Barbeque contest in Fulton allows community to come together

Barbeque contests have long been a tradition in the City of Fulton.

FULTON, Miss. (WCBI) – Barbeque contests have long been a tradition in the City of Fulton. On June 3, the city held its first-ever “Barbaroke” in downtown Fulton which combines Barbeque and Karaoke. The Barbeque contestants were busy preparing for three different categories, “Chicken,” “Pork” and “Anything goes.” Contestants competed for cash prizes in the three categories and were able…

Plane crash in Tupelo kills 2 people

Two are dead after a plane crash at the Tupelo Regional Airport Saturday.

TUPELO, Miss (WCBI) – Two are dead after a plane crash at the Tupelo Regional Airport Saturday. The crash happened around 8 a.m. Two passengers were on board but have not been identified yet. Tupelo Police Chief John Quacka said it takes everyone working together to respond to a scene like this. “Originally police responses, the fire department responds, medical…

Investigators say how communities can help solve cases

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – With recent shootings in the area, law enforcement is working within the community to piece together who is involved. Sometimes communication is lost between residents in the area and investigators. Investigators in Lousiville said that sometimes their biggest asset is the community because they are the eyes and ears of their area. Captain of Investigations, Mike…

Area pregnancy service provider wants to make resources accessible

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – There have been recent horrific events played out in Macon, Columbus, and Booneville, involving expecting mothers and their newborns. Some maternal service providers in our area believe if more people are aware of the support available, there would be fewer tragic outcomes. WCBI met with organizers of the Life Choices Pregnancy Care Centers to learn how…

Home away from home: Some people choose new way to vacation

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – As the summer season kicks off, some families may be looking for a different kind of vacation. Staycations, or extended vacations, are gaining popularity. What once started off as a burger shack on the banks of a fishing hole, evolved into a nationally known vacation spot for travelers across the country. The Lake Tiak-O’Khata resort now…

Crews finish last of repairs to dams in Columbus and Bevill

Two years ago, heavy rain caused barges to break loose at Bevill Lock and Dam in Alabama and Stennis Lock and Dam in Columbus, causing damage at both sites.

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Two years ago, heavy rain caused barges to break loose at Bevill Lock and Dam in Alabama and Stennis Lock and Dam in Columbus, causing damage at both sites. Crews have now finished the last of the repairs. Operations Manager Justin Murphree said now the dam will be stronger than ever. “The water flowing around the…