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Homeland Security inspectors show Golden Triangle businesses how to spot suspicious purchases for homemade bombs

Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Throughout the week, members of the Department of Homeland Security have been visiting businesses in Lowndes, Oktibbeha and Noxubee counties to spread awareness about improvised explosive devices. Operation Flashpoint is a joint effort between DHS’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the FBI to help businesses spot suspicious purchases that could end up as homemade bombs….

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Baptist memorial hospital donates medical supplies to the humane society

Spay and neuter operations are considered major but common surgeries.
Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- A little can go a long way. It’s what employees at the Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society are saying as medical supplies are donated for operations. Spay and neuter operations are considered major but common surgeries. Clinics require trained professionals and reliable equipment. When it comes to needing a quick fix, the Columbus-Lowndes  Humane Society struggled to get pets…

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Aberdeen Gets USDA Grant To Improve Quality Of Life

Allie Martin,

ABERDEEN, MISS. (WCBI) – A Monroe County town is looking to improve its quality of life with a USDA rural development grant. Aberdeen is one of five communities that will benefit from a USDA Rural Development Grant.  That grant will help Aberdeen plan for improvements, such as streetscape enhancements and other projects to spur community development. “One of the main…

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August 26th celebrates 50 years of Women’s Equality across the United States

Columbus Air Force Base marked the occasion with a luncheon celebrating women in leadership roles in government and public service.
Eric Lampkin,

COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. (WCBI) – August 26th is Women’s Equality Day across the United States. The day commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, giving women the right to vote, and the struggles and advances of women since then. Columbus Air Force Base marked the occasion with a luncheon celebrating women in leadership roles in…

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Columbus Main Street makes changes due to COVID-19

Organizers of the Market Street Festival met at the Columbus Exchange Club Thursday discussing changes during this year's event
Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Organizers of the Market Street Festival met at the Columbus Exchange Club Thursday discussing changes during this year’s event. Everyone in attendance is asked to wear masks and socially distance themselves. Several hand-sanitizing stations will be set up through the festival grounds. The bleachers at the stages will not be included to avoid large crowds. The Main…

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Mayor Gaskin, Columbus Police hope new advanced surveillance cameras can cut down on violent crime, help people feel safe again

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Wednesday morning, city leaders debuted one of the 10 new Neighborhood Watch Camera Systems they will be installing throughout Columbus. Mayor Keith Gaskin and Columbus Police Chief Fred Shelton held a press conference at city hall and had the camera unit on display. “We’re demonstrating to the citizens and to those who are committing crimes in…

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For now college football tailgating expected to make a comeback at Mississippi State

Many people can't wait to pack the stadiums; while others are ready for the pregame
Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Many people can’t wait to pack the stadiums; while others are ready for the pregame. Before the first kickoff in front of a packed crowd takes place there will be people packing the grove in Oxford or the junction at Mississippi State. After a year of no tailgating at all, an area tailgating owner and restaurant have…

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A train crashed into a tractor in Lowndes County on Wednesday afternoon

The accident happened on Frisco Road at about 1:45 Thursday afternoon.
Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A scary scene today in southern Lowndes County where a train collides with a tractor. The accident happened on Frisco Road at about 1:45 Thursday afternoon. It appears the tractor was pulling a trailer when the crash happened. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins says no one was injured. The accident remains under investigation. Categories: Local News, News…

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Rain chances increase with near-average temperatures

Isaac Williams,

THURSDAY: Partly cloudy but not as hot with high temperatures in the low-90s. Isolated afternoon thunderstorms will also be possible. Chance of rain: 30%. THURSDAY NIGHT: Pleasant overnight with a mostly clear sky. Overnight lows in the low-70s. WEEKEND: Rain chances will increase as we move through the weekend, with scattered thunderstorms expected Sunday afternoon. Next week’s forecast will be…

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Coronavirus Information, Local News

Columbus pharmacist says he saw 60 percent increase in vaccinations as Mississippi slowly increases vaccination rate

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Tuesday morning, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs expressed his optimism at the growing number of Mississippians who are finally getting the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health, they administered more than 81,000 shots between August 15 and August 27th. They say close to 53,000 of those shots were first doses. Way…

