Uncorked (Everly) 02/24/22
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Louisville Police find over $10K in fake cash, forged money orders in February
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Louisville Police say they have recovered more than $10,000 worth of fake bills and money orders during February. “The merchants have been made aware of it and are now very tentative of $100 bills and other money that might be fake,” says LPD Captain of Investigations Mike Perkins. Perkins says they found over $7,000 in counterfeit…
Lowndes co. recovery group repairs 85 homes damaged in 2019 tornado
Families were left with little or nothing and those memories seemed to fade away.
COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)- When a deadly EF-3 tornado touched down in Columbus three years ago, it left a trail of destruction. It also left several families without a place to call home. Out of that rubble rose a group dedicated to helping neighbors. Community Recovery of Lowndes County has been working tirelessly to restore impacted homes, businesses, and properties. ” You’re…
WCBI and SDR partnered together to host job fair
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – WCBI partnered with Steel Dust Recycling to host a job fair in Columbus. The fair started at 10:00 and lasted until 1 o’clock this afternoon. “I feel like these are the type of places and opportunities that you go to put your name out there and get yourself in the system everybody gets a chance equally…
“Move To Learn” visits Earl Nash Elementary to improve academics
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Organizations in Mississippi continue working to keep students on the move in order to improve their academics. A decade ago, ‘The Bower Foundation’ partnered with the Mississippi Department of Education to launch the Move To Learn campaign across the state. Initially, a campaign highlighting schools’ ability to incorporate physical activities into its day, “Move To Learn” now…
Lowndes County murder trial could go to the jury tomorrow
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Lowndes County murder trial could go to the jury tomorrow. Donta Kirby is facing a first degree murder charge. Testimony started yesterday in Lowndes County Circuit Court. Kirby is accused of shooting and killing Lorenze Halthon Jr. Halthon’s body was found on Burns Road in July 2020. Kirby was later stopped by a state…
Former Booneville police officer will spend a year in federal prison
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A former Booneville police officer will spend more than a year in federal prison. 34-year-old Dustin Rambo pleaded guilty to four counts of depriving individuals of rights while acting under the color of the law as a law enforcement officer. He also pleaded guilty to one count of making false statements to a federal agent. The…
Vernon man who kidnapped and murdered his ex-wife gets the death penalty
VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – Wednesday, a jury voted unanimously to sentence Brandon Sykes to death in Lamar County District Court for the murder of his ex-wife in 2015. The Lamar County Court clerk’s office told me they believe this is the first death sentence that they have on record. “Brandon Sykes killed the mother of three in front of their 11…
Emergency management agencies encourage safety during severe weather
Severe weather can strike at anytime and anywhere
CLAY AND WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Severe weather can strike at anytime and anywhere. A message that local emergency management officials continue to stress is to be weather aware. Getting the word out to their communities is sometimes their biggest struggle. Whether it’s ice, flooding, or tornados; severe weather is a danger, no matter what season it is. When it…
Vernon man found guilty of murdering ex-wife who disappeared in 2015
VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – Tuesday, a jury in Lamar County Circuit Court found Brandon Sykes guilty on three counts of capital murder in connection with the death of his ex-wife. While investigators still haven’t found her body, the district attorney believed there was enough evidence to take the case to trial. Sykes was found guilty of capital murder committed during…
Macon drugstore reopens days after building collapse so residents get their medication
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Monday, City Drugstore in Macon was open again, just days after the building collapsed on employees Thursday. “Because of our patients,” says owner and pharmacist Bill Bell. “We had to be back up and running as soon as possible.” The back of the building was unaffected by the partial collapse, they are operating out of their…
Death rates in Lowndes County have risen over the years
Just two months into the year, Lowndes County has seen an unusually high number of deaths
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Just two months into the year, Lowndes County has seen an unusually high number of deaths. The coroner’s office has worked 168 deaths so far. Greg Merchant has seen a lot of death in his time as coroner in Lowndes County, but the numbers he’s seen so early in the year are staggering. The death rate is…
