COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Improvements are coming to the Columbus-Lowndes County Airport. The city council accepted a $22,000 Mississippi Department of Transportation matching grant. Funds will be used for a parallel taxiway project, which could extend the runway. Councilmen will have to chip-in $22,000 to receive the grant. The airport will celebrate its 70th anniversary later this year. Categories: Local…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- A quick burst of strong winds and heavy rainfall took its toll on a house in Columbus. It took less than 15 minutes of severe conditions to knock down this large tree that fell on a house located on 8th street. We understand that two residents were inside the home at the time. At this time, there…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- You may see EMA officials out on the roads traveling tomorrow but don’t worry, it’s just a drill. The Lowndes County EMA will perform its annual disaster drill at Vibrant Church Thursday morning. The agency is ensuring there are no gaps in their plans, so if an emergency strikes, they’re ready. The timing may be ideal because…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The budget for the City of Columbus includes pay raises for the Mayor and City Council, but not everybody is cashing in. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Council voted to amend a city ordinance that would allow the raises to become effective immediately. As it was originally written, that section of the city’s code stated that…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Saturday’s incident involving the stolen plane in Tupelo has raised concerns about security measures at smaller airports. A former member of the National Transportation Safety Board told the Associated Press on Saturday that the “vulnerability of small airports” has “worried security experts for years.” “Although that airplane is a small airplane, it carries about 400 gallons…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – While the more than 2-hour lightning delay during Mississippi State’s game against Memphis was not fun for fans, but it did provide a boost to local restaurants. “During the rain delay, people were leaving the game steadily and they were sitting here looking, walking around looking for somewhere to eat, probably last-minute before they go out…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – One of the topics of discussion during the city of Columbus’s recent town hall meeting involved possible ways to increase pay for police officers. One of those strategies involves budgeting for 55 officers instead of 70. Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin says that they have set aside enough money to fund 55 officers at an increased wage…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Some who have the day off are spending it taking advantage of Labor Day sales and getting a headstart on Christmas shopping. A new nationwide survey found that 56% of Americans plan on taking advantage of big weekends like Labor Day and Black Friday to cut back on costs. One reason: is inflation. 27% of the respondents…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Being a first responder can lead to traumatic situations that can linger for months First responders with years of experience tend to understand the importance of mental health. When an emergency occurs first responders are the first ones on the scene. And sometimes, what they see can challenge them mentally. “It’s tough on a first responder….
Hurricanes often encounter factors which can enhance or inhibit development. Meteorologist Jackson Chastain goes over some of these inhibiting factors in this week’s edition of Weather Whys. Categories: Featured, Featured Weather, Local News, Weather
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Investigators say Cory Patterson, 29, from Tupelo, is the man who was in the cockpit of an aircraft he wasn’t authorized to fly. Patterson faces charges of Grand Larceny and making terroristic threats. Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka says Patterson will likely face federal charges. The FAA and Mississippi Homeland Security were part of the massive investigation….
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – People in Tupelo and really all across and really all across North Mississippi were on high alert as the plane circled the sky. After hours of being frightened people in Lee county can finally breathe. “We have had a bit of an unusual circumstance this morning we had a gentleman that took an airplane from the…
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NORTH MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – ***UPDATE*** The suspect in a Tupelo plane landing is Cory Patterson. He is being charged with grand larceny and making terroristic threats. He worked at Tupelo Aviation. We will continue to bring you the latest news on this ongoing investigation. Tupelo police say the pilot of a King Air 90 (twin-turboprop) aircraft crashed into a…
VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – Water donations for Jackson are pouring into sheriff’s offices across the state after a call to action by Calhoun County Sheriff Greg Pollan, president of the Mississippi Sheriff’s Association. “The Vardaman Fire Department, Mounce Supermarket (are assisting), TNT in Bruce gave a pallet, Tedford’s True Value in Bruce gave a pallet,” Sheriff Pollan says. The Calhoun…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Campus Book Mart in Starkville had a grand re-opening on Friday, September 2, 2022; but there’s one thing missing from the book mart inventory, books. “We’ve noticed through the industry you know internet has kind of taken over the world and so we’ve been seeing a decline.. with the university going to the bulldog bundle this year…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Grab your jersey and your clear bag. College football starts tomorrow and people at Mississippi State University are already reserving their tailgating spots. Kick-off is still a day away, but Bulldog spirit is already on display all around the MSU campus. Some freshmen were there to celebrate their very first tailgate while seniors are soaking up…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A man is in jail, accused of shooting at a woman in Columbus. Around 2:45 Friday afternoon, a man reportedly fired several shots at a woman driving in the area of 18th Street and 11th Avenue North. A Columbus Police Investigator was in the area and chased the man down. The investigator arrested the man. No…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Golden Triangle Waste Services is asking for patience, as the number of its trucks dwindles. The business is down to seven working trucks, which is nearly half its fleet. Parts for the broken vehicles are becoming hard to find, along with employee shortages have compounded some delays. The company says it ordered a new truck…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- In a new weekly segment, Sunrise anchor Eric Crosswhite, will share some fresh movie recommendations from all categories. First up — something for the whole family — A Goofy Movie. “In my opinion, eclipsed by everybody’s love for Toy Story in 1995, this film fashioned Disney’s old school type animation. Nostalgic of Disney channel in the 90s….
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STARKVILLE & COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The list of charges continue to grow for a suspect in a Wednesday afternoon shooting in Columbus. CAMERON JONES Around 5:00 P.M. Thursday Starkville Police reported that 17-year-old Cameron Jones had been arrested Jones is the third suspect involved in a Wednesday shooting incident in the 800 block of Hemlock Street in Columbus… Later…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – North Mississippi Medical Center’s Cancer Care in Tupelo is working to revamp its support group for cancer patients. Known as the Cancer Journey, the group is open to current patients, their family members, caregivers and cancer survivors. “Some of the patients that attend this support group are facing end of life, and it helps to share…
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – When disaster strikes, having a plan in place can help you and your family stay safe. During National Preparedness Month, an organization in Oktibbeha County is helping families prepare for any emergency. Have a plan. That’s the plea from the staff and volunteers at OSERVS in Oktibbeha County. The executive director of the organization…