Members with Mississippi State University showcased a new aircraft
The crew at the Raspet Flight Research Lab at Mississippi State University unveiled the Teros UAS
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Mississippi State University is a leader in developing unmanned aircraft. On Thursday, the Raspet Flight Research Lab unveiled the result of years of research and development; its largest uncrewed aircraft to date. The crew at the Raspet Flight Research Lab at Mississippi State University unveiled the Teros UAS to members of the Starkville community Thursday morning. “The…
Community members are offering a helping hand after storm
After the storm, the real work begins
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- After the storm, the real work begins. Families affected by Tuesday night’s tornado are now in the clean-up stage. Families are shuffling through years of precious memories trying to salvage anything they can. Thanks to the help of some community volunteers, they won’t have to do it alone. Youth Pastor David Dees said this is not…
Local cities, counties, towns featured in ‘Christmas at the Mansion’
Northeast Mississippi well represented with annual decorations at historic residence
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Northeast Mississippi children, artists, and adults are well represented at this year’s Christmas at the Governor’s Mansion. As soon as you walk into the foyer of the Governor’s Mansion, the Christmas greenery and the ornaments on the trees grab your attention. This year’s theme for “Christmas at the Mansion” was “A Mississippi Hometown Christmas”. First Lady…
Small plane makes emergency landing on Hwy 45 north of Aberdeen
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – An experimental plane made an unexpected landing in Monroe County today. The aircraft came to a stop on Highway 45, just north of Aberdeen, just before 11 a.m. Police Chief Quinell Shumpert said the pilot was not injured. The unidentified pilot from North Carolina told WCBI that he simply ran out of gas and had…
Timothy Herrington, Jr. has been released on bond
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – Timothy Herrington, Jr. has been released on bond. It happened late this afternoon in Oxford. Herrington was charged in the death of Ole Miss student Jay Lee. Herrington was required to surrender his passport and wear an ankle monitor. His bond was paid at $250,000. Herrington was arrested in July. Lee’s body has never been found….
Local insurance agent says home, car insurance is different for everyone
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – You can never be too prepared when a disaster hits. However, you can ensure that you have home and vehicle insurance coverage. After the devastation from Tuesday night’s storm reflecting on your coverage plan is ideal. Angela Criddle of Shelter Insurance said that purchasing insurance is not a one size fits all method; however, this…
New Oktibbeha County court set to hear cases early next year
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – There is a new court and a new judge in Oktibbeha County. Lee Ann Turner was elected to preside over the newly-created county court during Tuesday’s runoff election. The court will handle all youth court cases and matters like eminent domain and eviction. Turner will also preside over cases transferred from chancery and circuit courts….
Tupelo Habitat for Humanity builds first concrete home in Mississippi
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Habitat for Humanity has provided homes for families across the region, and one home under construction in Tupelo will be not only a blessing for a single mother but also unique. Lena Ashby’s future home is being built by volunteers with Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Mississippi. Her four-bedroom and the two-bath house will have concrete…
Columbus’ next police chief discusses plans for the department
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus’ next police chief was in town today meeting with city leaders and talking about his plans for the department. Joseph Daughtry, Sr. will have a lot on his plate when he takes over the department next month, but he said he is up for the challenge. Daughtry wants to see a renewed focus on community…
MEMA released new damage numbers from Tuesday’s tornado outbreak
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency released new damage numbers from this week’s tornado outbreak. Preliminary numbers show 20 homes were damaged in Lowndes County, six in Choctaw, and one in Oktibbeha Counties. At this time, MEMA knows of 47 homes across the state that were damaged. The National Weather Service confirmed eight tornadoes touched down…
Mississippi Mason shares new music on WCBI
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus’ own Mississippi Mason debuts his Christmas song, “Run, Run Rudolph.” The Arena Studios will be hosting Mississippi Mason LIVE on Stage in Columbus this Saturday. The show features Ethan Oswalt, Mississippi Mason, and his band The River Crew. There will also be a special appearance by piano player Thomas Sanders of Natchez, MS. Mason Honnoll…
Animal Health (June the Great Dane; Stomach Knott Prevention) – 12/01/22
Animal Health (June the Great Dane; Stomach Knott Prevention) - 12/01/22
Preventing a twisted stomach in dogs like June the great dane. Categories: ANIMAL HEALTH
Drone Footage of Storm Damage in Steens Area – 11/29/2022
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – WCBI took drone footage of the areas hit hardest by the severe weather and tornado on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. This is the area of Steens, Miss. and around Highway 12. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter Categories: Featured, Local News
People in Hamilton have to take a detour after road collapses
HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI)- Tornadoes and high winds weren’t the only weather extremes last night. Those storm systems also brought heavy rains. And those rains have caused a major headache for residents and drivers around Hamilton. Last night’s rains caused a washout on Old Wolfe Road, forcing a detour for drivers and leaving a mess for the county’s Road Manager. After…
Next To Nature (Weed Removal) – 11/30/2022
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LCSO asks people to avoid damaged areas where they do not live
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is patrolling the area hardest hit by Tuesday night’s tornado. They are also asking that people who don’t live in the area steer clear of it for the time being. There are still some serious hazards around, such as downed lines, possible gas leaks, as well as tree and household…
LCBS issues emergency proclamation to receive relief resources
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is wasting no time clearing the way for relief help after Tuesday night’s storms. Supervisors issued a proclamation declaring an emergency in the county. The Emergency Declaration will allow the county to seek available resources from MEMA and FEMA to help in clean-up, debris removal, and rebuilding efforts. Final…
CEDARHILL ANIMAL SANCTUARY – BIT CAT PAINTINGS
CEDARHILL ANIMAL SANCTUARY - BIT CAT PAINTINGS
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Victim of deadly hit-and-run in Columbus has been identified
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – We now know the name of the man killed after being hit by a driver that left the scene of the Columbus crash. It happened Tuesday night just before midnight on 7th Avenue North near 21st Street North. Lowndes County Coroner Greg Merchant said 58-year-old Derrick Seals of Columbus died at the scene. Seals had apparently…
Steens resident shares experience of last night’s tornado
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The National Weather Service was in Lowndes County to survey the damage left behind by Tuesday night’s storms. But residents in the area are already beginning the difficult tasks of cleaning up, assessing, and preparing to rebuild. WCBI’s Rosalyn Freeman was in Steens as emergency crews and homeowners faced the “morning after”. As the sun…
American Red Cross gathers in Steens to assist with disaster relief
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The American Red Cross is on the ground near the Steens making sure everyone has what they need. We have told you that people were without power so much of their food is no good and they have likely lost a lot of their belongings in the tornado. The Disaster Program Manager for north Mississippi…
Five counties report last night’s storm damage to MEMA
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Damage reports are trickling in from across Mississippi after last night’s storms. Right now, only five counties have reported damage to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. However, these are preliminary numbers and more are expected. Of course, Choctaw and Lowndes Counties reported damage. Reports also came from Prentiss, Monroe, and Jasper Counties. No injuries or deaths have…
Northern Choctaw County areas report tornado damage, fallen trees
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Choctaw County also took the brunt of a potential tornado last night. Most of the damage happened in the northern part of the county. Law enforcement and emergency management said there are four structures that were damaged. Those reports came from Fellowship, Breland, Johnson, and Hester Roads. Trees were also down throughout the county. No…