Youth Award nominee discusses her race for excellence
Shepherd plans to attend Blue Mountain Christian University on a running scholarship and study secondary education biology.
Fire Department responds to a kitchen fire in Sturgis
The Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department responded to a kitchen fire at 88 Livingston Drive.
5 people arrested for a drug trafficking operation in Lowndes Co.
The Lowndes County Narcotics STING Unit has arrested five people believed to be involved in an East Columbus drug trafficking operation dubbed the “Hood Pharmacy” by one of the suspects.
AT&T suing Columbus for violating the 1934 Communications Act
AT&T is suing the city of Columbus over a cell phone tower in town.
MHP investigates multi-car crash on HWY 82 in Lowndes Co.
A serious accident leads to another crash, a traffic jam, and a child being flown to a Birmingham hospital.
Starkville Strong – 04/16/25
Today, Kealy talks with Brandi Herrington about Starkville Strong.
Mid-morning (Bass Masters) – 04/16/25
Today, Kealy talks with Hank Weldon about the opening of Bass Masters on Tenn-Tom Waterway.
What You Need to Know (Wednesday) – 04/16/25
Today, Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher about what you need to know this Wednesday.
Columbus YMCA helps members fight Parkinson’s Disease
To help regain their strength and improve their cognitive function, the Downtown Columbus YMCA teaches those with Parkinson’s how to box.
Moncrief Dog Park temporarily closed due to risk of parvo
Two young dogs who were dumped at the park were found to have parvo, prompting the city to close it down out of caution.
Two young dogs who were dumped at the park were found to have parvo, prompting the city to close it down out of caution.
Saltillo moves forward with first stand-alone fire station construction
The fire station is being built on land donated by Lee County Supervisors
Construction is underway on the $1.9 million fire station for Saltillo.
Sally Gray hosts annual Hat Day event at Columbus Arts Council
Hats in all shapes and sizes took center stage at the Columbus Arts Council for the Sallie Gray Hat Day.
Lowndes Co. leaders to continue with local ranch property plans
Lowndes County leaders are moving ahead with plans to market the land for industrial use.
Infamous runaway goat finally caught in Starkville
According to the Starkville Police Department, a three-day goat hunt has ended with the arrest of “Lightning Billy”.
State Champs recognized for their dedication in Lowndes Co.
Some Lowndes County state champions are being recognized for their dedication.
Lowndes County leaders ratify emergency flooding declaration
Lowndes County supervisors take another step in the flooding disaster process. At April 15’s board meeting, county leaders ratified an emergency declaration.
Stolen vehicle report leads to arrests in Tupelo
A report of a stolen vehicle led to several arrests in Tupelo.
18-wheeler truck overturns on Highway 45 in Tupelo
An overturned 18-wheeler put traffic at a standstill in Tupelo.
Sweet potato soon to be Mississippi’s official vegetable
The sweet potato is soon to be the official vegetable of the Magnolia state.
The Snip Station offers low-cost spay/neuter services for Lee Co.
The non profit opened several weeks ago in Verona to help control the stray pet population
Since opening a couple of weeks ago, the Snip Station has performed more than 100 surgeries. Veterinarians are in Wednesdays and Thursdays at the former Robbins Oil Company building on East Main Street in Verona.
Department of Education pulls already allocated funding
School districts had already started planning budgets when funds were suspended, leaving districts in a state of limbo.
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – $137 million. That is how much money Mississippi schools stand to lose due to a recent order from the Department of Education. The order shortens the liquidation deadline for COVID-19 relief funds. Chad O’Brian, the Monroe County School District superintendent, said what this means. “Dollars that we thought we had additional time to allocate to…
First Responders acknowledge those who answer call 911
From big cities to rural counties, those who answer the 911 calls display their dedication in those critical moments.
Caledonia student overcomes challenges after moving from Japan
Ryoma Kurosawa, an A.C.E. award nominee, is a soon-to-be graduate of Caledonia High School. He is excited for the next phase of life, but getting to this point wasn’t always easy.
Lowndes County Recreation Day – 04/14/25
Today on WCBI’s Midday, Kealy talks with Daniel Talley about the Lowndes County Recreation Day.