Good News with Colin – 05/12/26
Today on Good News, Kealy and Colin Krieger talk about upcoming area events.
WCBI’s Ronny Smith honored at Starkville Rotary Club annual awards banquet
A big honor tonight for a longtime WCBI photographer who thought he was just there to cover the story.
Mid-Morning (Children’s Summer Health and Safety) – 05/12/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Doctor Keith Watson about managing children’s screen time, preventing heat exhaustion, and treating swimmer’s ear.
Bittersweet celebrations: Counselor gives advice for grief
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and for many people, this time of year can bring mixed emotions.
National Salvation Army Week highlights local work and outreaches
52 weeks throughout the year, the Tupelo Salvation Army helps the homeless, hungry and hurting. This week is set aside to recognize those “Doing the Most Good.” Allie Martin looks at how the Tupelo Salvation Army is observing, ‘National Salvation Army Week.”
WCBI teams up with Vitalent for local blood drive
WCBI is hosting a blood drive this Friday, May 15, from Noon until 5 pm in front of our building on Fifth Street South in Columbus.
Mid-Morning (Stafford Shurden) – 05/11/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Stafford Shurden about his life and the evolution of his career. Shurden has worked as a farmer, circuit court judge, restaurant owner, and a notable TikTok food reviewer!
Community Action Group honors pioneers from Memphis Town in Columbus.
Those in Columbus are being honored for growth in the community, and a local organization is showing appreciation and gratitude for those who came before them…
Mothers receive free meal from BBQ Drippings
If you were able to stop by BBQ Drippings Food Truck in West Point on Saturday, you were able to give your mom a treat. BBQ Drippings owners Robert Latham and Terrence Sykes wanted to do something special for mothers on Mother’s Day weekend…
Rain holds off for annual Red Hills Festival
The rain didn’t put a damper on the 45th annual Red Hills Festival held Saturday in downtown Louisville…
IAHS Senior wins girls state tennis championship
Itawamba Agricultural High School has a champion on the tennis courts. Senior Helen Davis has capped an incredible season by taking the MHSAA 4A Singles title. Allie Martin caught up with the tennis standout and has more.
City of Eupora honors Police Chief Lawrence Caradine after 18 years of service
The City of Eupora held a retirement reception in honor of its outgoing Police Chief, Lawrence Caradine. LaKeadra Coffey tells us more about it…
Lowndes Co. Cattleman’s association serves annual steak lunch fundraiser
The Lowndes County Cattlemen’s Association served up its annual steak lunch fundraiser today in Columbus.
Mitch’s Gun Shop in Monroe Co. to get new ownership and a fresh look
A longtime business in Monroe County is getting a fresh look and new ownership…
Pets Without Partners (Penelope) – 05/08/26
Today on Pets Without Partners, Kealy talks with Columbus Lowndes Humane Society about our special guest, Penelope.
Mid-Morning (Starkville Tourism) – 05/08/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Starkville Tourism Director Paige Hunt about recent area events and the importance of tourism.
Mid-Morning (Tina Retires) – 05/08/26
After 30 years in law enforcement, Tina Williams is stepping into the new role of retirement.
Work begins for new Downtown Columbus neighborhood
Parkview project leaders hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the new achievement.
Work has begun for what will be the newest neighborhood in downtown Columbus – Parkview. Project leaders celebrated the milestone on Thursday.
MSMS students and Columbus High School prepare for 2026 8th of May Emancipation Celebration
While Juneteenth is celebrated nationally as Freedom Day, the African American community in Columbus for generations had a month’s head start.
Roof Deployment Project helps local widow of Army veteran get overdue repair on home
A partnership between Owens Corning, a Mississippi-based business, and a non-profit means a new roof for the widow of a US Army veteran. Allie Martin has more on the story…
Mid-Morning (Mesha Randall) – 05/07/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy is in the studio with Mesha Randall to discuss Fibromyalgia Month.
Midday (Unearth a Story) – 05/07/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Reform Library Director Valerie Abrams about the summer reading program, Unearth a Story.
Mississippi lawmakers react to Supreme Court ruling on voting
NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Mississippi lawmakers are preparing for a special session that could reshape voting districts across the state — following a major court ruling tied to the Voting Rights Act. A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling is changing how states draw political lines — especially when it comes to race. The Court ruled in a Louisiana case that…
Mississippians empowered through The Commission’s State of the Region
Greg Pirkle is known to have a heart for his community, but he was still surprised when he was honored for his service at the CREATE Foundation’s State of the Region.