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Local and state Leaders held forum to discuss available resources

The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Regional Forum
Joey Barnes,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi leaders held a community outreach event in West point to discuss available resources and current issues in the area. The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Regional Forum met at the West Point Civic Center along with local agencies to help find solutions in their communities. The Black Caucus’ open forum allows community members to express…

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It’s a triple build in Tupelo for Northeast Mississippi Habitat for Humanity

The city of Tupelo donated three adjoining lots for the latest Habitat builds
Allie Martin,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Three families in the Tupelo area will soon realize the dream of home ownership. The families are getting homes built by volunteers with Habitat for Humanity in a unique triple build. Before this morning, Genie Alice Bruce had never used a nail gun. But an hour or two into her shift, she was going strong. “Had…

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School bus safety: what motorists need to remember while driving

Kealy Shields,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – First responders spent much of the morning at the crash site, first helping the students and drivers. Then, they assisted the MHP with accident reconstruction. They all agree. You just can’t be too careful when school buses are on the road. WCBI talked to the officers who work accidents and get their advice on being cautious…

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Local News

Local doctor’s offices, clinics report high numbers of positive flu cases

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MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Flu season has arrived, and the virus is working its way through schools, workplaces, and public spaces in general. Local doctor’s offices and clinics are reporting high numbers of positive flu cases. West Point pediatrician Dr. Keith Watson said the best protection against the flu is the vaccine. But he said there are rare cases of flu…

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Local News

Man missing from Noxubee County last seen in Pinewood Area

Joey Barnes,

NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Noxubee County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to find a man missing for over a week. Tadrian Shaw was last seen on October 23 around 9 p.m. in the Pinewood Area. He was wearing gray shorts, a gray jacket, white socks, and Yeezy slide-on shoes. If you know where he is or have seen…

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State News

Governor Reeves announces license plate redesign contest

Joey Barnes,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – It worked with a design for a new flag. Now, the Mississippi License Tag Commission is accepting submissions for the state’s next official car tag. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement this week. You can submit your ideas as early as today. You must be a resident of Mississippi to compete. And the designs have to…

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Bus driver suffers serious injuries following crash on Highway 25

Kealy Shields,

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The students are safe. And the driver is being treated for serious injuries. At about 7:30 this morning, the Starkville Oktibbeha County school bus, driven by 60-year-old Calvin Ware was hit by the driver of a black 2006 Cadillac HF6. The bus overturned. Two adults and 12 students were trapped inside. Everyone was rescued and…
Local News

Mississippi lawmakers expected to approve economic incentive package

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JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – In less than 24 hours, Mississippi lawmakers are expected to approve an economic incentive package of tax breaks at a special session. This is to support what Governor Tate Reeves said was the largest economic development project in the state’s history. It is coming to Lowndes County. Reeves did not identify the company but said this…

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Local News

MSU Division of Research employees decorate offices for Halloween

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STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s Halloween, so workers in the Mississippi State University Division of Research are making the workday fun. The departments each decorated their hallways and offices using themes. They used their creativity to bring popular stories and movies to life – even the Super Mario Brothers game. The departments were previously spread out into different buildings on…

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Grieving during the holidays and learning how to cope

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Holiday season is around the corner. Thanksgiving – Christmas and New Year’s bring joy to many, but for others, they are painful reminders of loss. According to the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, which can be caused by grief or loss. I spoke with Veronica…

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Crime, Local News

Disturbance call leads to arrests for drugs, weapons

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A disturbance call in Columbus led to a drug and weapon arrest. Columbus Police arrived at an apartment on East Manor Drive for a disturbance between Kaliah Hunter and Tchnavia Howell. Officers noticed a strong odor coming from the apartment and began a search with the help of the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotic STING Unit….