WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Consolidated School District is stepping up security at football games starting this Friday night. The district announced Monday everyone will go through a security checkpoint before entering the game. All students in K-7th grade must be supervised by an adult. There will also be a clear bag policy in place. Only certain-sized…
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Prentiss County investigators say two people were test driving a truck and later returned to steal it. This is the truck investigators say a man and woman stole. It is a gray/tan 2008 GMC Sierra Denali, king cab, 4×4 truck. The victim told deputies a man and woman came to his home in Jumpertown to…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Tonight, 1 in 6 people in the state of Mississippi will go to bed hungry. Not knowing where your next meal is coming from is called food insecurity. It’s a huge problem. And one that scientists at Mississippi State talked about today with elected leaders, farm managers, educators, and the business community Imagine rationing your food. Being…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – These days every penny counts. Especially when it comes to heating and cooling your home. Find out how 4-County can help you. Here’s a healthy living spotlight. “I’m Ronnie Vernon, marketing specialist for 4-County Electric. A big part of my job is advising members on ways to lower their power bills, especially senior members who may…
NORTH MISSISSIPPI, Miss. (WCBI) – Fall is definitely in the air, which means cooler temps in the morning and late at night. But you need to think twice before using fire to warm up outdoors. “As fun as that sound that sounds with campfires and warming up and s’mores and all the good stuff that comes with fall but with…
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) – Eupora police released a new clue in the case of a deadly shooting. Investigators want to talk to the owner and driver of this car. Police believe the vehicle is a 2011 or 2013 Hyundai Elantra. In a Facebook post, officers say they have reason to believe a person in the car could be of interest…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Local governments continue to develop spending plans for American Rescue Plan Act money. At today’s meeting, Lowndes County Supervisors reviewed a number of areas where they plan to use the federal funds. Some are closer to being finalized than others. An incentive pay plan for county workers is just waiting on signatures and paperwork. Those…
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI)- You may have noticed some changes if you live in Mississippi and receive SNAP benefits. Starting October 1st, USDA increased benefits for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program due to the annual SNAP cost of living adjustment and inflation. More people with higher levels of income may be eligible for the SNAP program because of the…
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Oktibbeha County employees have a new office space. The board of supervisors hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning for the new public services building. Offices had been located in downtown Starkville for years. Elected leaders believe this is a positive step forward for the employees and the county. “We’re very excited about the new…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Legislature may not be in session, but lawmakers are still at work preparing for next year. That was one of the messages from Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann today. Hosemann was speaking to business and community leaders in Starkville. He touted the accomplishments of this year’s session but said there are some things he would like…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus police are investigating a weekend shooting on the city’s south side. The gunfire happened in the area of 6th Street and 8th Avenue South, just after 6 p.m. on Sunday. Police cameras on 7th Street South were able to capture a vehicle driving by after the shooting. It appears people inside both vehicles were shooting…
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – Three men are arrested after a hold-up at an Oxford apartment complex. Oxford police charged Trinity Brooks, Deandre Kidd, and Tycarious Collins with armed robbery. This past Thursday OPD got a call about a robbery at an Old Taylor Road complex. Officers arrived to find several men running towards a vehicle matching the description the caller…
SOUTH CAROLINA (WCBI) – Hurricane Ian travels to South Carolina. You are looking at a video at Ocean Isle Beach sent by our sister station WWAY. This is near the state line. Gusting winds and heavy rain is taking their toll on the coast. Of course, the beach area is empty as violent waves take place. There are reported floods…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – Future police officers spent their week learning different driving techniques they will use when they are on the streets. Police officers on patrol will spend 80 to 90% of their time during a shift in their vehicles. That’s why each class of cadets spends a full week on the driving course. “It helps avoid collision with…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – There’s no place like home. But, there may come a time when you need a place that feels like home, with a little extra help. Here’s a healthy living spotlight with Aurora Health and Rehabilitation. “At Aurora Health and Rehabilitation, our goal is to provide dignity in life for those we serve. We strive to make…
Ever wonder what causes plants to pop with color in the Fall? Meteorologist Jackson Chastain covers the transition to Fall in this week’s Weather Whys! Categories: Featured, Featured Weather, Local News, Weather
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Leaders in business, government, and education gathered for a summit to help prepare students for careers in Northeast Mississippi. The “Imagine the Possibilities Summit” was held at the Orchard Church in Tupelo. The event is a chance for schools, businesses, and community members to see the resources available for high school students. The audience heard from…
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI)- A family in Caledonia gives back to their community this weekend by providing students with new tools to express themselves. “She was very excited when she got that call I gotta tell you,” said Winters. A call that could change the future for some art students at Caledonia High School. A few months ago Caledonia Native and…
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Home is where the heart is, and Noxubee County High school alumni are back in the place they love. Hundreds of graduates are participating in homecoming festivities this week. The Noxubee County High School Alumni Association was formed many years ago to keep graduates connected. Each year during the high school’s homecoming, the alumni association…
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Monroe County deputies make an arrest after a tussle at a safety checkpoint. Now, James Dean Hand is charged with resisting arrest and failure to comply with a lawful order by a police officer. Sheriff Kevin Crook says the checkpoint was at Clay Hill and Liberty Roads on Wednesday. When deputies ordered Hand out of…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Louisville man is accused of attacking two innocent bystanders after an argument with his girlfriend. The incident happened on the Mississippi State campus. Now, 21-year-old Elijah Wilkes is charged with robbery, mayhem, malicious mischief, simple assault, and littering. MSU Police Chief Vance Rice says the argument with Wilkes and his girlfriend happened inside of a…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A 4-county crew is on the way to Florida to help get the lights back on for the millions affected by Hurricane Ian. The crew of 12 left 4-County around 7 o’clock this morning. They will be assisting a sister cooperative in restoring power to residents hit by Ian’s high winds and storm surge. Linemen…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – There is a new fire station in the All-America City. Ribbon cutting ceremonies were held at Fire Station Number Two at the Corner of Clayton Avenue and Blair Street. The new fire station replaces the 64-year-old building on West Main that had structural issues. The $1 million fire station was funded through part of a $10…