LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Supervisors in Lowndes County found themselves in a familiar situation, being asked to fund a budget shortfall for the county school district. The Lowndes County School District has claimed a $1.1 million shortfall in its budget. The two groups have been at odds over how certain industrial properties should be taxed. School leaders said properties…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors paved the way for improvements at three of the county’s community centers. Supervisors accepted a bid from Falcon Contracting to pave the parking lots at Concord, Crawford, and New Hope Community Centers. Currently, all three have gravel lots which have become popular for the “wrong” reasons. People have been showing off their…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – If you are shooting fireworks this holiday weekend, the State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages firework safety this Independence Day whether at home or a firework show. State Fire Marshal and Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney says to use common sense when dealing with fireworks, and never point them at someone. Those wishing to purchase and use fireworks need…
COLUMBUS, Miss (WCBI) – The Columbus High School Class of 1993 kicked off its 30-year reunion by helping out its hometown. The alumni gathered at Sim Scott Park to clean up the neighborhood. The Class of ’93 was the first to graduate from Columbus High School after the district consolidated Lee and Caldwell High Schools. Stephanie Jones and Kessa Thompson…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – A Columbus woman now has a national stage to share her platform and promote a pageant that is more that just a beauty competition. Hannah Perrigin was crowned Miss Volunteer America last weekend during the national pageant in Jackson, Tennessee. Perrigin grew up in Columbus, raised by a single mom and was taught to pursue her…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Those traveling this Fourth of July Weekend may need to fill up their car with gas. The average for the state of Mississippi is $2.97, which is the lowest state average in the country. In Lowndes County, the average is 2.95 per gallon, and in Clay County, it is $2.87. This time last year, the average in…
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss (WCBI) – The Noxubee community beat the heat at the Jeffery Simmons Fun Day and Fire Works event. The Professional football player for the Tennesse Titans put it on as a way to give back to his hometown. Simmons was even presented a key to the city as a thank-you for his dedication and service to Macon….
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department is investigating a fatal one-vehicle collision on July 1st around 7:24 p.m. An SUV occupied by four individuals left the road at the intersection of Highway 12 and Bluefield Road. A 71-year-old passenger was declared dead on the scene. The driver was flown to Tupelo for further treatment. A male and female…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Several new laws went into effect today in the state of Mississippi. Here are just a few of the laws that went into effect. Senate Bill 2346 prevents those under the age of 18 from viewing sexually explicit content by implementing “reasonable age verification methods.” For those who are 18, Senate Bill 2073 permits submitting loan applications…
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Fireworks on the water kicked off July 1st at the East Bank of the Stennis Lock and Dam. “Visit Columbus” projects more than thousands of people to attend to see the fireworks and listen to a line-up of music. Mississippi Natives and country music sensation Chapel Hart took center stage. The Mayor of Columbus says this…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Members of the Tupelo High School Marching Band will spend their July 4 holiday in the nation’s capital, taking part in the Independence Day Parade. The band did a final run-through of the songs that pay tribute to Tupelo’s most famous native son. Cliff Moore is leading the Golden Wave Marching Band through the songs they…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – There are 55 different kinds of snakes in Mississippi, and six of them are venomous. And snakes, like people, go looking for somewhere cool when the weather gets hot. And that cool place may be near or even in your house. Temperatures are soaring, and most people remember to stay in the cool areas. But…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Fourth of July Holiday Weekend is officially here, and for many people the celebrations include food. Whether it’s a picnic, family cookout, or grabbing a plate from a vendor at one of the many public celebrations. Of course, we’re also in the middle of a heatwave, and the extreme temperatures and food can be…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – It is one of the most popular vacation spots for people in North Mississippi and West Alabama, but there are dangers in the water from Fort Morgan to Panama City Beach. First responders said there have been multiple drownings. In less than two weeks, rip currents have taken the lives of at least 11 people. Data shows…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An Independence Day weekend tradition continues in Columbus. The 17th installment of the Southside/Townsend Park Blues Festival started June 29 and really kicks into gear Friday evening. The festival features something for everyone, including food, family-friendly fun, and, of course, music. Things got rolling Thursday night with the return of Youth Night and softball. Starting at…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – If fireworks are a must-have for your Independence Day celebration, then you can get an early start this weekend in Columbus. “This has really been going on for five months. In the last few weeks and really the last couple of months, we have met every Wednesday afternoon. We serve snacks and we get everybody in…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo city leaders tap a 20-year veteran to head the Fire Department during the search for a new Fire Chief. Mayor Todd Jordan announced that Deputy Fire Chief Brad Robinson has been promoted to Interim Chief. Robinson will be taking over for Chief Kelly Elliott who was selected to take over as the Executive Director of…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – It is always a big day when cadets graduate from the police academy, but for one family, the ceremony was extra special. Retired Saltillo Police Chief Dan McKinney was able to pin the badge on his son, Kagen McKinney, after he graduated from Class B73 at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center. Kagen McKinney will…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A new mural in Tupelo is telling the story of two African-American pioneers in the city, whose influence is still being felt today. When Jeff Casso was asked to paint a mural at the Northside Boys and Girls Club, he researched the two people organizers wanted in the painting. “It’s not in history, you got to…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – From 1950 to 1975, McCarthy Gym was home to Mississippi State Basketball teams. It served several other roles after Humphrey Coliseum was built. After seven decades, the structure is gone, making way for new development on campus. 73 years after its opening, McCarthy Gym is no longer standing, making way for something new. This gym has…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Over the past week, social media has been buzzing about the latest cash app glitch. The malfunction caused hundreds of users to be double charged, and not only are people looking for answers they are also wanting refunds. Earlier this week, Cash App in-app and phone support were down due to the overwhelming amount of calls…
NEW ALBANY, Miss. (WCBI) – Troopers with the Mississippi Highway Patrol will be doing their part to help keep the roadways safe during the upcoming holiday weekend. Highway Patrol Troopers will set up safety checkpoints, looking for impaired or distracted drivers. They will also have more officers on the roadways during the July Fourth holiday. Staff Sergeant Bryan Magee is…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – In Lowndes County, the Golden Triangle Regional Homeless Coalition and Lowndes County Emergency Management Agency are teaming up to help people beat this week’s brutal heat. A cooling shelter is opened for those who need to escape the high heat index. Many people have volunteered their time to put this together to give back to…