VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – Wednesday, a jury voted unanimously to sentence Brandon Sykes to death in Lamar County District Court for the murder of his ex-wife in 2015. The Lamar County Court clerk’s office told me they believe this is the first death sentence that they have on record. “Brandon Sykes killed the mother of three in front of their 11…
CLAY AND WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Severe weather can strike at anytime and anywhere. A message that local emergency management officials continue to stress is to be weather aware. Getting the word out to their communities is sometimes their biggest struggle. Whether it’s ice, flooding, or tornados; severe weather is a danger, no matter what season it is. When it…
VERNON, Ala. (WCBI) – Tuesday, a jury in Lamar County Circuit Court found Brandon Sykes guilty on three counts of capital murder in connection with the death of his ex-wife. While investigators still haven’t found her body, the district attorney believed there was enough evidence to take the case to trial. Sykes was found guilty of capital murder committed during…
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Monday, City Drugstore in Macon was open again, just days after the building collapsed on employees Thursday. “Because of our patients,” says owner and pharmacist Bill Bell. “We had to be back up and running as soon as possible.” The back of the building was unaffected by the partial collapse, they are operating out of their…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Just two months into the year, Lowndes County has seen an unusually high number of deaths. The coroner’s office has worked 168 deaths so far. Greg Merchant has seen a lot of death in his time as coroner in Lowndes County, but the numbers he’s seen so early in the year are staggering. The death rate is…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A Mississippi State University professor’s artwork could end up in your mailbox. Alex Bostic is an art professor at MSU. The United States Postal Service commissioned him to do the artwork for its Edmonia Lewis Commemorative Forever stamp, the 45th in the Black Heritage Series. Lewis was the first African American and Native American sculptor to…
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Governor Tate Reeves did get some time in the office on this Presidents’ Day holiday. The Governor issues 2 executive orders today, supporting Mississippi’s military communities and families. The first establishes the Military Star Schools Program to help children in military families transition to new schools and provide additional support when a parent is deployed. It…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An area non-profit and a fast-food favorite team up to provide meals for those in need in Lowndes County. Chick-Fil-A in Columbus is donating its surplus food to Loaves and Fishes of Lowndes County. The restaurant made its first delivery today, donating chicken, chicken biscuits, fruit, and other items to the Columbus-based ministry. Loaves and Fishes…
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MACON,Miss.(WCBI)- A Macon drugstore opens its doors just days after the building is damaged. Macon City Drug will be back up and running on Monday. The facility will use a storeroom behind the medal building on Lawrence Street until further notice. Also, there may be longer wait time to fill your prescription. Over-the-counter medications will not be available. Relocation plans have…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The state of Mississippi was recently under a Red Flag Warning due to an increased risk of brush and wildfires. Even with rain chances moving into the area this week, fire officials explain why folks should still be mindful of conducting burns. You’ve heard the phrase, “when it rains, it pours.” But will the amount of…
MONROE COUNTY,Miss. (WCBI)- A Monroe County ministry is making a difference in the lives of many people in the region. “We’re in a hurting community and we’re trying to give back. ” That’s why one Saturday a month, volunteers with “Stand Firm” Ministries distribute boxes of food, to anyone in need. It’s just one outreach of the Monroe County based…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- The Mississippi State University Black Alumni Association held it’s third Black Alumni Weekend. Festivities were back up and running after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The memo goes a long way for several officials and alumni taking part in Mississippi State Universities Black Alumni Weekend. Activities started on Thursday February 17, 2021 and will run…
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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- Keeping the streets clean of crime is what law enforcement agencies try to do day in and out. For officials with Columbus Police Department; they’ve taken an extra step to try and do just that. In November 2021 Columbus Police Department came up with a plan that was found to be effective. “We put together what we…
SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – A group of local investors and developers is making a difference in neighborhoods where they are working. Jubal and Jeremy Butler are checking on a property they purchased a little more than one year ago. Butler Holdings renovated the entire complex, putting about ten thousand dollars in each unit. Now, the 32 unit complex is a…
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- We now know the names of the two people trapped in a building collapse in Macon last night. Macon Police tell WCBI Linda Grissom and Sheba Mickens were pinned under debris for nearly two hours. Time is critical when a life is on the line. And agencies from across the Golden Triangle quickly responded when they got…
PLANTERSVILLE, MISS. (WCBI) – If you own a dog and live in Plantersville, you will need to get a license for your furry friend. The licenses are required for any dog over the age of six months. Dog owners will need to go to the town hall, pay a two-dollar fee and register their pet. Each dog owner will get…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – After more than 19 years as executive director at the Golden Triangle Regional Airport, Mike Hainsey is retiring. Hainsey has been in the aviation field for more than 45 years, including his time at the airport and a career in the Air Force. GTR Airport has seen significant growth under Hainsey’s leadership. It added service…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Winston County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to find a missing Winston County man. Jerry Maurice Gray was last seen in Forest, Mississippi Sunday, February 13th. The 42-year-old Gray is 6 foot 1 and weighs about 250 pounds. He was driving a black 2012 Ford Escape with Winston County license plate W-N-A-9-6-8-8 Gray…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol is driving home a message to high school students this Spring. Please Return on Monday. It’s a statewide message to remind students to make smart decisions when they’re driving. High School Prom season and Spring Break are just around the corner, and State Troopers will be making the rounds to area high…
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MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Two people are in the hospital with severe injuries after a building collapses on them. Macon Police Chief Davine Beck tells WCBI the individuals were in the Macon City Drugstore when the wall caved in around 5 pm this evening. Both victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. Their condition is unknown at this time….
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The bi-annual Tupelo Furniture Market is underway for the first time since 2020 and there are some changes. “We did a smaller version of the big furniture market, ” said V.M. Cleveland, founder of the Market. The Winter Furniture Market is scaled down, running from Wednesday through Friday. Last year, supply chain disruptions meant longer shipping…