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NEMCC gets big boost for its workforce development training programs

Gov. Tate Reeves presented a 2.2 million dollar check to NEMCC from Accelerate Mississippi
Allie Martin,

BOONEVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – The $2.2 million check will help North East Mississippi Community College enhance its truck driving training program by funding two simulators for students. The money will also help create another LPN class for future healthcare workers. The funding came from Accelerate Mississippi, the centralized office promoting workforce development. “We were creating this office of workforce development…

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Pandemic babies could be more at risk for develpmental delays

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss (WCBI) – As the COVID pandemic begins to fade, new studies are now showing some of the lasting effects. Recent research suggests that babies conceived and born during the pandemic face social and communication developmental delays. The pandemic not only shut the country down but may also have shifted the future development of the next generation. A study…

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MSU pays tribute to veterans by joining the Blue Star Memorial Program

Eric Lampkin,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A tribute to military veterans is unveiled on the Mississippi State University campus today. MSU is the first Mississippi university to join the Blue Star Program. The Garden Clubs of Mississippi and the Sonny Montgomery Center for America’s Veterans dedicated the marker today. The Blue Star Memorial honors all veterans of America’s armed forces. MSU’s Director…

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UPS Store donates new books to middle school in Starkville

Kealy Shields,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – 11 cases of new books were donated to Partnership Middle School in Starkville. The UPS Store in Starkville made this generous donation through its participation with its corporate partnership, Toys for Tots. Funds were raised during their 2021 holiday season. They hope their partnership with the school will continue to impact the community. “We’re super excited…

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Monroe County deputies arrest man for fleeing, trafficking drugs

Joey Barnes,

MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A West Point man is arrested in Monroe County on several drug charges. Charterious Moore is charged with aggravated trafficking of methamphetamine, felony fleeing, and possession of marijuana. Deputies set up a safety checkpoint at the intersection of Highway 382 and 25, south of Aberdeen on October 16th. Investigators say Moore sped away from deputies….

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Oktibbeha County deputies still looking for grave vandal

Joey Barnes,

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Oktibbeha County deputies are still searching for the person that vandalized a grave. The incident happened at Memorial Garden Cemetery on Oktoc Road back on October first. Deputies say someone stole an urn and scattered ashes on the property. Some grave markers were also reportedly taken. If you have any information you can call the…

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Former Starkville firefighter indicted for embezzlement

Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A former Starkville firefighter is indicted on an embezzlement charge. This past May we told you about the arrest of Clarence Parks. Now, an Oktibbeha County Grand Jury has indicted him. He is charged with embezzlement: fraud committed in public office. The investigation started after internal and external complaints. In the indictment, prosecutors allege he used…

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Three candidates left in the running to be next Columbus police chief

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The search for Columbus’s next top cop is narrowed down to three candidates. A search committee interviewed seven people before selecting the finalists. The final three were selected for a meeting this morning. Sources tell WCBI that no one currently employed at the Columbus Police Department made the list. The names of those candidates have not…

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Starkville offers a way for locals to shop, dine, and save

Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss (WCBI)- With the Holidays right around the corner, and inflation taking a bite out of everybody’s budgets, finding good deals is extra important right now. The fall season is here, which means the holiday season is near, and Starkville is offering some ways for residents to shop and not break the bank. Hunter Harrington, director of the Greater…

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Man charged with involuntary manslaughter in Webster County

Ansley Perkins,

WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A shooting in Webster County over the weekend left one man dead. The other has been charged with involuntary manslaughter. It happened near the Clarkson Community. Webster County Sheriff David Gore told WCBI the two men knew each other and were known to shoot guns together. His investigators believe the shooting was accidental. “Somewhere around…

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City of Columbus’ forensic lab gets funding from Lowndes County

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The City of Columbus’ forensic lab gets some financial help from Lowndes County. At today’s meeting, Supervisors voted to use a share of the County’s ARPA money to buy a new gas mass spectrometer for the Forensics Lab. The device is used to test drug samples. Columbus formed its own drug lab in response to long…

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Weekend shooting in Columbus leaves one man injured

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A man is injured in a weekend shooting in Columbus. The gunfire happened at about 9:40 on Saturday night in the area of Waterworks Road and Byrnes Circle. WCBI learned the man was shot in the leg. Columbus police have not released any information about the shooting. Sources tell WCBI that no arrest has been made….

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Tupelo church celebrates milestone

King City Church celebrates new name, same message
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – A Tupelo church less than ten years old recently celebrated a milestone. Seven years ago, a handful of people from Cornerstone Church in Southaven planted a church with the same name in Tupelo. The membership quickly grew over the years, and recently, the church on Briar Ridge became self-sufficient enough to change its name to King…

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People in the community go to the 18th Annual Caledonia Days

Ansley Perkins,

CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI)- Today is part two of the 18th annual Caledonia Days event. It’s been 18 years since the first ever Caledonia Days Festival and after almost 2 decades, the event welcomes hundreds of people each year. Vendors from Caledonia, Columbus, and surrounding areas set up booths for festivalgoers. They are thankful for the people that support their businesses….