OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Sessums Water Association customers in Oktibbeha County are currently under a boil water notice from Sunday, Sept. 29, until Wednesday, Oct. 2, at noon. Bring water to a full rolling boil for at least one minute, then let it cool before use. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories: Local News Tags: boil…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus Police Department responded to the 1100 block of 6th Street North about a vehicle burglary on Friday, Sept. 26, around 2:10 a.m. The victim pointed at a Black male dressed in all black at the intersection down the street. The unidentified male ran when officers approached. With the help of Lowndes County Sherriff’s Office…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Police make an arrest for multiple counts of Auto Burglary. On Saturday, Sept. 28, around 4:40 a.m., Officers of Columbus PD responded to La Quinta Inn & Suites for a suspicious person looking in vehicles. Officers noticed that multiple vehicles in the parking lot had been tampered with, saw a male suspect matching the description,…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Columbus Police Department responded to the 500 block of Airline Road for shots fired on Sunday around 10 a.m. A CPD spokesperson says there were multiple shell casings on the scene and property damage. There are no suspects at the time and no reported injuries. This case is currently under investigation. For 24/7 news and…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Main Street Columbus and the Columbus Arts Council are teaming up to bring more exposure to downtown Columbus businesses. Several artists filled the sidewalks of downtown Columbus once again for the 12th annual Downtown Art Walk. More than 25 artists set up stands on sidewalks, and in local businesses, to allow attendees to be able to…
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) – Buzzing saws wielded by masters of their craft chiseled away at logs to create works of art. The second annual Chainsaws and Art Festival in Eupora was a four-day event that allowed chainsaw artists to showcase their talents, sell their work, and even compete with each other. Over four days, artists carved out masterpieces to be…
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Various artists were rocking out for a good cause in Aberdeen. Loves Truck Stop and The VFW Post 4490 hosted a “Rock Out” for Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital on Saturday. 12 different acts, varying from solo artists to bands, played to help raise money for the organization. Attendees were also able to enjoy raffles, a pool…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI)- Some ran some walked, but each step supported the St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. “We are excited to have St. Jude here in Starkville today,” said Ann Johnson, Executive Assistant For Camgian Corporation. “With our first ever walk/run in Starkville” More than 300 people ran and walked over three miles in the city of Starkville. For some,…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Starkville Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance to identify a commercial burglary suspect. This incident occurred at the Oktibbeha County Co-Op on 100 Pollard Road. On September 19, the suspect stole a new 10-foot trailer and a Cub Cadet 54-inch Zero turn. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Starkville Police…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Police are investigating a shooting that took place in the afternoon hours of Saturday, Sept. 28. Around 3:23 p.m., CPD responded to the 200 block of Constance Lane. Two victims were shot. One victim was 17 and the other victim was 16. Arriving Officers immediately started chest compressions until Baptist Memorial Hospital arrived on the…
A well-known family park in Starkville is getting an overhaul, and a new look.
This is the first budget process for Aberdeen Mayor Dwight Stevens, who said that despite many challenges, aldermen made some tough choices, but came in with a budget that has no property tax hike for residents.
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On September 27, Florida highway crews re-opened I-10 between Tallahassee and Lake City.
Bond has been set at $1,000,000 for a Columbus man charged with murder.
Five people are facing charges after Tupelo police and drug agents searched a home.
Chief Joseph Daughtry told WCBI the baby was wrapped in towels and given to a nurse at the hospital by an unidentified male.
Mississippi University for Women is spreading the word about its students’ successes and what the Columbus campus has to offer.
It was 2019 when Anna Cannington heard about someone in need of a kidney, and made the decision to become a living organ donor.
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – In a medical emergency, every minute is critical. That is especially true in rural areas where the trip from the scene to the hospital is usually longer. Emergency Medical Services in Noxubee County will soon be able to carry blood for patients as needed. “If you’re in Noxubee County, we want you to be able…
A former Houston, Texas Police officer has been found guilty of felony murder in the death of a former Macon resident and her husband.
It’s been almost a month since Lowndes County deputies discovered a body in a burned-out car. And, while they have clues to the identity, coroners have specific steps before they can make official confirmation and notification.
When Brian Richardson and colleagues at Waste Management Tupelo’s office wanted to hire more workers, they wanted to attract a diverse mix of applicants and help the community at the same time.