The dead of summer is upon us
The hottest air of the season is here.
Lee County Pastor Speaks Out About Recent Violence In The Community
VERONA, MISS. (WCBI) – A Lee County pastor who leads a church with a diverse ethnic mix, believes houses of faith can do more to stop the deadly violence that is being seen in the area. Like most people, Pastor David Ball was stunned at the outbreak of violence this past weekend. Five people were killed in three separate shootings…
Take precautions to stay cool once again for your Wednesday
SUMMARY: A Heat Advisory is once again in effect for our Wednesday as the extreme heat and humidity will remain in place the rest of the workweek into the weekend. Take the proper precautions to stay cool & hydrated to help prevent heat stress or heat exhaustion issues! While a few stray storms are possible Wednesday, rain chances overall will…
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…
Dangerous heat & humidity to stick around
Stay cool at all cost right now.
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
Midmorning With Aundrea – July 27, 2021
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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…
Choctaw County High School welcomes a new principal this school year
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss (WCBI)- The school doors are almost open again and while some districts aren’t changing; others are bringing in some fresh new faces. Choctaw County High School introduced a new principal to the public for the coming school year. Staff members feel their new principal has already brought a lot to the table and the year hasn’t even…
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…
Jury selection for a woman killed in optometry clinic are underway
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been almost three and a half years since a woman was gunned down in her eye clinic at the Starkville Walmart. Now the trial of the man charged with her death is underway. Jury selection was moved to the Oktibbeha County Storm Shelter because of the size of the jury pool. William Thomas Chisholm is…
High heat, dangerous heat indices to continue
The “dog days of summer” are upon us
ON THE BEAT – An Introduction to Omnis Health Clinic
Troy Thompson talks with nurse practitioner and owner of the Omnis Health Clinic Amanda Fondren about the different medical services she offers. Categories: On the Beat Tags: beat, on
BIRTHDAY BUNCH – July 26, 2021
Happy birthday to all those celebrating today! Categories: Birthday Bunch Tags: Birthday, bunch
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 Mayor Todd Jordan addresses recent acts of violence in the city
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Mayor Todd Jordan releases a statement of the recent acts of violence. “We are deeply saddened over the tragic loss of life this weekend in the City of Tupelo. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the deceased. Tupelo Police Department has a suspect in custody in the South Gloster St. shooting, and we…
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…