Toyota provides funds for higher school education in blue Springs
Students in Pontotoc City and Lee County schools will get tools and recourses designed to help provide pathways to high growth careers, funded by a grant from Toyota.
Columbus Mayor announces he is not running in re-election
Columbus Mayor Keith Gaskin will not seek a second term in office. He made the announcement at his Wednesday morning press conference.
Foster dad faces child sex crime charges in Lowndes County
A Lowndes County foster dad has been charged with a child sex crime. 42-year-old Clarence James “CJ” Stockman was charged with sexual battery.
Old Kmart building in Columbus catches national retailer’s attention
In what could be a blue light special for Columbus, a national retailer is considering renovating the old K Mart building.
Maple St. building to be demolished, leaving Dial-A-Bus to relocate
The city council voted to demolish the organization’s Maple Street building that is owned by the city of Columbus.
More roads to be paved in the City of Columbus
The city of Columbus will be paving more roads. Councilmen will work with City Engineer Kevin Stafford to get their list of preferred roads paved.
Group tries to make passing down farms smoother
Agriculture serves as the backbone of our economy. That’s why The Unlimited Community Agriculture Cooperative group, is hosting a workshop, to make sure all farmers are ready to pass their farm down.
Report Card Day in Mississippi reveals good grades
It’s report card day in Mississippi. Not for the students, but for the school districts.
Missing swimmer’s body found off County Road in Lee County
Around 2:30 p.m. on September 17, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office was notified that a body had been found off of County Road 2578 at Dugger Creek.
The M.D.E campaigns “Move to Learn” to schools in Noxubee Co.
Noxubee County students are getting out of their seats and their feet. The “Move to Learn” campaign rolled onto campus on September 17.
Lowndes County Communiversity hosts annual college event
East Mississippi Community College hosted more than 1500 students from five counties on September 17 at the Communiversity.
MS Supreme Court denies another appeal for Willie Manning
A majority of justices on the high court denied Manning’s request to file for Post-Conviction Relief.
Okolona teen arrested and charged with shooting into vehicle
On September 16, the Tupelo Police Department severed a Lee County Circuit Court Capias warrant for 19-year-old Malik Huddleston.
Resource Officers help schools plan ahead in Lowndes County
Over 200 school shootings have happened in the U.S this year.
Farmer explains how hurricane francine helped his crops
Before last week’s heavy wind and rain from hurricane Francine, the state of Mississippi was in a moderate drought. The dry conditions have hurt many farmers’ crops, but the rain has come at just the right time for others.
Macon man pleads guilty to assault and sexual battery
A Macon man will spend the next 25 years in prison. Jamar Stallings pleaded guilty to simple assault on a vulnerable adult and sexual battery.
Burn bans have been lifted for certain counties in Mississippi
Hurricane Francine brought some beneficial rain to the state and now some counties are lifting burn bans.
Tishomingo man arrested after officer-involved shooting
Tishomingo County deputies have released information about a pursuit and officer involved shooting.
Tennessee Williams’s play is showcased at local theatre
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – September 15 marked the last day of Tennessee Williams Week. In remembrance of him, one of the plays that he wrote was shown at the Columbus Arts Council. The annual four-day tribute for Tennessee Williams was filled with performances for the community. The play “A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur” was performed in the Omnova Theatre…
Glow Market helps raise funds for missions
The Glow Market at the Amory First Assembly of God raised funds for the Assemblies of God Boys and Girls Missionary Challenge.
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Amory First Assembly of God hosted a kids market Saturday to raise money for the Assemblies of God Boys and Girls Missionary Challenge. With the help of their parents, over a dozen kids set up their booths to sell refreshments, services, and creations. The church’s children’s pastor, Haley Davis, described what the market helped the…
Officials on the scene of a man missing in a creek near Guntown
A 37-year-old white male tried to swim across the creek and was swept away.
GUNTOWN, Miss. (WCBI) – Officials were on the scene of a man missing in a creek near Guntown Sunday afternoon. Sheriff Jim Johnson tells WCBI officials were on County Road 2578 at the creek before Highway 370. A 37-year-old white male tried to swim across the creek and was swept away. Sheriff Deputies and numerous First responders were on scene…
Upgrades on horizon for Highway 182 corridor in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The largest project in Starkville’s history will give the town a new look and the potential for more growth. Local, state, and federal leaders broke ground on the Highway 182 revitalization project on Friday. “This project is going to be transformative for Starkville. It is going to be bringing a corridor that’s been neglected back to…
Seventh annual Robins Street Art Stroll features dozens of local artists
Robins Street Art Stroll features dozens of local artists
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Everywhere you looked an artist was sharing their passion with the community. From the seasoned professionals, all the way down to the fresh-eyed young creators, each artist had a story to tell. A Tupelo High School student and local artist, Casper White, said her art teacher is the reason she is out here at the Robins…
EMCC program offers free educational opportunities for adults
EMCC program offers free educational opportunities for adults
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – Folks in Noxubee County will soon have a place to start completing their education. East Mississippi Community College and Happy Start Learning Academy are teaming up to offer an adult education program. “When EMCC told us that they would come and offer those services and so we said we have the facility, we will make it…