A Caledonia woman is dead after an accident in Lowndes Co.

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Caledonia woman is dead after an accident in northern Lowndes County. Coroner Greg Merchant says 96-year-old Louise Grant died at Baptist Golden Triangle after the crash. Grant was leaving the Dollar General today at Highway 45 and Gatlin Road when the collision happened. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating the accident. Categories: Local News

Alabama truck driver facing drug charges after running from police

PICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) – A truck driver is facing some serious drug charges after running law enforcement off the road. Corry Manley of Butler, Alabama is charged with reckless endangerment, sell/distribution of methamphetamine, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, drug paraphernalia, and possession of a concealed weapon without a permit. Pickens County Sheriff Todd Hall drivers started…

EMCC hosted Employer in the Foyer job fair at The Communiversity

EAST MISSISSIPPI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Miss. (WCBI) – Employers in the Golden Triangle set up to meet potential workers on their own turf today. Eleven area industries participated in the Employer in the Foyer job fair at The Communiversity this morning. The Communiversity is part of East Mississippi Community College’s Workforce training program. Students, there are learning the skills most in…

Lowndes County relaxing mask mandate in County buildings

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County is the latest to relax masking ordinances. At today’s meeting, Lowndes County Supervisors unanimously voted to lift the mask mandate in County buildings. Effective immediately, masks are optional for both employees and people doing business in those facilities. Supervisors cited lower local case numbers and COVID-19 measures, such as social distancing and shields,…

COVID-19 testing site closed at Mall at Barnes Crossing

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – North Mississippi Medical Clinics’ drive-through COVID-19 testing site, located at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in Tupelo, has closed because of low testing volumes. COVID-19 testing is available at North Mississippi Medical Clinics urgent care locations in Tupelo, West Point, and Booneville as well as most of its clinics throughout northeast Mississippi and northwest Alabama. For…

A Pheba man celebrates his 100th birthday

PHEBA,Miss. (WCBI)- A Pheba man has now seen a century of lifetime as he turns 100 years old. Willie Mosley celebrated his birthday with family, friends, and some good cake. And this will certainly be day day to remember. H was welcomed by his loved ones of all ages who made sure to stop by and share his special day….

Officer-involved shooting in West Point, one suspect injured

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- The investigation into an officer-involved shooting in West Point continues. Police Chief Avery Cook says the incident happened on Waverly Road Sunday about 5pm. Sources tell WCBI a West Point officer spotted a recently stolen car and attempted to stop it. Shortly afterwards shots rang out. One of the people in the stolen vehicle was injured….

A winter-like start to November

SUMMARY: Below average temperatures are going to be the theme for the upcoming week. After a warm and nice Monday, clouds begin to move in for Tuesday, dropping highs into the low 60s. Wednesday and Thursday look very chilly, with highs more typical of the dead of winter! It will be cloudy and rainy both days as well. Lows also…

A new mural is displayed at the Nettleton library

NETTLETON,Miss. (WCBI)- A new mural highlights the history of the city of Nettleton. Community members held a ribbon cutting ceremony to dedicate a mural painted on the wall of the Nettleton library. Cornith artist Tony Bullard  displayed the achievements of four people from the community. It also detailed Nettleton’s connection to the railroad. Bullard said he recreated his artwork to…

Hill’s Pet Nutrition’s 5K run brought pets and owners out for fun

5K runs are usually for people that enjoy distance running and friendly competition

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- 5K runs are usually for people that enjoy distance running and friendly competition, but Hill’s Pet Nutrition hosted their annual race in Starkville, for pets too. “To donate to the school’s fostering program Homeward Bound all the proceeds go to them and we just put this on every year to raise them some money and help out…

First responders are recognized for their heroic efforts

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- First responders work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. While we’re familiar with police, firefighters, and EMTs, others are behind the scenes making sure they get to where they’re needed. Nationwide, the men and women who protect and serve are recognized for their heroic efforts this week. When you pick up the phone to call for…

Northeast Mississippi law enforcement officers undergo Crisis Intervention training to respond to mental health incidents

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – From September to October, Lifecore Health Group partnered with local law enforcement to offer their first-ever Crisis Intervention Team training program in Northeast Mississippi. “It’s about talking to someone. It’s about treating them as a human being, not looking at people only as suspects or criminals,” Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy Marshal Eubanks. Deputy Eubanks was one…

Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo honors school administrators, counselors and nurses

'School Aid' lunch allows JA to showcase its services for students

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – It was an opportunity to thank local school administrators for their hard work during a luncheon organized by the Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo. The JA’s: “School Aid” committee organized the lunch for administrators, nurses and counselors in Tupelo and Lee county schools. During the lunch, administrators heard about the many services JA offers for students, such as…