Mom To Mom: Cake
January 8, 2022
If you’re on a time crunch and still need to feed your family a snack, Mandy has a recipe for you. Categories: Featured, lifestyle Tags: mom
Longtime executive director of Elvis Presley Birthplace retires
Dick Guyton's last day on the job is also Elvis' birthday
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The man who has led the state’s most popular tourist attraction for the past twenty years is retiring. Dick Guyton spent his last day as executive director of the Elvis Presley Birthplace helping to lead a celebration on what would have been Elvis’ 87th birthday. Guyton took the executive director’s position in the summer of 2002, only…
A century old house is being renovated in Eupora
The house has was built over a century ago and a new home owner plans to keep the significance up to speed
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI)- Renovation is underway for one historic home in Eupora. The house has was built over a century ago and a new home owner plans to keep the significance up to speed. Mississippi is known for its landmarks, southern history, and the great folks who keep the Magnolia State going. In Eupora, residents are being reminded of a…
Grant Me Hope: Kariah
January 8, 2022
This week we meet Kariah, a 15-year-old girl, who enjoys dancing and making Tik Toks. She’s hoping to get adopted into a loving and caring family. Here’s this week Grant Me Hope. Categories: Featured, MS News Tags: grantmehope
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Search is on for Saltillo bank robbery suspect
Surveillance video catches bank robbery suspect in getaway car
SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – A manhunt is underway for the suspect in an armed bank robbery in Saltillo. It was shortly after 11:30 when 9 11 received a call about a robbery at the BancorpSouth branch in Saltillo. The suspect wore a mask and gloves. “With a hood, displayed a handgun and demanded money from the tellers,” said Saltillo Police Chief…
Area shootings on the rise and local authorities are looking for solutions
18-year-old Hervon Scott of Columbus was shot Thursday night
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI)- It’s an all too familiar story lately in the area; young people shooting each other. Local law enforcement would like to see that story end. 18-year-old Hervon Scott of Columbus was shot Thursday night January 7, 2021 in Macon. Scott suffered two gunshot wounds, and police are working another shooting investigation. “I don’t think it’s isolated….
Flu, COVID-19, or both? Flurona hits Mississippi
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A deep breathe. A temperature check. At Allegro Family Health Pharmacy, pharmacists are seeing patients that are diagnosed positive with both flu and COVID-19. Amy Bogue, Allegro Family Health President says that the symptoms are very similar. “Both flu and covid are having similar symptoms but we’re seeing a distinct difference with omicron that you have…
Starkville residents mourn the loss of child killed in a shooting
STARKVILLE,Miss. (WCBI)- As we continue to learn more about this investigation, Starkville residents have growing concerns following the devastating shooting. In Starkville, citizens tell me it’s like living inside of a nightmare. Wednesday night’s incident wasn’t just one shooting on one street. There were multiple locations. “That baby was only 9-years-old, he didn’t get to live his whole life ahead…
WCBI After Hours – Season Two: Episode 4
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MSDH predicts more people will be hospitalized with COVID-19
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – More people will get COVID in the coming weeks and more people will be hospitalized with the virus. That is the prediction from the Mississippi State Department of Health. 1,034 people are in the hospital with the virus. 188 patients are in I.C.U. The state’s health leaders say, as of this morning, there were only 11…
Due to positive COVID-19 cases Bruce City Hall is closed
BRUCE, Miss. (WCBI) – Until further notice, Bruce City Hall is closed to all guests. The decision was made after Mayor Rudy Pope and the City Clerk tested positive for COVID. The record-breaking positive cases also played a role in the decision. However, payments can still be made through dropbox. Categories: Local News
COVID-19 may cause delayed trash pickup in the Golden Triangle
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The recent COVID surge is causing problems in one of the most unlikely of places – your garbage pick-up. Almost one-third of the employees of Golden Triangle Waste Services are out either with positive tests or waiting on test results. Golden Triangle handles trash pick-up in Lowndes, Webster, and Oktibbeha Counties. The absences are causing…
UNCORKED – LECOLE FAMILY 010622
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HEALTH TALK – WOUND CARES #3 010622
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Starkville Police arrest three suspects in drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old boy
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville Police have arrested three suspects allegedly involved in the shooting that killed a 9-year-old boy Wednesday night. Investigators say suspects Barron “B-Man” Hubbard, Tabyron “Tayy Tayy” Fisher and Dellveon “Dez” Lindsey were arrested Thursday night for one count of murder and six counts of aggravated assault for each of them. Starkville Police Chief Mark Ballard…
Covid-19 testing at local hospitals may take longer than a clinic
COLUMBUS,Miss. (WCBI)- We’ve been here before… Rising case numbers, crowded hospitals, and people in critical need. Medical professionals here in Columbus are asking folks to stay clear of the emergency room if their cases aren’t severe. Hundreds are visiting local healthcare facilities to get tested for Coronavirus. But, if you’re going to the hospital, that testing may take longer. Up…
Six families escape apartment fire with only the clothes on their back
Columbus, Miss. (WCBI) – Black walls, shattered windows and caved-in ceilings. That’s all that’s left for six families at a Columbus apartment complex. The Columbus Fire Department got the call around 4 o’clock this morning at the Chanticleer Apartments. Assistant Fire Chief Duane Hughes says everyone got out safely but the fire gutted their homes. “Our attention is immediately drawn to…
Columbus Police Chief discusses prime prevention tactics
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus Police Department continues to urge the community to come forward with information to help solve the recent shooting incidents in the city. Chief Shelton says witnesses who report any information to the police department can rest assured that their identities will be protected. That includes protection from personnel not involved in each case. Within…
United Way Director gives update on annual giving campaign
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Thanks to you it works for all of us. It’s one of the former mottos of the United Way, but it still holds true. Today, the executive director of the United Way of Lowndes and Noxubee Counties gave community and business leaders an update on the organization’s annual campaign. One of the areas of emphasis has…
Mississippi Highway Patrol seeking certified law officers for upcoming class
For the first time, MHP will hold a cadet class for law officers
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol is looking for cadets for its next class, but this class will only be for those who are certified police officers. Orientation meetings will be held at local MHP Troop substations for anyone interested in applying for Cadet Class 66. Unlike other classes, this upcoming class is only for current or former law…
MSDH reporting new daily record of 7,079 COVID-19 cases
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – For the second day in a row, Mississippi sets a new daily COVID-19 record. The state department of health is reporting 7,079 new cases today, along with eight deaths. That’s 487 more cases than yesterday’s record-breaking numbers. 785 people are hospitalized with the virus. 170 patients are in I.C.U.’s across the state. Health leaders report there…
Winston County has a new EMA Director, Jimbo Lovorn
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Winston County has a new EMA Director. The board of supervisors voted to appoint Jimbo Lovorn to the post. Lovorn has been a deputy with the Winston County Sheriff’s Department for at least a decade. There he worked his way up through the ranks as a patrolman and left as an investigator. Lovorn replaces Buddy…