WCBI Sunrise (Festival of Trees) – 10/27/25
Today’s WCBI Sunrise includes Kealy talking with Trish Cunetto about the upcoming Festival of Trees.
Local haunted house helps cancer patients
Kendrick Marshon Bankhead, affectionately known as KJ, was first diagnosed with cancer shortly after his 2nd birthday.
Goldton at Adelaide fed the everyday heroes
First responders see and deal with the worst of the worst, but don’t always get appreciation for what they do. A local Senior living home is stepping up to make sure all their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
New deputy continues long Thin Blue Line of service for family
NMLETC graduate is from family with 150 years of law enforcement experience over four generations
Thirty men and women are now members of the brotherhood and sisterhood known as the Thin Blue Line.
Man arrested on drug and weapon charges in Starkville
Starkville Police made an arrest for drug charges and weapon possession following a search warrant.
WCBI presents Disney On Ice 4-pack ticket sweepstakes!
Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures skates into Tupelo’s Cadence Bank Arena from November 13 through November 16.
MUW celebrates Sonya Kovalevsky High School Mathematics Day
Math is everywhere. That’s one of the messages behind Mississippi University for Women’s celebration of Sonya Kovalevsky High School Mathematics Day.
Miss. Governor speaks out on cosmetology and barbering licenses
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves said he will appoint board members when it is legally allowed.
MSMS hosts annual Science Carnival in Columbus
Some area students got a chance to get out of the classroom and see the fun side of science.
Voting now open for WCBI’s/FOX4’s Halloween Houses Contest
Go to wcbi.com/contests to vote for your favorite spooky displays.
24-hour boil water notice issued for areas of Lee and Monroe Co.
Some customers of the Cason Water District need to take extra precautions for the next 24 hours.
Pets Without Partners (Betty) – 10/24/25
Today on Pets Without Partners, Grace Brister talks with Brandy and her special guest, Betty.
Pontotoc woman owns thriving businesses focused on fashion and food
Nikki Williams is a business owner who inspires female entrepreneurs
October is set aside as “Women’s Small Business Month”, a time to celebrate the achievements of female entrepreneurs. And one Northeast Mississippi business owner is proof that hard work, determination, and loyalty to employees are some key ingredients for success.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Starkville
The 122-room Hotel Madelon will serve as an anchor for the planned Crossroads development. It is the first phase of a four-phase project designed to draw people to the city to visit and live and help improve the city’s bottom line.
MSU Athletics informs business owners about NIL future
MSU Athletics is collaborating with the Starkville Partnership to use name, image, and likeness as a way to maximize its brands.
MSU to host special Howell at the Moon event
Mississippi State’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, along with the Astronomy Club, plans to host a special event just in time for Halloween.
City of Columbus announces proceedings for Zumba in Pink
The City of Columbus announced today, October 23, that the proceeds from the event, organized by the city’s First Lady Stephanie Jones and Parks and Recreation Director Greg Lewis, will go to the Columbus Imaging Center.
Starkville to host its annual Pumpkin Palooza event
Starkville is hosting its annual Pumpkin Palooza for children and families today, October 23.
Secretary of State Office reminds absentee voters of upcoming elections
There are a number of elections and special elections coming up on November 4, and the Secretary of State’s Office is reminding absentee voters that now is the time to act.
Social Media video leads to two arrests in Baldwyn
A video on social media helped lead to serious charges against two Baldwyn residents.
Animal Health (Pretzel’s Check up) – 10/23/25
Today Karen Emerson is with Hannah as they talk about Hannah’s pet snake, Pretzel and the importance of a physical check up.
New sawmill expansion in Choctaw County
Southeastern Timber Products has expanded, bringing more jobs and business to the area.
More than 2,000 8th graders explore careers in skilled trades
More than 2,000 8th-grade students got to explore careers in construction and skilled trades at the 6th annual FORGE Your Path Career Expo.
Tupelo Rotary Club donates over $12,000 to local nonprofits
During the regular meeting of the Tupelo Rotary Club, local non-profits received grants for various projects.