BIRTHDAY BUNCH – JULY 13, 2021
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Another chance of scattered storms for Tuesday
SUMMARY: A very typical summertime weather pattern will return to the region by midweek into the weekend along with warmer temperatures. Rain and storm chances will increase again next week. TUESDAY: Shower and storm chances remain high for our Tuesday. Skies will remain cloudy, which will once again keep those high temperatures below average in the mid 80s. Still warm…
Mississippi is getting more money to continue to fight COVID-19
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi is getting more money to continue the fight against COVID 19. The U-S Department of Health and Human Services is sending nearly 13 million dollars to the state to help rural hospitals respond. The money is part of the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program – or SHIP, which provides extra help to hospitals with fewer…
Local businesses raise over $5K for owners of Fish & Blues after the Columbus restaurant burned down
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Doug Pellum, the owner of Zachary’s, knows firsthand what it’s like to watch one’s restaurant go up in flames. That’s why he is helping lead the effort to raise $5,000 and counting for the owners of Fish and Blues after they woke up Friday to find their business burning to the ground. “They don’t know…
Macon woman pleaded “no contest” to simple assault charge
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – A woman accused of spitting on a man in a Macon grocery store has her day in court. Robin King pleaded “no contest” to a charge of simple assault in Macon Municipal Court today. King was accused of spitting on Antonio Gilkey at Tem’s Food Market. The incident came after Gilkey suggested King put on a…
4-H club teaches campers life and safety skills in Oktibbeha COunty
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Oktibbeha County campers are having fun and learning to stay safe at the same time. The Longview Disciples 4 H Club is making sure kids in the area are prepared for any kind of emergency. The club is hosting the Be Preparedness Ready camp this week. Area youth are learning how to identify hazards…
Investigators encourage the community to help them arrest the shooter of a weekend drive by
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Two men were shot and one was killed. It’s hard to describe the pain and anguish the family of Quinshawn Lucious is feeling; as they struggle with their loss. Deputies at the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department are eager to find the gunman that shot their son. “My son laying in my husband’s arms passing away,” said…
Summertime could mean more injuries for your pet
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Great weather means more time outdoors for family and furry friends and outdoor time could mean more injuries for those pets. “When you’re planning a trip, plan for your pet also,” Dr. Emerson said. West Point veterinarian Dr. Karen Emerson said those outside excursions can be harmful to an animal. “Over the weekend, we had…
Typical summer weather sticking around
SUMMARY: We have been under the influence of a large area of low pressure to our Northwest for the past couple days, and its influence will continue to be felt through tomorrow. After that, it weakens and moves east, leaving us with a very typical summer pattern. Isolated storms through Friday, slightly higher coverage on Saturday, with more widespread coverage…
WCBI Sunrise Saturday – July 10, 2021
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Midmorning With Aundrea – July 12, 2021
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ON THE BEAT – Gastroenterology Associates on Constipation
Dr. Ricky Johnston of Gastroenterology Associates of Columbus discusses the problem of chronic constipation and ways it can be remedied. Categories: lifestyle, On the Beat Tags: beat, constipation, gastroenterology, on
BIRTHDAY BUNCH – 7/12/2021
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Unsettled weather to start the new workweek
SUMMARY: A cold front to our northwest will help keep our weather unsettled as we kick off the new workweek. It is possible we’ll get back to normal summertime afternoon showers chances midweek. Temperatures will be below average in the mid to upper 80s, but it will be humid. MONDAY: We’ll have a continuing chance of showers and storms for…
Rachel Shumaker wins the miss Mississippi volunteer scholarship pageant
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Rachel Shumaker wins the Miss Mississippi Volunteer Scholarship Pageant. Rachel Shumaker is from Pontotoc and was Miss Northeast Mississippi, before winning the pageant Saturday night. Shumaker’s platform is called “I am Titanium”, inspired by the lyrics of the song “Titanium.” Her platform is based on her personal story of overcoming scoliosis and empowering people to overcome obstacles….
Okolona police search for suspect in connection to a burglary
OKOLONA, Miss. (WCBI)- Police Department and Northeast Mississippi Crimestoppers need your help finding the suspect in connection to a burglary. It happened between July 1st-8th at Alan White Furniture store on Industrial Road. A plant manager said a door was open when she checked the building and two of the warehouse roll-up doors were up. She said 75 swivel rockers…
Rainy Start to the Week
SUMMARY: Rainy start to the work week. Have the rain gear ready to go. Heavy rain and gusty winds are possible Sunday night into Monday. It is possible to see a break from the rain mid week, afternoon showers are still possible. Humidity will keep the temperatures high, in the mid to upper 80s most of the week. MONDAY: Heading…
Lowndes county fire department needs more volunteers
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Volunteer Firefighters are usually first on scene for car accidents and house fires. It’s a critical job to have in the community when an emergency happens. However, across the country, there is a shortage of volunteer firemen and it’s no different for Lowndes County. “It’s just a bigger chance of not getting help when you…
Zachary’s restaurant hosts a donation benefit for Fish and Blues
COLUMBUS,Miss.(WCBI)- Zachary’s Restaurant in Columbus is organizing a donation benefit to help Fish and Blues with rebuilding costs. Fish and Blues went up in flames about 2a.m. Friday morning. Owners Tavron and Barbara Johnson opened Fish and Blues only five years ago, but it quickly became a well-known eatery in the community. Now, the building is a total loss. Owner…
Fatal shooting leaves one person dead, another in the hospital
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- One man is dead and another in the hospital after a late night shooting in Lowndes County. Deputies responded to 172 Swendenburg Circle around 10p.m. for reported gun shots. Upon arrival, 22-year-old Quinshawn Dewayne Lucious was suffering from gunshots wounds. Coroner Greg Merchant later pronounced him dead at the scene. Another man was flown to an…
Jeffery Simmons hosts his second football camp for the community
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- With college baseball season-ending, it’s one step closer to football season. One former Mississippi State football standout brought a practice camp to the community. Nearly 200 high school and college athletes attended the econd annual Jeffery Simmons football camp. “I’m just coming out here working hard with athletes like myself. I’m trying to be where they’re at…
Dozens attend the 30th-annaul sawmill festival in Bruce
BRUCE, Miss. (WCBI) – The 30th annual Sawmill Festival was held in Bruce with live music, vendors, and food. However, fun and games weren’t the only things that brought hope to the community. “I’ve always loved coming. I just love seeing all the people,” Lexie Bollinger, Queen of the Sawmill Festival, said. The Bruce Sawmill Festival brings folks near and…
More rain & storms coming our way
SUMMARY: Areas of rain and storms will continue Sunday into Monday as a cold front tries to come into the region. A few strong storms are possible along with heavy rainfall. SATURDAY NIGHT: Evening storms are possible with another round possible late. A few of the late night storms could be on the gusty side as the roll in from…
Fish and blues restaurant destroyed in an early morning fire
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- An early morning fire destroys a Lowndes County restaurant. Fish and Blues went up in flames around 2 a.m Friday. The building is gutted after the fire spread to the ceiling. Thankfully, no one was hurt. Despite the firefighters’ best efforts, the building is a total loss. ” Right now, it’s very hard,” said Barbara Johnson….