Next to Nature (Photography)-12/28/22
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TVA investigates why rolling blackouts had to be implemented
TVA (WCBI) – The Tennessee Valley Authority is taking responsibility and investigating why it implemented rolling blackouts during a recent arctic blast that sent temperatures down to the single digits. TVA started asking local power companies to reduce power consumption this past Friday and Saturday. A system-wide power reduction of at least 5% was required each day. The utility corporation…
North Mississippi water treatment facilities change disinfectant
NORTH MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – A change in disinfectant for water treatment in North Mississippi may affect dialysis patients. A notice from the Northeast Mississippi Regional Water Supply District informed customers that chloramines will be used as a disinfectant beginning tomorrow. This change is of critical importance for customers who use home dialysis units. Free chlorine and chloramine can affect kidney…
Lee County Coroner identifies victim in fatal car crash Tuesday morning
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The woman killed in a Tupelo car crash has been identified. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said 37-year-old Shoshuna Wesco, of Houston, died in the accident. The crash happened on Highway 178, east of Tupelo, yesterday morning. Wesco was driving one of the vehicles involved. State troopers are investigating the accident. For 24/7 news and updates,…
Columbus leaders have requests to ask at Mississippi Legislative session
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The 2023 session of the Mississippi Legislature starts next week, and Columbus leaders have a few things they would like to get before lawmakers. The mayor and city council, along with representatives from the Link, Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Columbus Main Street met with area lawmakers this morning to request action and funding on a…
Illegal to shoot fireworks in town limits of Shuqualak
SHUQUALAK, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s almost the new year and just about everyone is excited about it, however, the town of Shuqualak wants to remind you that it is illegal to shoot off fireworks within the town limits. The new ordinance, which was approved earlier this year, includes firing any type of firearms such as pistols and shotguns. Several other…
MBI issues Endangered, Missing Child Alert for three children
PONTOTOC, Miss. (PRESS RELEASE) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has issued an Endangered/Missing Child Alert for 7-year-old Hazelie G. Payne, Hazelie Payne 1-year-old Eden A. Payne, and 1-year-old Willow B. Payne of Belden, MS, in Pontotoc County. Hazelie G. Payne is described as a white female, four feet tall, weighing eighty-five pounds, with brown eyes and brown, shoulder-length hair….
Louisville’s water system is back on; boil water notice still in effect
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The water in Louisville is back on. After days with little to no water or water pressure, the city said things are back to normal. About 3,500 customers on the Louisville Water System had been without water. City leaders said freezing temperatures, loss of water, and keeping up with the demand were putting a strain on…
Louisville mayor works with utility company to restore water in town
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The City of Louisville is without water for a second day. Residents all across town lost service around 4:30 yesterday afternoon. The Louisville Water System is now working to get over 3,500 customers their water. WCBI talked to the Mayor and the Manager of the city’s utility department to get an update. The City of Louisville…
One woman dies in car crash Tuesday morning in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A woman is dead after a three-car crash in Tupelo this morning. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said a 37-year-old woman died in the accident. The crash happened on Highway 178, east of Tupelo, at about 10 a.m. The victim was driving one of the vehicles involved. No names are being released at this time. State…
Shortages of children’s pain relief medicine are being felt locally
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Spikes in RSV, Flu, and COVID cases are contributing to nationwide shortages of children’s pain relief medicine. Those shortages are even being felt in the Golden Triangle. Many pharmacies are also running out of liquid antibiotics that would treat upper respiratory infections. Having a sick child is bad enough, but not being able to find…
Mayor of Reform announces boil water notice among other water issues
REFORM, Ala. (WCBI) – Some residents in Pickens County have been without water since Friday. For those that do have water, a boil water notice is in effect until further notice. Mayor Melody Davis said residents may be experiencing low or no water pressure right now. That is due to low water tank levels. Davis is making bottled water available…
Two escaped inmates from Raymond Detention Center may be in Texas
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two escaped inmates from the Raymond Detention Center are believed to be on the run in Texas. According to Sheriff Tyree Jones, 36-year-old Traverro McElroy and 31-year-old Tyler Payne were not at the jail for a headcount on Christmas morning. The two are believed to have stolen a car from Belmont church on Highway 18….
Joseph Daughtry has officially been sworn in as Columbus’ Police Chief
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Daughtry era is underway in the Columbus Police Department. Joseph Daughtry was sworn in today at the Municipal Complex. Daughtry previously served as police chief for the Natchez Police Department and is currently the president of the Mississippi Association of Chiefs of Police. Daughtry said he hopes to help rebuild trust between the police department…
CPD advises hiding trash boxes so thieves can’t see what you got
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – You may have heard the saying: don’t let everyone know your business. That is especially true for boxes that held your Christmas gifts. Columbus police are encouraging people to get rid of a few items at a time, collapse the boxes, and put them inside the garbage bin. This helps make sure potential thieves won’t see…
Paula Drungole-Ellis continues role for 14th Chancery Court District
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Paula Drungole-Ellis’ swearing-in ceremony solidified her continued role as the Senior Judge for the 14th Chancery Court District. The ceremony took place at the Oktibbeha County Courthouse. Drungole-Ellis initially assumed the role in November 2018. The 14th District Court serves Oktibbeha, Lowndes, Clay, Noxubee, Chickasaw, and Webster Counties. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us…
Overnight fire at Shuqualak Lumber leaves major damage
SHUQUALAK, Miss. (WCBI) – An overnight fire caused major damage at a Noxubee County lumber operation. A kiln caught fire around 10:30 Monday night at the Planer Mill Division of Shuqualak Lumber. Two kilns were damaged in the blaze. The kilns are used to dry lumber before it is shipped. Early indications were that a faulty relay switch may have…
Man accused of assaulting, robbing elderly woman turned himself in
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A man accused of assaulting and stealing a woman’s money after a traffic crash turned himself in to police. 33-year-old Dimario Barry was charged with aggravated assault and robbery. Investigators said Barry and a 66-year-old woman were involved in a traffic accident in the 1700 block of 7th Avenue North back on December 15. Police told…
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Mississippi Highway Patrol releases holiday travel report
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol releases its Home for the Holidays travel numbers. Sadly, seven people died in car crashes on Mississippi highways between December 23 and December 26. That’s up from one fatal crash last year. Troopers wrote over 5,200 citations and made 80 DUI arrests. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter Categories: State…
Special election will be held for District 23 House of Representatives seat
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – As we roll into the new year, a special election will be held for a seat in the state House. Three candidates are on the ballot for the District 23 House of Representatives position. Perry Van Bailey, Andy Clark, and Andy Stepp. The special election will be on January 10. District 23 covers portions of Calhoun, Grenada,…
Massive fire burns through Shuqualak Lumber Monday night
SHUQUALAK, Miss. (WCBI) – A massive fire ripped through Shuqualak Lumber Monday night. This is a video sent to us by Freddie Poindexter. Flames were seen shooting high in the air around 11 last night. Shuqualak Lumber is at 87 Oak Street. An investigation is underway into what sparked the massive fire at Shuqualak Lumber. The company said one of…
Pontotoc robbery suspect yet to be found
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WCBI)- A robbery suspect in Pontotoc has yet to be found and the Pontotoc Police Department needs your help in the investigation. Images show the suspect inside the Treasure Loans on West Reynolds street in Pontotoc. Police say around 1:45 Friday afternoon, the suspect pulled out a handgun and demanded money from the employees. If you know…