Fireworks on the Water kicked off this evening at 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.

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…

THS band travels to nation’s capital for 4th of July parade

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…

Extreme temperatures and food can be dangerous combination

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…

Rip tides can turn fun beach vacations to nightmares

In less than two weeks, rip currents have taken the lives of at least 11 people.

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…

Preparation for ‘Fireworks on the Water’ has begun in Columbus

Fireworks on the Water is back for the second year since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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…

New mural in Tupelo tells story of pioneers in African American community

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…

MSU alumni reflect on their time at McCarthy Gym

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…

BBB shares warning for consumers to be more aware using money apps

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…

Cooling shelter opens in Lowndes County for people to escape heat

In Lowndes County, the Golden Triangle Regional Homeless Coalition and Lowndes County Emergency Management are teaming up to help people beat this week's brutal heat.

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…

Webster County Sheriff’s Department hosts school supply drive

WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Webster County Sheriff’s Department is already gearing up for the beginning of the school year by hosting a school supplies drive. The items donated will go toward students throughout the Webster County School District. This is the second year the department has hosted the supplies drive and they are hoping to have even more…

Teachers already started classroom prep for upcoming school year

Summer is here and school is out, but for teachers, it's time to prepare for the upcoming school year

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Summer is here and school is out, but for teachers, it’s time to prepare for the upcoming school year and get their classrooms. ready. When you remember going to school in a decorated classroom, most of that came out of the teacher’s pocket. Teachers are working on their classrooms during summer break and getting everything they…

Threat of heat exhaustion is very real for those working outdoors

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The heat index today for Columbus was 114 degrees, and it doesn’t look like temperatures are going to drop for the rest of the week. And for people make who their living working outside the threat of heat exhaustion can be harmful. Whether you’re saving people from a burning building or making our lives a…