A U.S. Army soldier shares two ways he serves those around him
A life changing call can happen to anyone at any given time
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- A life changing call can happen to anyone at any given time; what you do with it is up to you. Vincent O’Neal a West Point native has served nearly two and a half years in the U.S. Army. O’Neal is currently stationed in Fort Benning Georgia training soldiers, but his list of commands stretches further…
Longview disciples 4-h club host clothing drive for the community
STARKVILLE, Miss.(WCBI) Helping out a neighbor. One group in Starkville lends a hand to families in need. The Longview Disciples 4-H club held a clothes drive at J.L King park. Folks in the community donated items to help those either in need or just looking for something new. The group held a giveaway in March and decided to do another…
Community members in Aberdeen show their gratitude this holiday season
Thanksgiving day has passed, but folks in Aberdeen were still in the spirit of giving
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI)- Thanksgiving day has passed, but folks in Aberdeen were still in the spirit of giving. The Aberdeen Brothers of Loyalty, Sisters of Loyalty, and Night riders served hot meals to folks in the community on Saturday, November 27, 2021 for the holiday season. “It means a lot coming out and seeing somebody appreciate what we do getting…
International fans return to the king of rock and roll birthplace
TUPELO,Miss. (WCBI)- The birthplace of the king of rock and roll is once again welcoming international fans. This comes after travel restrictions are lifted for people traveling to the United States from other countries. Although Grace Whitaker and her husband have visited Elvis’ birthplace ten or so times, she says it’s always refreshing to come back. “We love Tupelo, the…
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An Aliceville man is hospitalized after his car was shot at least 10 times
The victim required emergency surgery, his condition is unknown.
COLUMBUS,Miss. (WCBI)- A 29-year-old Alabama man is in the hospital after someone shot in his car on Bluecutt Road. It happened near the Columbus Post Office while the car was driving toward Military Road Saturday morning. A car with the shooter inside drove up next to the victim’s car and opened fire before driving away. Police found 10 bullet holes…
Criminal preying on shoppers during the holiday season
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The stores were packed for Black Friday, and they’ll probably stay that way for the next few weeks. While you search for the best in-store deals, auto burglars are shopping in the parking lots trying to steal your deals. They’re considered to be invisible until after a crime happens. Oftentimes, car burglars are waiting for you to…
Hunting season is still fresh and deer processors are busy
Archery season for deer started in October, but Gun season kicked off November 20
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- The weather is cooling off and while some people are bundling up trying to get inside. Deer hunters are doing everything they can to get outside. Archery season for deer started in October, but Gun season kicked off November 20, 2021, and the folks who take your kill from the forest to the freezer have seen…
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Mississippi tree vendors trying to cut down rising cost of Christmas trees in 2021
PONTOTOC, Miss. (WCBI) – Even the Christmas tree industry has taken a hit during 2021, especially in Mississippi. Between the ice storm in February, Hurricane Ida and the rising cost of chemicals and shipping, there’s a lot more green that went into 2021’s evergreen trees. Just like Santa Claus, getting ready for the holiday season is a year-long process for…
Lee County churches feed inmates and jail personnel for Thanksgiving
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- A Thanksgiving tradition continues in Lee County as churches from across Northeast Mississippi come together to feed those in jail and others who need a meal. As Reginald Buchanan was bringing green beans and corn to the makeshift assembly line of plates, he was also serenading the volunteers. Buchanan has been part of the Thanksgiving Day…
Tupelo’s Salvation Army serves Thanksgiving lunch
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- An army of volunteers made sure no one went without a meal this Thanksgiving. Tupelo’s Salvation Army hosted its annual Thanksgiving Day lunch. People could stop by and eat inside the community center, get meals delivered to them, or get meals to go from the mobile unit. This is the first time in two years that people…
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Café on Main is giving the option to buy food on Thanksgiving
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Preparing that holiday feast can be time-consuming and tiring. So some families leave the cooking to the pros. Restaurants and catering services in the area were busy filling orders Wednesday. Some customers want the full meal. Others just want the turkey or the side dishes. The manager at “Café on Main” in Columbus, Lucy York, says her…
Leisure travel at GTRA is increasing ahead of Thanksgiving
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The day before Thanksgiving, is one of the busiest travel days of the year. Golden Triangle Regional Airport is preparing for a brisk holiday weekend. Executive Director Mike Hainsey says all flights are booked for the next four days. Right now, Delta is operating two flights on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. There are three flights scheduled for…
Golden Triangle leaders discuss how to handle government funds
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Golden Triangle area elected leaders gathered for a strategy session. The Columbus city council and Lowndes County supervisors met state legislators this morning to discuss federal money. In particular, the group talked about the American Rescue Plan Act funds and infrastructure coming from Congress. The city and county will each get federal dollars but the state…
Newly elected State Senator already planning for 2022 Session
Rod Hickman is fresh off of his special election run-off win, but has his eyes on January.
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Noxubee County attorney, Rod Hickman may have just won the special election run-off to fill the District 32 State Senate seat Tuesday night, but he is already focused on January. Hickman wants to make sure his district, which includes Noxubee, Winston , Kemper and Lauderdale Counties, gets its fair share of Federal money through the American…
Thieves steal 18 rifles, including AR-15s, after tearing a hole in the back of a Louisville pawnshop
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The owners of City Gun and Pawn woke up Monday morning to find a hole in the back of their store and 18 of their best rifles gone. “It’s a terrible impact to the community for those weapons to be running around,” says Winston County Sheriff Jason Pugh. “The city police department is working diligently on…
2021 WCBI Mac and Cheese Cook-Off
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The WCBI Anchors, Meteorologists, Reporters, and Staff came together to bring their very best Mac and Cheese recipes. With a panel of celebrity judges…we found out who has an award-winning mac and cheese. Listed below are the recipes of each contestant. Let us know your favorite way to prepare mac and cheese! Desmone Mathews Mac and…