylist in Lowndes County, but she has also been active in volunteer work throughout the community. Supervisors passed a resolution honoring Ms. Harris for…
Being active on social media is making a difference for businesses
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – When trying to decide where to grab a bite to eat, most people go to their phones first. Local business owners know this and are making sure their presence on social media is as lively as inside their restaurants. Zachary’s, a local favorite in Columbus, has over 12,000 followers between Instagram and Facebook. Owner Doug…
Family searches for justice for their loved one who was shot, killed
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – A Macon man was shot and killed Friday night and police said it was a targeted attack. Now, the family of London Rupert is seeking answers and justice. A son, brother, and father. That is what the family of London Rupert has lost following the tragic shooting and Macon Police are looking to arrest everyone who…
Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office investigates weekend shooting
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a weekend shooting and issuing another warning about illegal street racing. Around 3:30 Saturday morning, a woman reportedly came up on several cars lined up on the side of the road in the area of Airport Road and Artesia Road. She said it appeared that they were attempting…
University police conduct bomb threat sweep on Ole Miss campus
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – Ole Miss University Police conducted a sweep for a potential bomb threat this afternoon. According to the university’s official social media page, police investigated a bomb threat at The Pavillion. The building was evacuated and everyone was asked to avoid the area. The university has given the “All Clear” signal and the campus returned to normal…
Starkville community supports grieving family of Gabby Frazier
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Starkville mother said she will celebrate her daughter’s life even as she continues to deal with the pain of losing her. Paisley “Gabby” Frazier died after the ATV she was riding on was hit by a car in April of last year. The driver, Willis Miller, 41, was arrested and charged. As the case made…
Man sentenced to prison in Ala. for 2 felony child pornography charges
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – A man will spend 20 years in prison after being sentenced on two felony child pornography charges in Fayette County, Ala. 21-year-old Mason Logan Martinez pleaded guilty to the dissemination of child pornography and possession of child pornography in October of last year. He admitted to creating and sharing obscene videos depicting underage females. He…
Alabama helps sheriff offices that miss collection of gun permit fees
ALABAMA (WCBI) – A recent change in Alabama’s gun laws will likely mean less money for county sheriffs’ offices, but the state is helping out. Last year, the Alabama Legislature made it possible for residents to carry a concealed firearm without having to get a permit. While it was good news for gun owners, it was bad news for county…
Shooting in Tupelo leaves two men with non-life-threatening injuries
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Two men in Tupelo are sent to the hospital following a shooting Monday afternoon. Tupelo Police arrived at NMMC around 12:45 and discovered two victims suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The incident happened in the 400 block of North Spring street. The is under investigation and more information is expected to be released. For 24/7 news…
LCBS approves proposal to make offer on location for coroner’s new office
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors think they may have found a good location for the Coroner’s new office. Supervisors approved a proposal to make an offer on one of the buildings on the former Microtek-Ecolab campus on Lehmberg Road. The move came after the county and the City of Columbus agreed to sell the jointly-owned former Maxxim…
Starkville family celebrates birthday of daughter who died in ATV accident
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Starkville family mourning the death of their daughter is planning to celebrate her life for her upcoming birthday. 9-year-old Paisley “Gabby” Frazier died after a car hit the ATV she was riding. Gabby would have turned 10 on February 7. Her family has planned a community-wide birthday celebration for her. It will be this Saturday,…
Argument leads to knife fight between West Point couple
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – An argument between a West Point couple turned into a knife fight and both people charged. 32-year-old Anthony Seals and 30-year-old Wynesia Austin were both charged with aggravated assault. Police Chief Avery Cook said the disagreement happened Sunday night. He told WCBI both cut. Seals required stitches. Both have been released from jail. For 24/7…
Soccer players face off at first-ever Columbus Cup Soccer Tournament
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s not just a game for kids. Several teams of adult soccer players met on the field for a tournament in Columbus over the weekend. Soccer lovers got the chance to put on their cleats and play a few games of their favorite sport at the first-ever Columbus Cup Soccer Tournament. Nine teams played head-to-head at…
Weather Whys – Nor’easters
These large and often impactful storms typically frequent the east coast, but what defines a Nor’easter? Meteorologist Jackson Chastain has details in this week’s edition of Weather Whys. Categories: Featured, Featured Weather, Local News, Weather, Weather Whys
Macon man dies after someone shot into victim’s moving vehicle
Macon police are investigating a Friday night shooting that happened around 8 p.m. that left a man in his mid 30's dead.
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Macon police are investigating a Friday night shooting that happened around 8 p.m. that left a man in his mid-30s dead. Chief Davine Beck told WCBI that an SUV was heading east on Martin Luther King Street when someone on the side of the street opened fire into the vehicle and shot a man in the head….
Two people arrested in connection with a fugitive on the run
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office made two arrests Saturday night in connection with a fugitive on the run. Deputies received a tip saying that a fugitive was hiding at a residence on 5532 Highway 50 east in Lowndes County. At 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, MacBrandon Shields was arrested at the residence on outstanding warrants from Columbus…
One man is dead after a vehicle hits him in Starkville
Starkville police are investigating a fatal Saturday night car collision
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Starkville police are investigating a fatal Saturday night car collision involving a pedestrian on Garrad Road. 54-year-old Lawrence Cook of Starkville died on the scene. The vehicle remained on the scene and everyone in the car cooperated with law enforcement about the accident. The accident remains under investigation. If anyone has information about this they’re encouraged to…
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Local artist uses work to paint history and bring awareness
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – A local artist and teacher is using her work to paint the history of African Americans. The Black Prairie Blues Museum in West Point is displaying Sabrina Campbells’s artwork as part of its Black History Month exhibit. While the exhibit showcased famous faces and figures in Black history, one piece, in particular, raised awareness about…
Students from across the state explore career paths in health care
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Exploring Health Pathways Outreach Program is a part of a grant that the University of Mississippi Medical Center received to target primary care providers in rural areas. Ethan Wilkins is a freshman at MUW pursuing a degree in medicine. He said he didn’t have an opportunity like this in high school – an up-close look…
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Local soul food restaurant continues serving community after 35 years
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Soul food or food for the soul. It’s a staple throughout the U.S. forged in the African American community. While soul food is loved by many, the restaurants that serve it have been in decline. Helen’s Kitchen is one of the few soul food restaurants thriving in the Golden Triangle. And after 35 years in business,…