Paramedic with Starkville Fire Department explains how to spot, treat and avoid heat exhaustion and heatstroke during sweltering summer

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – With the heat index making it feel like 100 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit through the end of July, area first responders want to make sure everyone knows what to do in the event of a heat emergency. “The body can only try to fight against the heat for so long until it just basically gives out,”…

Monoclonal antibodies are available for people with COVID-19

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- Mississippi state health leaders are calling it the delta variant the  “4th Wave” of COVID-19. Case numbers are beginning to surge again for people with or without the vaccine, but if someone tests positive for the virus there is a treatment to help with the symptoms; monoclonal antibodies. “The antibody infusion is very safe it seems…

The Clark Family Singers’ Anniversary Gospel Celebration

Sheila Clark-Jefferson and Sonya Clark-Judon from The Clark Family Singers tell us about their upcoming Gospel Celebration! It will be held on August 1st at the Aberdeen Community Center starting at 3 PM. Admission is free. Face masks are required. Categories: lifestyle, Local News Tags: gospel music

ANIMAL HEALTH – Spaying and Neutering Rabbits

Dr. Ashley Janzen of the Emerson Animal Hospital in West Point emphasizes the importance of spaying and neutering your rabbits, which can greatly prolonged their lives because rabbits are particularly susceptible to reproductive cancer. Male rabbits also can be violently aggressive with each other if they are left unneutered. Categories: ANIMAL HEALTH Tags: ANIMAL, health

JTS Mortgage Minute – Cash Out Refinance

Cash out refinance is a type of mortgage refinance loan that allows you to use the equity built up in your home to withdraw money. This can be used for home renovations, consolidating high-interest debt, or investments. Categories: JTS Mortgage Minute Tags: jts, minute, mortgage

Heat Advisory is in effect for Tuesday

SUMMARY: A Heat Advisory is in effect for our Tuesday as another hot & humid summer day is in effect for us. Take the proper precautions to stay cool & hydrated to help prevent heat stress or heat exhaustion issues! The summer heat and humidity will be the main weather story going forward. Look for heat indices to be up…

Tupelo Police Plead For Public’s Help In Solving Triple Homicide

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) -This weekend will go down as the deadliest in Tupelo for homicides, in recent memory. Police are investigating a triple homicide that happened late Saturday night. The shooting happened at Meadowview and Maynard, while a street and house party was taking place.  Within a few seconds, it was all over, and three young adults were shot.  And…

Your Vaccination Questions Answered: Starkville doctor debunks COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – As Mississippi’s COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the state’s vaccination rate remains low. “More people are getting it,” says Dr. Emily Landrum of the Family Clinic in Starkville. “I had a patient who was hospitalized about three weeks ago, who passed away over the weekend. Was not vaccinated. Was only in their 40s.” Today MSDH is…

Local teacher brings lessons learned from COVID into the classroom

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The first day of school is always exciting for students and teachers. For new teachers, this year is going to be a special one. “It was a very helpful experience coming into this new year,” Alexis White said. Alexis White is a brand new second-grade teacher at Henderson-Ward-Steward Elementary school in Starkville. After student teaching last…

Stay cool from the summer heat all this week

SUMMARY: The summer heat & humidity has returned to north Mississippi & west Alabama and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Take the proper precautions to stay cool & hydrated to help prevent heat stress or heat exhaustion issues. We’ll remain mostly dry but can’t rule out the chance of those afternoon showers & storms all week long. MONDAY: Another…

Suspect wanted in Lee county in connection to a homicide

LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)-Lee County Sheriff’s Department is searching for the suspect in connection to a homicide. 54-year-old Bradley Kevin King is considered to be armed and dangerous. He’s 5’8 with medium-length brown hair and blue eyes. If you have any information contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Department. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: homicide, Investigating, Lee County, Lee County Sheriff’s…

Tupelo pd arrest the suspect in connection to a homicide on south gloster

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)-Police arrest the suspect in the July 24th shooting on 700 South Gloster. 19-year-old Ja’Derius Marion of Plantersville faces a second-degree murder charge for the shooting death of 28-year-old Tadarrel Hall. Hall died from gunshot wounds at North Mississippi Medical Center around 2p.m. on July 24th. Marion’s bond is not yet released. We’ll have more information as it…

Fourth homicide reported in Tupelo within 24 hours

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Heartbreaking news as Tupelo reports the fourth homicide in 24 hours. This makes it the deadliest weekend on record for the city. Three people are dead after shots are fired at a house party on Maynard and Meadow-view Rd. Investigators tell WCBI two men and one woman died from gunshot wounds when multiple shots rang out in…

Monroe County family honors life of fallen deputy Dylan Pickle

MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Monroe County Deputy Dylan Scott Pickle died while on duty last year in an accident. “It still feels like it was yesterday. I still think in my mind, that he’s coming home,” mother Debi Pearson said. A year ago, Monroe County Deputy Dylan Scott Pickle died while on duty. His mother, Debi Pearson, said her…

Dog days of summer are here

SUMMARY: After a below average spring and start to the summer, a hot pattern has finally settled into place over the deep south. We knew it would come eventually! A very hot and sultry week is in store, with highs in the low 90s with scattered storms for Monday and Tuesday, with much lower rain chances and highs in the…

Monroe co. law enforcement respond to three accidental deaths within 12 hours

MONROE COUNTY,Miss. (WCBI)- Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and Amory Police responded to three accidental deaths within 12 hours. On July 23rd, 54-year-old Dennis Parker was found dead in his camper. Around 10p.m. a neighbor of Parker called officers saying Parker was stuck in the window of his camper. Investigators believe Parker locked the keys to his camper inside and stood…