COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) It was a day full of fun activities in Columbus on Saturday. Hundreds of people showed for the annual “Memphis Town” Community Day hosted by Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Each year, the event offers free food, games, children’s activities, and music. It also included several different vendors. Event organizer Jacquise Frison said, this is all to…
VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – Vardaman is showcasing its claim to fame as the Sweet Potato Capital of the World with the annual Sweet Potato Festival. The week-long event brings the community together and welcomes visitors from all over. The 52nd annual Sweet Potato Festival showcases Vardaman’s biggest crop and its hospitality. There were tons of vendors, live music, and plenty of…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) It was a frightening moment for a driver Friday afternoon. The Starkville Fire Department responded to a single motor vehicle accident on 100 Hwy 12 west on Friday afternoon. The accident happened in the Wendy’s parking lot. One person was in the vehicle during the time of the accident. That person suffered minor injuries and had to…
Today on Midday, Grace Brister talks with Brandy and her special guest, Shadow.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes has active chapters, or ‘huddles’ in about eighty schools across Northeast Mississippi. At Saltillo High School, more than 350 students meet every Friday for their huddle, which includes a time of prayer and a message.
Karriem wrote a letter to the governor declaring a state of emergency for relief efforts for snap beneficiaries and calling a special session for the legislature to address SNAP related funding.
MPB Radio staple, Thacker Mountain Radio Hour, is coming to Columbus for a live show.
There was an increased law enforcement presence at Alcorn Central.
There have been reports of a fire in Aberdeen on Canal Street.
Due to the ongoing Federal government shutdown, Several parks and day-use areas operated by the Army Corps of Engineers will close beginning today, October 31, and will remain closed until further notice.
Monroe County Sheriff Kevin Crook told WCBI, his deputies responded to a call at Smith Chapel Holiness Church Wednesday evening, October 29. When deputies arrived, they found 73-year-old Ollie Hamilton had been violently attacked and was dead.
That’s why teachers at South Pontotoc Attendance Center are supporting those who will be affected by the loss of food benefits.
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Mona Vance-Ai and Melissa Duncan-Thomas about the upcoming American Revolution Screening event at the Library.
Today on Animal health, Dr. Karen Emerson talks about her special guest, Tiny, and his problem with his eye.
Aberdeen Residents came together on Saturday afternoon, October 25, to keep to make sure a small piece of Mississippi history is not forgotten.
Columbus Police make an arrest following a shooting in North Columbus.
A Tupelo gym shows its appreciation to first responders with a free lunch.
On this week’s Next to Nature, Joey and Dr. Long discuss chainsaws and how to sharpen their blades
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is getting in the Halloween spirit.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office makes history with its first female black deputy.
Board members stood on opposite sides at Tuesday night’s special called board meeting in Calhoun City.
Arti Brown will spend the rest of his life in a Mississippi prison.
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Jacquise Frison and Janice Richmond to talk about the Memphis Town Community Day event.
Today on Sunrise, Kealy talks with Quan Walker and Erik Studdard about the upcoming Under The Oak Art Festival event.