MSU allows first generation students to meet others like them

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- It can bring an immense sense of pride for a family to see a first-generation college student pursuing higher education. This week, Mississippi State University is hosting special events for students who are the first in their families to attend college. Kay Ann Matlock is the first in her family to attend college. The Mississippi State junior…

Columbus police search for man who stole woman’s car Monday

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – This is the car Columbus Police said was stolen early Monday. The 1996 Oldsmobile Model 88 was taken from the home of a Columbus resident near the Highway 82 bypass at Love’s Truck Stop. Columbus Police said a man pushed his way into the home of a Columbus woman early Monday, after repeatedly ringing the doorbell….

West Point has moderate voter turnout at polls

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – A hotly contested judge’s race and a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives drove West Point voters to the polls today. Election officials described today’s early turnout as moderate. Of particular interest in Clay County, and across the Golden Triangle, are the seats on the 16th Judicial Circuit Bench. Judges Lee Coleman and Lee…

EMCC hosts annual Military Tribute for Veterans Day

MAYHEW, Miss. (WCBI) – East Mississippi Community College gets an early start on recognizing Veteran’s Day. EMCC hosted its annual Military Tribute at the Lyceum on the Mayhew Campus. College President Scott Alsobrooks along with faculty and staff recognized Military Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members representing all branches of the Armed Forces. The featured speaker was former Starkville Police Chief,…