WCBI Midday Guest (UNCCF Banquet) – 12/27/22
Golden Triangle United Negro Committee College Fund
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JTS Mortgage Minute (Market Update)- 12/27/22
JTS Mortgage Minute (Market Update)- 12/27/22
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Mississippi Highway Patrol releases holiday travel report
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol releases its Home for the Holidays travel numbers. Sadly, seven people died in car crashes on Mississippi highways between December 23 and December 26. That’s up from one fatal crash last year. Troopers wrote over 5,200 citations and made 80 DUI arrests. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter Categories: State…
Special election will be held for District 23 House of Representatives seat
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – As we roll into the new year, a special election will be held for a seat in the state House. Three candidates are on the ballot for the District 23 House of Representatives position. Perry Van Bailey, Andy Clark, and Andy Stepp. The special election will be on January 10. District 23 covers portions of Calhoun, Grenada,…
Massive fire burns through Shuqualak Lumber Monday night
SHUQUALAK, Miss. (WCBI) – A massive fire ripped through Shuqualak Lumber Monday night. This is a video sent to us by Freddie Poindexter. Flames were seen shooting high in the air around 11 last night. Shuqualak Lumber is at 87 Oak Street. An investigation is underway into what sparked the massive fire at Shuqualak Lumber. The company said one of…
Pontotoc robbery suspect yet to be found
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WCBI)- A robbery suspect in Pontotoc has yet to be found and the Pontotoc Police Department needs your help in the investigation. Images show the suspect inside the Treasure Loans on West Reynolds street in Pontotoc. Police say around 1:45 Friday afternoon, the suspect pulled out a handgun and demanded money from the employees. If you know…
Customers look for deals the day after Christmas
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Christmas is over but the shopping is still going strong. The holiday season always brings out the best bargains but some of those deals get a little sweeter on the days following Christmas. Anna Barnhill says the gift cards she got on Christmas day last a little longer when the items she wants are on sale….
Christmas Eve shooting: family members who were at the party speak out
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Christmas Eve party turned violent with one person dead and four others injured. The shooting happened in the 90 block of Luxapilla Drive at around 10:40 Saturday night. It was truly the nightmare before Christmas for one family. A holiday pajama party turned into the scene of a shooting. Family members who were at the…
Louisville Water System asking residents to limit water use
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The City of Louisville and Louisville Water System are asking for help from residents. With extra water use over the holidays, and temperatures rising above freezing after a couple of days of extremely cold weather, broken pipes and water leaks will likely be a growing problem. The Louisville Water System is asking residents to conserve water…
One person dies at Christmas Eve gathering in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (PRESS RELEASE) – A Columbus Christmas Eve party turns violent with one person dead and four other people injured in a shooting. Incoming Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry says two people remain in critical condition and two others are stable. “Police were called to the 90 block of Luxapilila Drive at approximately 10:40 p.m. on December 24, 2022. An…
Tupelo Salvation Army helps find warm beds for anyone who needs shelter
The area's only homeless shelter puts extra beds out and opens its Community Center during the day when the temperatures drop
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tupelo area’s only homeless shelter is making sure no one has to sleep outside. Isaac Smith was in the news earlier this week when he signed his letter of intent to play football at MSU. This morning, the IAHS senior was handing out blankets at the Tupelo Salvation Army. “As a child, I would always…
Single-digit temperatures freeze sprinklers in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – This is what happens when the sprinklers keep going in single-digit temperatures. This area is along Main Street in downtown Columbus. The sprinklers were left on overnight and all that water froze. Most drivers took it slow through that area which was a sheet of solid ice most of the day. And the shrubs that benefit…
Local power company encourages customers to save energy
TVA Rolling Blackouts
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Last night 4-County electric consumers experienced power outages due to heavy wind and cold temperatures. But according to the power provider’s CEO, this morning’s outages were part of a bigger plan with the Tennessee Valley Authority to converse energy. “This has never happened in the history of 4-County, TVA needed our help. We needed to…
Volunteers surprise senior citizens with Christmas gifts
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – 300 senior citizens had a Christmas surprise, thanks to a group of Guardian Angels. The “Guardian Angels” is a ministry that provides care for the elderly population. Founder Heather Sartin enlisted the help of students from local public and private schools. The children collected items for gift baskets, such as shampoo, mouthwash, gifts, and other items….
How to keep your pets protected in cold weather
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The cold temperatures can require people to winterize their homes and find ways to keep warm. However, on cold days like these, it’s important to remember our four-legged friends and take the right steps to keep them out of the cold. It’s freezing outside, so of course, you are not going to risk your health…
Local store owner notices new trend for family holiday menus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Today is the Eve before Christmas Eve. And Holiday shoppers are still getting gifts under the tree and food for holiday meals. And local store owner Clint Townsend of the Columbus Sunflower Grocery Store said he noticed a few trends this holiday season. While turkey and ham are usually holiday staples, ribeye has become popular. For…
Local plumbing company helps deal with frozen, burst pipes
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Local plumbers have had their work cut out for them today due to the low temperatures. Klutts plumbing owner Justin Klutts made a social media post telling the public to get in contact with him and his crew for helpful tips on how to manage if pipes are frozen. Several people did get frozen or burst…
Starkville warming shelter on Lynn Lane will remain open two more nights
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The warming shelter in Starkville will be open for two more nights. The Oktibbeha County Emergency Management Agency opened the Safe Room on Lynn Lane last night. It will reopen tonight at 8 p.m. and will stay open until 8 a.m. Saturday morning. EMA Director Kristen Campanella said the warming shelter will also be open during…
Pets Without Partners- 12/23/22
Categories: lifestyle, PETS WITHOUT PARTNERS, Special Guests
Tennessee Valley Authority institutes rolling blackouts
NORTH MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Unprecedented cold brings unprecedented changes to the region’s power grid. The Tennessee Valley Authority ordered rolling blackouts throughout the area to reduce stress and power on its grid. This meant customers were asked to reduce power as much as possible until further notice. Postpone using large appliances, such as dishwashers and stoves. Turn down your thermostat….
Uncorked (Next Round part one) 12/22/22
Bobbie and Zach discuss wine flights at Next Round in Starkville.
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Santa Claus made his stop early in Aberdeen on Thursday
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Santa Claus made his stop early in Aberdeen. Aberdeen native and founder of Holliday Helping Hands Katina Holliday-Wiseman flew Santa’s Sleigh in from California to bring smiles to her hometown. The husband and wife Duo started this trend of helping others in 2020. And executive director Rori Eddi Hebison said she is happy to witness the…
Last minute shoppers are welcome sight for retailers at area’s regional mall
The Mall at Barnes Crossing sees increase in shoppers the week of Christmas
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The area’s largest mall was full of shoppers looking for those Christmas sales. At M & K Suits, Souleymeme Dia was making sure the latest dress coats, shoes, shirts, and accessories were in place for those last-minute Christmas shoppers. He even brought in his sister from Memphis to help out. He said it’s been a busy…
Webster County Sheriff’s Office hosts annual toy drive
WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. ( WCBI) – The Webster County Sheriff’s Office spread Christmas cheer Thursday with their annual toy drive. Members of the community collected and donated toys throughout the month to give out to area families. Kids were able to come by and pick out a toy and some were even able to get a new bike. Sheriff David…