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Calhoun County schools will soon have armed, School Resource Officers

The district and sheriff's department will split the cost of the three deputies
Allie Martin,

CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Calhoun County schools will soon have armed, school resource officers patrolling the hallways.  It’s part of a partnership between the school district and the sheriff’s department, to make sure students and teachers are protected from any threat. Three School Resource Officers will be assigned to schools in Bruce, Vardaman, and Calhoun City.  It’s the result…

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Murder trial continues in Columbus

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Testimony begins today in a Columbus murder trial. Prosecutors called experts and investigators to the stand Tuesday. Jatavis Williams is charged with murder. He’s accused of shooting and killing 24-year-old Tarcari Walker in November 2020. The gunfire happened near the intersection of 22nd Street and 7th Avenue. Investigators believe Walker was shot in the street and…

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Lowndes County Board of Supervisor President discusses county projects

Eric Lampkin,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Even with rising prices and inflation, Lowndes County is in pretty good shape. Trip Hairston, President of the Lowndes County Board of Supervisors, briefed area business and community leaders on county projects and finances. Overall, the county’s financial health is good. The debt level is around 3 percent, which is well below the 15 percent…

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Police chase leads to multiple charges for Louisville man

Joey Barnes,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A police chase leads to a slew of charges for a man in Lousiville. Jamarcus Lewis bond is set at $30,000 following an arrest from Louisville Police. Lewis is charged with Felony Fleeing, Resisting Arrest, DUI Refusal, Open Container, Driving While License Suspended, No Insurance, Speeding, Reckless Driving, No Seatbelt, and Disobeying a Traffic Device. Categories:…

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Famous Maroon Band prepares to entertain fans

Famous Maroon Band prepares to entertain fans
Ansley Perkins,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- The Famous Maroon Band is gearing up for game days with up to five different shows they’ll showcase on the field. “I think that first game day is going to be electrifying,” said senior drum major, Kaz Shumpert. It’s Kaz Shumpert’s fourth year as part of the Famous Maroon Band. “I came in as a transfer from…

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West Point man accused of serial rape after police charge him in second 2003 cold case

Joey Barnes,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point Police have charged a suspect with a second rape connected with another cold case from 2003. During a press conference Wednesday at 12 p.m., Detective Ramirez Ivy and Assistant District Attorney Trina Davidson Brooks announced that 55-year-old Frederick Gandy is charged with another count of rape. “We didn’t make this discovery until we…

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Clay County Sheriff’s Department makes drug arrest in unrelated cases

Eric Lampkin,

CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Clay County Sheriff’s Office makes a pair of drug arrests in unrelated cases. Sheriff Eddie Scott says narcotics agents in his department found about 15 grams of Methamphetamine when they arrested 60 year old David Dewayne Poss of Prairie. Poss is charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia. He has been released…

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Itawamba Co. deputies made a arrest in a child sex crime investigation

Joey Barnes,

ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Itawamba County deputies made an arrest in a child sex crime investigation. 31-year-old Alan Young is charged with molestation. Investigators say his arrest happened on August 9th but the information was released this morning. Itawamba County deputies and child protective services made the arrest. No details were released by the sheriff’s department about the case….

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Jury selection began Monday in a Columbus murder trial

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Jury selection began Monday morning in a Columbus murder trial. Jatavis Williams was indicted for murder. He’s accused of shooting and killing 24-year-old Tarcari Walker. The gunfire happened near the intersection of 22nd Street and 7th Avenue North on November 9, 2020. Investigators believe Walker was shot in the street and ran onto the front porch…

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Local evangelist takes part in mission trip to bring hope to Uvalde, Texas

USA Youth Outreach conducted sports camps for youngsters in the town, shattered by a mass murder at an elementary school in May
Allie Martin,

MONROE COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI) – It has been nearly three months since the tragic mass murder at a public school in Uvalde , Texas that left 19 children and two adults dead. Recently, a local evangelist spent a week in the tiny Texas town as part of a mission trip to bring a listening ear, and hope to the grieving…

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The Golden Triangle may be close to landing its next major retailer

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- “It’s kind of dry… Basic… Boring,” said a Columbus shopper out and about Thursday. “Slim. It’s really slim pickings,” said another shopper. This is just a tiny sample of how consumers in the Golden Triangle describe the retail landscape. WCBI asked Kyle Cofer, the project director for the Retail Coach if Northeast Mississippi will ever get a…

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Community wide yard sale in benefits Monroe Co. Cross of Christ Project

Fundraising is picking up momentum for the cross project in Monroe County
Allie Martin,

HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI) – If you are looking for bargains on household items, clothes, Christmas decorations or other treasures, you may want to stop by the Hamilton Community Center on Saturday. The money raised will help build a symbol of hope in Monroe County. As a steady stream of customers sorted through tables filled with clothes, artwork, dinnerware and other…

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Tow truck drivers talk about how dangerous their job can be

Ansley Perkins,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Every job has its challenges and all businesses have rules to keep employees safe. But when it comes to towing services, their jobs can come with some unique hazards. When you see a tow truck, your first reaction is often to find out whose car is being taken. And tow truck drivers like Clay Stockman feel…

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The town of Eupora anticipates a large crowd this weekend

Small towns thrive on their yearly festivals and annual events
Joey Barnes,

EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI)- Small towns thrive on their yearly festivals and annual events. The big moments bring communities together, but even more, festivals can help bring economic traction to the town. City leaders in Eupora are hopeful to see large crowds and a big payoff this weekend. The town will host its second annual balloon festival where folks can ride…

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Car hits ambulance that was traveling to the hospital

Mary Carroll Sullivan,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Paramedics in Starkville needed a little extra help to make it to the hospital. An ambulance on a medical call was traveling south on North Jackson Street towards the hospital. Witnesses tell WCBI the driver of this black car didn’t yield to the ambulance, crashing into the emergency vehicle. The accident happened in the intersection of…

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Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally is here and underway

Eric Lampkin,

STURGIS, Miss. (WCBI) – The preparations are paying off. The Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally is here! Bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the Southeast have begun rolling into Oktibbeha County. Registration, entertainment, and food actually kicked off last night, but there has been a steady stream of cycles today. One of the highlights of the weekend is this evening’s…