COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus hotel was heavily damaged by fire Monday morning. The blaze happened at the Economy Inn in the 2200 block of Main Street. Firefighters arrived to find a room engulfed in flames. No injuries were reported. We are told the two people that rented the room were not inside when the fire started. Fire Chief…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Walmart offered free screenings and affordable immunizations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19. Customers also received free glucose, cholesterol, body mass index, and blood pressure screenings as well as immunizations for flu, HPV, tetanus, hepatitis, and more. Pharmacy manager Patricia Lavender says this is a convenient way to stay on top of…
BALDWYN, Miss. (WCBI) – The town of Baldwyn held a block party to celebrate being named a Healthy Hometown. The Baldwyn Bearcats football season is drawing closer, and these young boys are hoping to be future Bearcats as they practice in an adjacent field in Latimer Park. Thanks to a 100-thousand-dollar grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of…
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Choctaw residents will soon have their say on the county’s status as a dry county. Since prohibition, Choctaw County has remained a dry county despite other counties in Mississippi choosing to sell alcohol. Laura Carson organized a petition drive to get the issue to go to the Board of Supervisors for a vote. She believes…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Weekends offer most people the opportunity to have a little adventure. Some are taking their venture to the Columbus Lowndes Public Library, as the local history department is helping individuals learn more about themselves and the area. The Local History Department has original county records, probate records, and wills dating back to the 19 century available…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi is known as “The Hospitality State,” so it’s not uncommon to drive through any county in the Golden Triangle and find a Blessing Box. The Blessing Box charity effort has been spreading across the North Mississippi region lately, providing a lifeline to individuals and families in need. The Blessing Box in Amory is constantly…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The 2023-2024 college football season hasn’t started yet but people are already getting prepared. Many local hotels have already been booked; however, Starkville realtors and homeowners have been able to take advantage of turning homes into weekend homes for fans. “I used to think that Airbnbs were only in larger cities and I love that Starkville…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Technology is a constantly shifting landscape, and one area that is getting more buzz is Artificial Intelligence. That’s right. AI is not new, but it is expanding its territory, not just online, but into nearby industries. “For example, let’s take a recommendation engine that Amazon uses today to make recommendations around books, why we spend more…
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is still cranking up the town of Sturgis. With visitors from around the country and locals doing their day-to-day activities, it’s important to be a defensive and alert driver to keep everyone safe on the roads. According to Forbes, August is the most dangerous month for motorcyclists, and Motorcycle fatalities…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – An award-winning community theatre group is gearing up for another big season putting the spotlight on local talent. And the upcoming season for the Tupelo Community Theatre is extra special, as it will honor the legacy of its longtime director, who passed away earlier this year. The season opener for the Tupelo Community Theatre puts audience…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi University for Women is moving into the next phase of its rebranding efforts, and that is also likely to involve a name change. Earlier this year, the university and the MUW Foundation partnered with marketing firm Chernoff Newman to help define a clear brand identity and help select a name that reflects that identity. Chernoff…
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Democrat candidate for Governor in Mississippi said he would work across party lines if elected and would not follow the lead of national Democrat leaders. We caught up with Brandon Presley during an announcement for natural gas expansion in Pontotoc County and the Democrat candidate said he has worked hard to build support from…
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Residents in eastern Pontotoc County now have access to natural gas service. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a multi-phase project that expanded natural gas service to rural areas. More than 14,000 feet of gas lines are now connected to 63 homes as part of the final phase of that project. The expansion is…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – There’s some good economic news for the state of Mississippi. The state has hit a record-low unemployment rate. July’s unadjusted jobless rate came in at just 3% breaking the previous record set last month. In fact, this is the fifth month in a row that Mississippi has hit record-low unemployment. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us…
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Employers looking to round out their rosters and workers looking to move up in the marketplace came together in Columbus. 20 area businesses joined WCBI at Columbus Place to scout out potential employees, and hundreds of job seekers showed up to find out what opportunities were on the table. Companies like the Eat With Us Group…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI ) – Thursday was a day for community, communication, and education in Starkville. The Discovery Center hosted a resource fair to help area residents learn about what’s available and how agencies can help. “Everybody has different needs and things that they are looking for whether they are actively seeking resources or looking for volunteer opportunities,” Elizabeth Williams…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The daily traffic commute for thousands who travel to and from west Tupelo will be impacted for some time. This was after the City announced a 70-year-old bridge on Highway 6 was being closed due to serious structural issues found during recent inspections. At Steele’s Dive, the lunch rush is the bread and butter of the…
STURGIS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oktibbeha County town of Sturgis has a population of just over 200, but by this weekend there are expected to be thousands of people riding into town. For local businesses and leaders, The Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is a big economic engine. Sturgis is usually a quiet little town, but that will change this weekend. In…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been a busy day for the Lowndes County Narcotics STING Unit and several other law enforcement agencies. They hit the roads of Lowndes County with Operation Rolling Thunder and a list of 28 targets. So far they’ve managed to bring in many of those they were looking for. After a quick rundown of the…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Your bonfires and campfires will have to be put on hold in certain locations but fall is right around the corner. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has issued a burn ban at all state parks effective immediately. The ban is a response to the dry weather, a condition that can influence dangerous blazes. On…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Mississippi’s students have hit a record high in the state’s standardized testing. The Mississippi Department of Education has released the results for the 2022-2023 school year Mississippi Academic Assessment Program, or MAAP, testing, and scores are up across all subject areas. The state averages show marked improvement in the percentage of students scoring Proficient or Advanced in…