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Dr. Sheena Tran shares heat safety tips for summer
TUPELO — As temperatures rise and Northeast Mississippians spend more time outdoors in the summer months, there are several ways to prevent and treat heat-related illness. Dr. Sheena Tran, a recent graduate of North Mississippi Medical Center's Family Medicine Residency program, will be working at Booneville Urgent Care, a North Mississippi Health Services clinic where physicians often treat ...
Mississippi State grad prepares for second trip to the Olympics
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – During his time at Mississippi State, Florence, N.J. native Curtis Thompson was a four-time First-Team All-American in the javelin and was an NCAA Champion in 2016. Last month, Thompson qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics with a throw of 83.04 meters, the top mark in...
Smith commits to MSU baseball program
It has been an eventful last few years for Kentucky right-handed pitcher Travis Smith and that won’t stop within the next few weeks. After helping Kentucky to its first ever trip to the College World Series, the talented hurler entered the transfer portal. Mississippi State was the choice for Smith on Saturday as he announced for the Diamond Dawgs over heavy interest from Ole Miss and several other Southeastern Conference schools.
Local phone service holds event to prevent crime
Www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-07-06 20:42:57. SUMMARY: Louisville, Miss. hosted a violence prevention block party outside the Louisville Coliseum to inspire, educate, and curb community violence. The event featured free food, vendors, outdoor activities, and was sponsored by Louisville Cricket Wireless. Shina Boler of Cricket Wireless emphasized targeting youth, stressing the impact of gun violence and crime. Boler expressed a desire to protect children and prevent violence. Attendees also enjoyed prizes and back-to-school giveaways. This event sought to foster community unity and address safety concerns, especially among the youth. For updates, follow WCBI on Facebook and X.
Mississippi native to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame. Chances are you have heard his music.
Mississippi native and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame this Thursday. The ceremony, administered by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, will be live-streamed on the official Hollywood Walk of Fame website (walkoffame.com) at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. A Natchez...
Early morning shooting in Macon leaves one person dead
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – The Macon Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting that left a female dead. Macon Police Chief Davine Beck says it happened on July 6, shortly after 2 a.m., on Pearl Street. A vehicle drove up beside a car and fired one shot through...
Magnolia High School reunion parade honors the decades
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WLOX) - Magnolia High School Alumni are celebrating the decades with a luncheon, a parade, a banquet, and much more all weekend. On Saturday, the parade took place and hit every street in Moss Point. Just to name a few, they hit Martin Luther King, Magnolia, and...
Memphis teen facing adult felony charges for armed carjacking in Olive Branch
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Memphis teen is facing adult felony charges for the armed carjacking of a DoorDash driver at Poke World, 5142 Goodman Rd., in Olive Branch. According to the DeSoto DA's Office, on May 12, 2024, around 8 p.m., two teens, aged 16 and 13, and an 18-year old, from Memphis, wore ski masks and used pepper spray to attack and steal the victim's vehicle, at gunpoint.
Frosty Mug celebrates more than six decades of business
WIGGINS, Miss. (WLOX) - For more than six decades, Frosty Mug in Wiggins has been serving burgers and shakes with a smile. On Saturday, the establishment’s 64th birthday party went from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The restaurant is proven to be near and dear to the hearts of many long-time Wiggins residents.
Former UK pitcher Travis Smith to transfer to Mississippi State
It has been an interesting two years for former Kentucky pitcher Travis Smith. The Walton-Verona High School (KY) product dreamed of wearing the Wildcat uniform for much of his life. The hard throwing right hander had the chance to do that in 2022, 2023, and 2024. His first season in Lexington served as a redshirt year as he recovered from surgery.
Westin Hotel Opens in Downtown Jackson
The Westin Hotel in downtown Jackson officially opened on Thursday, Aug. 3, when city, county and state leaders gathered to cut the ribbon to the entrance of the new 203-room property located on South Congress Street across from the federal court building. The property is a $60-million public-private development project...
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