City Council discusses internet tax spending on projects in the area
Plans for spending the city’s remaining internet tax money split the Columbus City Council down the middle last night.
Midday (BGC Golf Tournament) – 09/17/25
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Brittnay Turner about the upcoming BGC Golf Tournament.
Mid-Morning (Retiree Appreciation Day) – 09/17/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Rita Felton and Lieutenant Marcus Shanahan about the upcoming Retiree Appreciation Day.
Construction continues on Highway 182 drainage project
For years, there have been flooding issues in different wards in the city of Columbus. City and county leaders have joined forces to help solve the problem.
Citizens learn about resources available to them at WCBI Senior Expo
Local senior citizens had the chance to learn about resources available to them at the annual WCBI Senior Expo. At the event sponsored by Baptist Memorial Hospital, attendees got to meet with vendors from a wide range of interests and industries.
MS Lottery Corporate transfers over $10.5 million to state treasury lottery funds
The Lottery Corporation transferred just over 10 and a half million dollars to the State treasury’s Lottery Proceeds Fund.
Mid-Morning (Mental Health For The Kids) – 09/16/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Dr. Keith Watson about Mental Health in kids and how you can help them.
Man charged with robbery at the Vaiden 35/55 Truck Stop
40-year-old Charlie Terrell Jones has been charged with a violent robbery of a clerk at the 35/55 Truck Stop in Vaiden.
Good News With Colin – 09/16/25
For this Week’s Good News, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the upcoming events that will be happening this week.
Members mourn loss of church after fire
Laverne Greene-Leech said her heart “dropped” when she saw her church in flames. Canaan M.B. Church was founded in1870 in Columbus.
Alabama Governor makes a stop in Gordo for Back-to-School tour
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s Back-to-School tour made a stop in Pickens County at Gordo Elementary and Pre-K. The Pickens County School District recently expanded its Pre-K program, opening 4 new classrooms around the district.
Itawamba Co. Sheriff’s Office conducts saturation detail to fight crime
The high visibility operation involved multiple agencies
A high visibility saturation detail in Itawamba County leads to arrests and citations on charges ranging from DUI, marijuana possession, and outstanding warrants.
Police respond to a shooting incident in Aberdeen
For the second time in less than two weeks, Aberdeen Police find themselves investigating a shooting.
Man faces accused of killing two cows with his car in Montpelier
A wannabe cowboy has been accused of killing cattle in Clay County.
Starkville fire victim to make a full recovery from injuries
Starkville firefighters give an update on the condition of a fire victim.
New scam reported in Winston County
The Winston County Sheriff’s Department is warning of a scam caller identifying themselves as Sergeant Grady with the sheriff’s department.
Lowndes Supervisors approve new budget for the next fiscal year
At this morning’s meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved what they describe as a “bare bones” budget for the next fiscal year.
Columbus Police looking for a vehicle after a shooting on Airline Rd
Police continue to investigate an east Columbus shooting and want your help finding a car.
City leaders join CRD and volunteers for Lee Park cleanup
City leaders joined neighborhood volunteers and Columbus Recreation Department workers to begin a cleanup in Lee Park.
Mid-Morning (New President of the MDSA) – 09/15/25
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks to Steven Woodruff about becoming the new president of the Mississippi Deputy Sheriffs’ Association.
C.F.D. responded to a church fire
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Around 3:00 Sunday afternoon, the Columbus Fire & Rescue team responded to a fire at Cannan Baptist Church near the city shop/barn. Initial information showed that the fire may have started in the church’s attic. The building was unoccupied when the 911 call came in. At this time, no injuries have been reported. More information will be…
S.F.D. responded to a structure fire Friday night
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Around 9:00 on Friday, the Starkville Fire Department was dispatched by Oktibbeha County E-911 to a structure fire at 110 Logan Drive. Initial reports showed everyone was out of the home, but when fire crews arrived, they found one person trapped inside. Firefighters initiated a search, and found one victim on the second floor. While crews worked…
R.E. Hunt High School class of 1965 held the 60th class reunion
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) An alumni group came together to reconnect and reflect on memories. Members of the graduating class of 1965 of Hunt High School held their 60th class reunion this weekend. Part of the class reunion included a tour of Hunt Intermediate School. The graduates got a chance to see the cafeteria and get a look at the classrooms….
A woman is behind bars in Booneville
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) On September 3rd, Booneville patrol officers received a report about a stolen credit card being used at a business just off of North Second Street. The report was turned over to the detectives of the Criminal Investigation Division. The suspect was identified as 20 year old Destiny Lee Hendricks of Booneville. Hendricks was charged with one felony…