MATHISTON, Miss. (WCBI) – While third grade reading test scores across Mississippi are approaching pre-pandemic numbers, some schools are exceeding them. Third graders at East Webster Elementary received a 97 percent pass rate for the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program. “Coming into third grade, students are already really scared of third grade because they know they have a gate test they…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus woman is accused of shooting into two apartments. 30-year-old Ashley Webber has been charged with two counts of shooting into an occupied dwelling. Columbus Police Chief Fred Shelton says the shooting happened at Cypress Park Apartments, on South Lehmberg Road, back on May 24th. Shelton tells WCBI Webber argued with some people and as…
BOONEVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – A Prentiss County woman is proof that age is not a factor when it comes to getting a college degree. When you walk into Ramsey Hall at NEMCC, the first person you see is Rochelle Jenkins, always ready with a smile and a wave. Jenkins has worked part-time at the recruiting office since she retired from…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – During a national infant formula shortage, Mississippi’s WIC program is helping participants receive benefits. With no reserve of infant formula, the WIC program is adding infant formula products and package sizes to the approved products list. These products are available until August The Mississippi State Department of Health says these new options for WIC are helping meet…
LOUSIVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Local law enforcement are concerned with the rise of youth gun violence in the area; not only for the teens, but for their officers out in the field. Juveniles have been carrying high caliber weapons and officers have been recovering them much more than they’d like to admit. High rates of gun violence nation wide continue to…
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Clay County murder trial continues Wednesday in West Point. Cameron Henderson is accused of killing Dale O’Neal in March 2019. Henderson and O’Neal were both inmates at the Clay County jail at the time. Today, two people that were on duty at the detention center testified in the trial. O’Neal was found dead in…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – There may not be a lot on the ballot, but there’s a lot on the line. Mississippi’s Primary Elections are less than a week away. And area Circuit Clerks want to make sure that you are ready. Up for grabs are the party nominations for the U.S. House of Representatives. In-person voting will be next Tuesday, June…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Visitors and Conventions Council is taking applications for its annual Sponsorship Grant Program. The Sponsorship Grant Program provides money for marketing for projects and events between October 1st this year and September 30th, 2023 that have a positive impact on the City of Starkville and increase tourism in the city. The VCC is a…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Airbus announced on May 23rd that the U.S. Army has once again awarded them a contract to support and maintain its fleet of Lakota helicopters, built at their facility in Columbus. The contract has the potential to generate around $1.5 billion in revenue for Airbus over the next five years. The Contractor Logistics Support Deal is…
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – A 21-year-old man is dead after the Lee County Sheriff says a domestic dispute escalated into a shooting. The shots fired call came into 9 1 1 around 5 Saturday morning. When Lee County deputies arrived at the Auburn Apartments, at the end of County Road 1562, they found 21-year-old Kavon Usher dead, from a gunshot…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- Preventing gun violence is much easier said than done. Recent tragedies have some people speaking out and taking action where they can. Friday, June 3, 2022 is national gun violence awareness day and in West Point the mayor, police chief, and sheriff will be helping one lady spread awareness in Sally Kate Winters Park. Reita Humphries…
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MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Memorial Day Holiday was extremely busy for the Mississippi Highway Patrol. Statewide, Troopers issued over 15,000 citations between Friday Morning and Midnight last night. That’s over 2.5 more than the same period last year. There were 375 DUI arrests. Up from just 160 last year. State Troopers also investigated 125 crashes, including 4 fatal wrecks. 4…
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- A Pontotoc County elected official is arrested following a traffic stop during Memorial Day weekend. Gary Dan McKnight, a member of the county board of supervisors, was allegedly speeding around 2:00 AM Sunday. Following a traffic stop by the Mississippi Highway Patrol, McKnight was arrested and charged with Speeding, Careless Driving, No Driver’s License on Demand,…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The director of Main Street Columbus says this year’s festival was a big hit. Barbara Bigelow visited the Rotary Club Tuesday to recap the Market Street Festival earlier in early May. This year’s festival returned to its normal schedule after making adjustments for the past two years. “It was a great market Street Festival,” said Bigelow. “We…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus City leaders approach Lowndes County Supervisors about joining forces to address water, sewage, and drainage issues affecting the city. Mayor Keith Gaskin and Chief Operating Officer Jammie Garrett spoke to supervisors about possibly sharing costs and working on some of the projects that the city has planned. Earlier this year, the City Council got a…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two vehicles crashed just before noon on Tuesday in Lowndes County. The two vehicles crashed on US 45 and MS 792. A log truck driven by Charles Edward Stennis of Meridian was west bound on MS 792 attempting to cross the road to US 45 when the front of his vehicle hit the right side…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Memorial Day is coming to a close but the grills will stay open all summer. Whether you prefer gas or charcoal, you need to be safe when operating a grill. Grilling safety may seem simple but you’d be surprised by what the Starkville Fire Department has seen over the years. WCBI reached out to Starkville Fire Chief…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s a motorcycle ministry with a mission to honor fallen soldiers. “Hellfighters Christian Ministries” sponsored a memorial ride to honor men and women who died while serving in Afghanistan last year. “Rolling Glory 3” began in California. The group made a stop in Columbus Monday. They’re traveling to each state with 13 American flags flying on…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Residents of West Point and Clay County came together this Memorial Day to remember servicemen and women who gave what President Abraham Lincoln called “The last full measure”, and also to honor local veterans who have passed on over the last year. The City of West Point and area businesses teamed up with the West…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Memorial Day is the unofficial start to Summer. And for many, Summer means getting out on the water. With the weather warming up, area boaters have been headed to the lakes and river to beat the heat. Over the long weekend, many took advantage of Memorial Day to get a little extra time on the…
OKTIBBEHA, County (WCBI) – In Oktibbeha County today people in the community remembered local men and women that lost their lives while serving their country. Even Community members like Mayor Lynn Spruill who is also a Veteran herself came to give her support. People from Starkville and Oktibbeha County gathered around the county’s Veterans Memorial at the courthouse to remember…
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI) – Caledonia community members hosted a pop-up shop Saturday, and it drew quite the crowd. Folks from Lowndes County and surrounding areas put out their best merchandise for citizens. Booths were covered with food options, clothing, and décor. A local vendor said the shop helps other small businesses with networking opportunities and shows other counties what Caledonia…