EF1 tornado hits portion of Chickasaw County Sunday night

CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Strong storms hit several counties in our area Sunday night and left debris and downed power lines. People who live in the Road Chapel area in Chickasaw County said the storms came quickly but they were strong. The clean-up process is underway for most, but one family nearly lost it all “It’s devastating, but it’s…

Man faces multiple charges after reportedly stealing deputy vehicle

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The man accused of stealing a Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department cruiser is facing a slew of charges. 25-year-old Marcus White is facing nearly a dozen charges that are a combination of felonies and misdemeanors. He was charged with felony taking of a motor vehicle, DUI, possession of meth, and resisting arrest, along with two counts…

New program at MSU geared toward helping older students reach goals

MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – A new program at Mississippi State is helping older students meet their goals and reach for new opportunities. Susan Seal, dean of the newly created College of Professional and Continuing Studies, briefed Starkville business and community leaders on the school’s mission. The College of Professional and Continuing Studies is geared toward older learners who may…