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First cicadas of 2024 in Mississippi documented this week
The first documented cicada in Mississippi for 2024 was spotted this week. According to Mississippi State Extension Service officials, the inaugural sighting of these attention-grabbing insects was witnessed in Choctaw County. Dr. Blake Layton, an Entomologist from the Mississippi State University Extension, provided insights into the phenomenon on social media.
First responders reflect on Louisville tornado decade later
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – When disaster strikes, we look for refuge, but what about the first responders in the community who are also dealing with tragedy?. They see it, feel it, and then they return to helping those who are suffering. Those on the front lines in Louisville saw...
Oktibbeha County man reported missing, found safe
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) — Update - Authorities in Oktibbeha County say thanks to a concerned citizen, Sylvester Warren was found safe. Authorities in Oktibbeha County are asking for help locating a missing man. Someone last saw Sylvester Warren, 36, in Starkville, on Monday, April 22. He wore a red...
Louisville honors 2014 tornado with remembrance weekend
LOUISVILLE, Miss. - Louisville honors the ten year anniversary of the 2014 EF-4 tornado with a weekend of remembrance. Friday morning, first responders gathered to place flower arrangements at the monument on Main Street. The goal was to highlight the dedication, their jobs, demand and pay tribute to the lives lost.
10 years later: Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – WSLM’s airwaves are lighting up with calls. Each one is different and each one is personal… sharing their survival story from April 28, 2014. Jim Mcadory is one of those people. The MSU Extension Agent knows there are still a lot of mixed emotions when it comes to telling stories about the decade-old disaster.
Louisville man pleads guilty over 2023 murder
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) – A man from Louisville pled guilty to second-degree murder. Nekendrick Nicholson entered the guilty plea on Monday. He admitted to killing Tyrekes Smith back in 2023 and will now serve 25 years in prison. Police say the two men got into an argument before the...
10 Years Later: WTVA to air seven-part special about anniversary of Tupelo, Louisville tornadoes
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — April 28 marks the 10th anniversary of the tornadoes that destroyed parts of Tupelo and Louisville. In recognition of this anniversary, WTVA 9 News is airing a seven-part special called “10 Years Later.”. The first episode airs on Sunday, April 28 at 5 p.m....
Bulldogs win game two of baseball series against Commodores
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Mississippi State won game two 7-4 over the Vanderbilt Commodores in Nashville with a nine-hit offensive performance. Junior Hunter Hines led the Dawgs' offensive attack, collecting five RBIs and two home runs. Hines had a monster day at the plate, going 3-for-4, with two hits being...
East Webster baseball sweeps Kossuth to advance in 3A playoffs
MABEN, Miss. (WCBI) — East Webster baseball defeated Kossuth 14-4 in six innings Saturday night to win the second round playoff series. The Wolverines won game one 11-1 on the road Friday. The game was tied at 3 heading into the bottom of the fourth inning. That’s when the...
Louisville teen gets 10 year sentence after plea deal
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) – A Louisville teen will spend five years in prison after cutting a plea deal. Cavayon Crosby pleaded guilty this week to shooting into a home. Louisville Police initially charged him with two counts but prosecutors dismissed one of the charges. Winston County Sheriff Mike Perkins...
Eupora issues boil water alert on Thursday for some of its customers
EUPORA, Miss. (WTVA) — The City of Eupora issued a boil water alert on Thursday, April 25 for some of its customers. This affects all customers who live south of Roane Avenue. The city issued the alert because of a loss of water pressure. This will remain in effect...
Eupora takes first game round two softball victory over Walnut
EUPORA – A wild first inning took both Eupora and Walnut on a ride in Thursday night’s second round softball matchup. The Lady Wildcats dropped four runs on the board in the top of the inning and Eupora followed with an incredible 11-run inning in the bottom of the frame. Though things calmed down the rest of the way, Eupora had to hold on late in the game in order to get the 12-9 victory.
Thompson of SHS to take softball skills to Coahoma Community College
Whether it was on the softball field or on the basketball court at Starkville High School, Thompson had an intensity that she was going to get the job done. It was also how she approached making a decision to play softball at the next level. After a successful visit to...
HS Softball Playoffs: Choctaw County downs Independence 10-0
ACKERMAN, Miss. (WCBI) — Choctaw County softball finished off its first round sweep of Independence with a 10-0 run-rule victory. The Chargers went on the road on Friday and blew out the Wildcats 18-2. Lexi Patterson led Choctaw County with a two-run home run in the second inning. Choctaw...
Weir, Morgantown and Frontier Win OVAC Softball Championships
WHEELING,W.Va. (WTRF) – Weir, Morgantown and Frontier all won OVAC softball championships Friday night at the I-470 complex. In 5A the Mohigans got home runs from Madison Wisman and Liz Alsop on their way to 4-3 win over John Marshall. In 4A, Weir downed Indian Creek 4-1. Rayna Hoover had a solo home run and […]
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