Starkville Rotary Club hosts Rotary Classic Rodeo
For over 20 years, the Starkville Rotary Club has hosted its Rotary Classic Rodeo.
Area fire departments work to put out two separate brush fires in Calhoun Co.
Area fire departments worked to put out two separate brush fires over the weekend in Calhoun County.
One of two victims of a homicide in North Carolina have been identified
A Hamilton man has been identified as one of two victims in a Valentine’s Day homicide in North Carolina.
WCBI’s Cutest Couple Contest Winner Announcements – 02/13/2025
Congratulations to WCBI’s Cutest Couple winners, Carl and Cheryl Mickens!
Coldwater PD needs help finding a generator
COLDWATER, Miss. (WCBI) A generator was stolen last Thursday night from the Town of Coldwater’s Lagoon wastewater treatment facility. This generator is a very important part of the town’s waste treatment operations. Due to its size and weight, it would likely have taken multiple people to move it. The scene has been processed, and the theft is under investigation. For…
A fire burned over 100 acres in Amite County
AMITE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On February 8th, a wildfire in Amite County burned 115 acres. That wildfire was contained. The Mississippi Forestry Commission would like to thank the wildland firefighters for their hard work in keeping our forests safe. As we move through the winter and into spring, it is usually the peak time for fire activity in Mississippi. If…
Noxapater throws the biggest small town Mardi Gras party
NOXAPATER, Miss. (WCBI) When most people think of Mardi Gras, they think of New Orleans, Mobile, or the Mississippi Coast. But for the fourth year in a row, revelers are being drawn a little farther North – to Winston County. When the Town of Noxapater says its Mardi Gras parade and festival is the biggest small-town party — they really…
A little friendly competition is helping fight hunger in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Councilman Roderick Smith and Councilwoman Lavonne Harris are rallying the community for the city’s march of the mayors canned food drive. Smith even surprised students dressed as Chase from Paw Patrol to help spread the word. City leaders said it may be a competition, but the real win is making sure families across Columbus have the food they…
A man was sentenced to serve ten years in prison for narcotics
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) On Thursday, Derrick Lerenzo Denman pled guilty to trafficking methamphetamine in Lee County. Circuit Court Judge John R. White sentenced Denman to serve 40 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections, with 30 years suspended. Denman will not be eligible for parole or early release. When he is released, he must complete 5 years of post-release supervision….
A truck caused damaged to a church parking lot
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) A video shows a truck entering the parking lot of Christian Chapel Church and doing donuts, and that led to ruts in the parking lot. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened between 11:00 Saturday night and 5:30 Sunday morning. If you have any information about this incident, or know who the driver…
Great backyard bird count
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) The annual Great Backyard Bird Count started Friday and runs through Monday. The goal is to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real time. And it’s easy to join. All you have to do is stake out your favorite spot to watch birds; watch birds for at least 15 minutes, at least once…
Local organization host women-only firearm training
LOWNDES COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI) – Several area women took some time away from the hearts and flowers this morning to learn a little more about steel and lead. Felix’s Firearm Training hosted its women-only enhanced carry training session in Lowndes County. “We figured Valentine’s Day would be a good day where women get together in the morning and come on…
A teenager is missing in Lauderdale County
LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) 14-year-old Emily Smith is missing from the Causeyville Road area in Meridian. Smith is 5″4, weighs 110 pounds, has red hair and brown eyes. The juvenile was last seen Wednesday morning. If you have any information about where she might be, you are asked to contact the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office, or use the anonymous p3…
TEPA wants you to be aware of a scam
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) The Electric Power Association said, it has been made aware of scam calls about people pretending to be employees with the association and Tombigbee Fire. The scam caller is also threatening service disconnection in exchange for money. This is a scam. The Tombigbee Electric Power Association nor Tombigbee Fiber will ever call to request personal or payment…
MCSO wants you to be aware of a scam
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) According to the law enforcement agency, it has been made aware of someone making calls in the area That scam caller is claiming to be a relative of someone at the Monroe County Detention center. The scam caller is also asking for bond money through cashapp. The Sheriff’s Office wants you to know that this is…
CFD responded to an early morning house fire
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Around 2:30 Saturday morning, the Columbus Fire and Rescue team responded to a call about a house fire at 1721 9th avenue North. Columbus Fire Chief Duane Hughes tells WCBI, three residents were able to escape the home. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. For 24/7 news and updates, follow…
Shops offer last minute Valentine’s gifts
COLUMBUS, Miss., (WCBI) — Love is in the air as many celebrate the ones they love this Valentine’s Day. For those last-minute gifts, shops like Noweta’s in Columbus held extended hours to ensure people had an opportunity to get a gift for their special Valentine. Dustin Pounders, owner of Noweta’s, says it’s been a successful Valentine’s Day for them. “Friday…
Saltillo Fire moves into new Headquarters
The new fire department for Saltillo is now open, and equipment, trucks, and firefighters are moving in this weekend.
Starkville Rotary is set to host charity rodeo event for local groups
With more than 3,000 people expected to attend and money being raised, Kunkle says it is a win-win for the city of Starkville.
Our Hair, Our CROWN, and the Act behind it all
Hair can be a focal point for an African American person. It is a way of expressing themselves outwardly. African American hair texture can be manipulated and transformed into anything you can dream. In Mississippi and Alabama, that expression has become a focal point of proposed legislation. So far, several attempts to pass the CROWN Act have failed.
Woman faces multiple drug charges in Itawamba Co.
On Thursday, February 12, the Fulton Police Department, Itawamba County Sheriff’s Office, and the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Amy Lauren Tillotson.
Two people accused of dealing drugs in Burnsville
Two Burnsville residents are behind bars, accused of dealing drugs.
North MS US Attorney’s Office reports to have received calls about scam victims
The Tupelo High School ShowChoir made history at the recent Jackson Academy Showchoir Invitational, when they were named Grand Champions.
Starkville community helps plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day
Today is Mississippi’s Arbor Day. To celebrate, the City of Starkville, the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club, Artful Gardener, MSU Landscape Architecture students, and other volunteers planted about 40 trees around ballfields at Starkville’s Cornerstone Park.