Mississippi State University Students Celebrating Culture

National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15th-October 15th

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) –  National Hispanic Heritage Month began on September 15th. And Mississippi State University’s Latino Student Association is celebrating all month. The group is working to bring more awareness to the diverse backgrounds it represents. Hispanics currently make up nearly 3% of Mississippi State University’s student population. And students say having a cultural-based organization helps give them a…

Community members need to be cautious when helping people in the area

WEST POINT, MISS. (WCBI) – Last week a woman was stabbed after trying to help a teen she thought was in trouble. Now people are asking, who can you trust? Southern Hospitality is ingrained in many of us, and when you see a person that is asking for assistance sometimes it is hard to say no. Before you ask how…

Tupelo group prepares to help hurricane victims in Florida

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A North East Mississippi group is preparing to help Floridians after the hurricane. Eight Days of Hope says it is ready to help if they are needed. Of course, they hope the damage is minimal, but Ian is forecasted to be a major hurricane. The group says they have heavy equipment, a feeding trailer, a laundry…

Houston Miss. hosts Fall Flywheel Festival this weekend

HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) – If you like antique tractors, old motors, and other collectibles, the Flywheel Festival in Houston is the place for you this weekend. The Fall Flywheel Festival is taking place at Joe Brigance Park. There are vendors showing off their flywheels, antique tractors, collectibles, and other attractions. There is also food, games for kids, and a lot…

State senator brings agencies together for homeless veterans

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A state senator from Northeast Mississippi is bringing local, state, and federal agencies together to do something for homeless veterans in Tupelo. District Six State Senator Chad McMahan hosted a roundtable discussion in Tupelo about the increasing number of homeless veterans. The discussion included local, state, and federal agencies and organizations. Senator McMahan says the discussion…

The Louisville Community comes together to help a friend in need

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – People in Louisville are coming together to help a neighbor and friend. The condition of Rita Taylor’s home was deteriorating, so, the community decided to step in. When you have lived in a city your whole life, your community can become your family. That’s why people in Louisville have been raising money to help a neighbor…