Local groups help fight hunger by making lunch bags in Columbus
A group that usually helps in the fight against addiction spent the morning helping fight hunger.
Pets Without Partners (Hillary) – 08/15/25
On this week’s Pets Without Partner, Joey talks with Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society’s Trudy about her special guest Hillary.
Woman indicted for taking money from a booster club in Lowndes Co.
A woman accused of taking money from a high school booster club is indicted.
Man faces several charges after a domestic violence in Clay Co.
A Domestic Violence call leads to several charges against a Clay County man.
Two men arrested in connection with vehicle theft in Bessemer
Two Aberdeen men are arrested in Clay County in connection with a vehicle theft in Bessemer, Alabama.
Iuka man sentenced to 8 years federal prison for child porn
An Iuka man will spend the next eight years in federal prison for child pornography.
Pickens County receives a second ambulance service
Pickens County announced that they have received a second brand new ambulance.
Mantachie comes together to support its athletes
Annual 'Meet the Mustangs' event raises funds for all athletic programs in the schools
The town of Mantachie is showing its support for all athletes with a full day of activities and fundraising this weekend.
New water flow will soon come to Reform
Contractors are already working at the water system site, knowing new additions will make a difference.
New Hope School holds memorial in remembrance of 2 students
Balloons filled the sky at New Hope High School in remembrance of two young lives lost.
Calhoun County to receive portable driver’s license testing/renewal
Drivers and drivers-to-be in Calhoun County will have a more convenient way to get their licenses and renewals.
Michael Edwards takes role as new police chief in West Point
After former Chief Avery Cook’s retirement, Chief Michael Edwards officially took the role on Tuesday, August 12.
Ugliest Grill Winner – 08/13/2025
Congratulations to John and Kim Harris for winning the Ugliest Grill Contest!
Starkville Habitat for Humanity holds groundbreaking ceremony
A Starkville family will be beginning a new chapter in their lives in a new home.
Lafayette Co. Police continues crackdown on cyberstalking cases
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office continues its crackdown on cyberstalking cases.
Midday (Senior Wellness Health Fair) – 08/14/25
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Ular Williams and Yolander Jones about the upcoming Senior Wellness Health Fair.
Animal Health (Wizer) – 08/14/25
Today, the folks over at Emerson’s Animal Hospital have brought in Wizer, who has some bladder stones. Join in as they show you everything they can do to keep your fur baby happy.
Arrest made in Starkville homicide (Update)
An arrest has been made in a Starkville homicide
We now know the name of the woman charged in connection with a deadly stabbing in Starkville.
Famous Maroon Band member marches through obstacles
Joseph Guarisco returned to marching band for the first time since battling cancer.
This is Joseph Guarisco’s first summer back on the field since his battle with cancer.
Buyers and vendors share outlook on summer market furniture industry
Experts say tariffs will bring more jobs to Mississippi furniture factories
The Summer Market is underway, and buyers from stores across the country are writing orders for the next six months. Vendors and buyers are reporting a strong market.
Vernon: Steady government, steady growth
In Vernon, there hasn’t been a municipal election since 2012, because there hasn’t been any opposition to the current leadership.
Friendly City Books to host 2nd annual Possumtown Book Fest
Summer is “festival season”, and this weekend Columbus has one you can enjoy indoors, in the air conditioning. Friendly City Books is hosting its second annual Possumtown Book Fest.
Next to Nature (St. John’s Wort) – 08/13/2025
You can find St. John’s Wort in the wild here in North Mississippi. We learn more about the plant, its effect, and its history in this week’s Next to Nature.
Midday (Wine Testing) – 08/13/25
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Melanie Hankins Booth as they do a wine tasting in the studio