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Mississippi hospitals dealing with global shortage of arthritis drug tocilizumab used to treat severely ill COVID-19 patients

Joey Barnes,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – As hospitals across Mississippi and around the country continue to deal with high numbers of COVID-19 patients, yet another one of their resources is running low. “One of the challenges we face is, ‘How do we treat patients in a consistent fashion?’” says North Mississippi Health Services Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jeremy Blanchard. The U.S. Food…

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Lowndes Co. Emergency Management and other agencies worked together to create a response plan

Eric Lampkin,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – In an emergency, it’s important that everyone responding is on the same page. That was the idea behind a planning session today. Lowndes County Emergency Management and other area agencies came together to coordinate their response plans before they put them to the test next month. Columbus Fire and Rescue, Columbus Police, Baptist Golden Triangle,…

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MHP encourages parents and guardians to teach good driving habits to their kids

Eric Lampkin,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Good driving starts young. That was one of the messages from the Mississippi Highway Patrol today. MHP’s Director of Public Affairs, Major John Poulos spoke to business and community leaders in Columbus today. Poulos stressed the importance of seatbelt use and avoiding distractions while driving, especially texting and driving. He had a sobering message for the…

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MSDH is reporting 111 new deaths from COVID-19

Joey Barnes,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 111 new deaths from COVID-19. That is the highest number from a one-day report since the pandemic started. Those deaths did occur over a matter of weeks. Many of the death certificates are just now being identified by the health department. MSDH is also reporting 3,291 new cases. 1,655…

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More than 1,000 medical workers are coming to help hospitals across Miss.

Joey Barnes,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – More than 1,000 medical workers are beginning to help patients in hospitals across Mississippi. Governor Tate Reeves says the state awarded four contracts to bring those workers here. More than 800 nurses are included in those numbers. 61 hospitals across the state, including nine from the WCBI viewing area, made the request. Level one and two…

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Crimestoppers Offers Reward In Murder Of Well Known Amory Resident

Allie Martin,

AMORY, MISS. (WCBI) –  Amory’s police chief is hoping a reward from Crimestoppers will prompt someone to come forward with information that will put the person who murdered a senior citizen behind bars. The reward offered in the Judy Baxter case is $9,999. Amory Police Chief Ronnie Bowen says the large reward is made available in certain cases, and there’s…

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West Point greenwave fans still have high hopes for their team

Whether it be the NFL, college, or high school; football in Mississippi is a pretty big deal
Joey Barnes,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- Whether it be the NFL, college, or high school; football in Mississippi is a pretty big deal. That is especially true for one of the top football teams in the area the West Point Greenwave. The team has to forfeit their first two games because of COVID -19, but the community still felt they’ll come out…

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Wednesday will be hot again, but rain returns to the forecast

Isaac Williams,

SUMMARY: Showers and thunderstorms are possible the rest of the evening, with localized flooding in the strongest storms. Rain chances will decrease as we reach the weekend, but temperatures will be on the increase to start the work week. WEDNESDAY: Partly cloudy and hot again with high temperatures in the mid-90s. A stray afternoon shower or thunderstorm is possible. Chance of…

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In the Kitchen with 1028 with Mo Jams BBQ

Ansley Perkins,

WCBI STUDIO, Miss. (WCBI) – In the Kitchen with Chef JJ from 1028 with Mo Jams BBQ. He whipped up some alfredo pasta that had the studio smelling glorious. You don’t want to miss tasting their food. They are located at 2524 Main St, Columbus, MS 39701. Categories: Local News, News Team

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West Point animal hospital can’t get more ivermectin because too many people are taking anti-parasite drug for COVID-19

Joey Barnes,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Dr. Karen Emerson with Emerson Animal Hospital in West Point says they haven’t been able to order ivermectin for two weeks because people are improperly using it to treat COVID-19. “Not only are you hurting animals, getting the medication they need by you buying it and taking it,” she says. “You’re also harming yourself with…

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Noxubee County is joining a list of people requiring masks inside county owned buildings

Joey Barnes,

NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Noxubee County joins a growing list requiring masks inside county-owned buildings. Supervisors say a spike in COVID-19 cases in the county and state were behind the move. A number of counties and cities have already made the move. The mask mandate is for employees and visitors conducting business. This order is in effect until further…