New students move to Mississippi State University
Ava Forrest is an incoming freshman at Mississippi State University. Her family helped her move into her dorm on Tuesday.
Columbus city council is set to make repairs to drainage issues
Years of heavy rain and repeated flooding have taken a toll, especially in North Columbus, including Bluecutt Road and Highway 45.
Man missing in Prentiss County has been found
A Booneville man who was the subject of a Silver Alert has been found.
City of Columbus to receive funds for paving/road repair
The city of Columbus is getting lots of money to come in and plan to use some of the funding for paving and repairing roads.
Good News With Colin – 08/12/25
For this week’s Good News, Kealy and Colin have the latest on the events happening this week.
“Little Sturgis” brings thousands of bikers to Oktibbeha County
This may be his first year in office, but this isn’t Mayor Jerry Bean’s first Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
Loaves and Fishes partners with Chick-fil-A to help feed community
You may wonder what happens to all the leftover food at fast food restaurants at the end of the day. Well, at Chick-fil-A Columbus, that food goes to feed others in the community through Loaves and Fishes of Columbus.
Officer shortage in Shannon raises concern in the community
Some Shannon residents are calling for the Mayor and Board of Aldermen to take action
The town of Shannon was without police protection for two days this past weekend, and some concerned citizens are calling on the mayor and Board of Aldermen to take action.
Road work to be expected on Highway 45 Alt. in Lowndes County
More roadwork and changes ahead are planned for Highway 45 Alternate in Lowndes County.
Midday (BGCA Summer Event) – 08/11/25
Today’s Midday features Kealy Shields as she talks with Christopher Thompson and Padris Lawrence about the upcoming Town Hall event for the Boys and Girls Club.
Family of victim from assault video make voices heard with protest
Whether it was from the victim’s family or someone who has dealt with gun violence, attending the protest brought them to a space to be heard.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office holds public BBQ
Sheriff Eddie Scott said events like this are important because, "We're not effective if we're not a part of the community."
Sheriff Eddie Scott said events like this are important because, “We’re not effective if we’re not a part of the community.”
Family and friends remember Major Long
The 15 year old's death is still under investigation, as the community rallies around the family in their time of need.
The 15 year old’s death is still under investigation, as the community rallies around the family in their time of need.
Meagan McCain’s legacy lives on through nonprofit
The Meagan's Legacy nonprofit educates on the dangers of impaired driving, and gives scholarships to young people.
The Meagan’s Legacy nonprofit educates on the dangers of impaired driving, and gives scholarships to young people.
Tupelo man faces charges after allegedly biting two police officers
A Tupelo man is facing charges for allegedly biting two police officers.
Silver alert issued for a man missing in Prentiss Co.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for a Booneville man who has been missing since Sunday, August 10.
Investigation underway after an inmate’s death in Lowndes Co.
The death of a Lowndes County inmate is under investigation.
Thousands of pills were distributed across states from Columbus
Law enforcement say the leader of the drug trafficking organization used a pill-presser to distribute the drugs.
Latest marker on Tupelo’s Elvis Driving Tour honors his mother
The marker is in front of Relics Antique Marketplace, which was formerly Tupelo Garment Company, where Gladys Presley once worked
The 15th marker on the Elvis Driving Tour sits right outside Relics Antique Marketplace.
Residents came together to show support for Ackerman Chief of Police
The Choctaw County town elected a new mayor one month ago. Now, it appears Mayor Lauren Carson wants to bring in another police chief.
Disturbing juvenile assault video sparks outrage in Caledonia
A disturbing video from Caledonia is going viral and raising questions about how a juvenile assault case is being handled.
Columbus City Prosecutor charged with contempt of court
A Columbus City Prosecutor has been sentenced to jail time and a fine on a Contempt of Court charge.
MSU celebrates new residence hall opening on campus
Mississippi State University is celebrating its new residence hall, Azalea Hall.
Columbus Police warns community about new scam in the area
Law enforcement is warning about scammers demanding money over the phone.