MSU professor’s artwork is featured on U.S. stamp
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Mississippi State University professor’s artwork could end up in your mailbox. Alex Bostic is an art professor at MSU. The United States Postal Service commissioned him to do the artwork for its Edmonia Lewis Commemorative Forever stamp, the 45th in the Black Heritage Series. Lewis was the first African American and Native American sculptor to…
Gov. Reeves issuing 2 executive orders supporting military families
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Governor Tate Reeves did get some time in the office on this Presidents’ Day holiday. The Governor issues 2 executive orders today, supporting Mississippi’s military communities and families. The first establishes the Military Star Schools Program to help children in military families transition to new schools and provide additional support when a parent is deployed. It…
Chick Fil A working with Loaves and Fishes to give away surplus food
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An area non-profit and a fast-food favorite team up to provide meals for those in need in Lowndes County. Chick-Fil-A in Columbus is donating its surplus food to Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County. The restaurant made its first delivery today, donating chicken, chicken biscuits, fruit, and other items to the Columbus-based ministry. Loaves and Fishes…
On the Beat (Easley Law Firm) 02/21/22
Today Troy talks to Chuck Easley from Easley law firm about uncontested vs contested divorces in Mississippi. Categories: Featured, On the Beat Tags: //sponsored//, beat, on
Macon city drugstore reopens days after building is damaged
Macon City Drug will be back up and running on Monday.
MACON,Miss.(WCBI)- A Macon drugstore opens its doors just days after the building is damaged. Macon City Drug will be back up and running on Monday. The facility will use a storeroom behind the medal building on Lawrence Street until further notice. Also, there may be longer wait time to fill your prescription. Over-the-counter medications will not be available. Relocation plans have…
Fire officials continue to warn citizens to be cautious while burning
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The state of Mississippi was recently under a Red Flag Warning due to an increased risk of brush and wildfires. Even with rain chances moving into the area this week, fire officials explain why folks should still be mindful of conducting burns. You’ve heard the phrase, “when it rains, it pours.” But will the amount of…
A Monroe county ministry donates food boxes to community
MONROE COUNTY,Miss. (WCBI)- A Monroe County ministry is making a difference in the lives of many people in the region. “We’re in a hurting community and we’re trying to give back. ” That’s why one Saturday a month, volunteers with “Stand Firm” Ministries distribute boxes of food, to anyone in need. It’s just one outreach of the Monroe County based…
Msu black alumni association hosts annual convention
The Mississippi State University Black Alumni Association held it's third Black Alumni Weekend
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- The Mississippi State University Black Alumni Association held it’s third Black Alumni Weekend. Festivities were back up and running after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The memo goes a long way for several officials and alumni taking part in Mississippi State Universities Black Alumni Weekend. Activities started on Thursday February 17, 2021 and will run…
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Columbus police make an effort to seize crime in city limits
Keeping the streets clean of crime is what law enforcement agencies try to do day in and out
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Keeping the streets clean of crime is what law enforcement agencies try to do day in and out. For officials with Columbus Police Department; they’ve taken an extra step to try and do just that. In November 2021 Columbus Police Department came up with a plan that was found to be effective. “We put together what we…
Investment group improves neighborhoods by rehabbing distressed properties
Butler Holdings wants to give back to communities in many ways
SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – A group of local investors and developers is making a difference in neighborhoods where they are working. Jubal and Jeremy Butler are checking on a property they purchased a little more than one year ago. Butler Holdings renovated the entire complex, putting about ten thousand dollars in each unit. Now, the 32 unit complex is a…
Area agencies rescue two victims from collapsed building in Macon
Time is critical when a life is on the line.
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- We now know the names of the two people trapped in a building collapse in Macon last night. Macon Police tell WCBI Linda Grissom and Sheba Mickens were pinned under debris for nearly two hours. Time is critical when a life is on the line. And agencies from across the Golden Triangle quickly responded when they got…