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…
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A conversation on Halloween costumes leads to a movie discussion and Eric’s disappointment in his co-anchors. Categories: WCBI Special Shows Tags: costumes, movies
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Mattie Quick and Rita Felton give details on a wreath laying ceremony and veterans parade in Columbus. Categories: Special Guests Tags: parade, veterans
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…
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…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Celebrities from across the region are lacing up their dance shoes and making last minute preparations for an event that helps teach youngsters about ballroom dancing and the king of rock and roll. WCBI’s Allie Martin is part of this year’s “Dancing with the King’ and gives us a sneak peek of his routine, and tells…
WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Imagine getting on your computer and not having an internet connection. We’ve all been there. But, for some folks in Webster County, it’s been an ongoing issue. Now, smaller communities can look forward to broadband services coming to their area. A simple internet hook-up is vital in smaller communities. Having a faster network can impact how…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – A nursing shortage in Mississippi could come to the forefront again next month. Over 11,000 contract healthcare providers were hired to help with the COVID-19 surge this summer. Their contracts all expire on Sunday. This will leave many hospitals scrambling to find more nurses or simply rehiring the contracted workers. In other news, the Mississippi State Department…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Little ghosts, goblins, princesses, and other cute characters got an early start on Halloween fun. The Starkville Public Library hosted “Storytime and Trunk-or-Treat” Wednesday afternoon at Fire Station Park. Children listened in on a spooky story then visited booths set up throughout the park to get some sweet treats. More than 30 children participated in the event….
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Author Alec Hawkins shares about a book signing featuring science fiction writers from the South and many from our area. Categories: Special Guests Tags: books, science fiction
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Eric, Tara and Isaac discuss why they can’t buy Halloween candy too soon before Halloween. Categories: WCBI Special Shows Tags: candy, halloween
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- October is breast cancer awareness month and chances are you know someone who has battled the disease. In downtown Columbus, businesses showed their support for breast cancer by having balloons or ribbons set up in or around their stores. Two breast cancer survivors are thankful to be able to see local businesses raise awareness and even…
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) – Saturday, University of Mississippi Medical Center Grenada officially debuted its Mobile Vaccine Clinic, an effort to reach some of the state’s most rural areas. “These counties are definitely out there,” says UMMC nurse Kris Ballard. “They’re further away from any of your larger metropolitan areas in Mississippi…These are truly rural areas.” And while many people have…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The first guests are checking in this Wednesday at ‘Home 2 Suites” by Hilton. Christy Cook is director of sales and says there has been a lot of interest in the city’s newest hotel, before opening day. “I have had a ton of response, everyone, obviously wants to come see it,” Cook said. The 89 room…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds of junior high school students are learning about careers in construction. About 1,000 8th grade students from Clay, Lowndes, and Oktibbeha counties attended the “Forge Expo” at the Communiversity today. The event included hands-on demonstrations in the use of tools and technology used in the industries like construction, manufacturing, and industrial maintenance. Organizers wanted…
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Columbus city councilmen take a road trip to get some ideas to improve Propst Park. The group visited Vicksburg to see that city’s parks and recreation department. Ward 2 Councilman Joseph Mickens, Ward 4 Councilman Pierre Beard, and Ward 5 Councilmen Stephen Jones went on the trip. Kevin Stafford from the city’s engineering group also…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – North Mississippi law enforcement are learning the tips and trade of the FBI. The Evidence Response Team is hosting a five-day workshop this week at Mississippi State. Investigators are learning how the FBI collects evidence, takes pictures, and search vehicles. There are also classes about collecting DNA and finding bloodstains. Detectives believe these courses will help…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – This year’s Homecoming at Mississippi State is extra special for one alumnus. Richard Rula of Ridgeland joined MSU President Mark Keenum and other dignitaries to cut the ribbon on the University’s newest academic building – the Richard A. Rula Engineering and Science Complex. The 70,000 square-foot building will be home to the Rula School of Civil…
Today we are joined by Audra Ames, she is the widow of fallen pilot Instructor from Columbus Air Force Base. Tara and Audra talk about the Scot Rowdy Ames, Jr. Foundation. Categories: Featured, Local News, Special Guests
Eric Crosswhite talks with Dr. Courtney Taylor. They talk all about Employer in the Foyer. Categories: Featured, Local News, Work Now Initiative