Allie Martin

Tupelo

Bureau Chief and Reporter at WCBI-TV (Columbus, MS)

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Law expert says Presidents can shape landscape with judicial nominations

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

President Trump set to nominate two federal judges to Mississippi's Northern District TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – In April, U.S. District Judge Sharion Aycock announced she was taking senior status, meaning she will still hear cases, but with a reduced caseload. U.S. District Judge Mike Mills announced his decision to take senior status four years ago. Now, President Donald Trump can nominate two federal judges to the Northern District.
Tupelo's historic Lyric Theatre to get a major makeover

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

Tupelo Community Theatre will announce a capital campaign to collect money for the renovations TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – When Lisa Martin came on board as executive director of the Tupelo Community Theatre nearly two years ago, she knew that renovating and updating the Lyric was priority number one. And in true theater fashion, they “took it from the top”. “Once we started with the roof, we realized quickly the ceiling would need to be done sooner rather than later.
Training cadets graduate from sheriff's academy in Monroe Co.

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It has been a long eighteen weeks for the newest graduating class from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Training Academy. Twenty cadets graduated on Wednesday night, May 21, after completing the 307-hour course for part-time certification as a law officer. The graduates took part in physical training, firearms safety and qualification, driving techniques, constitutional law, patrol concepts, and other required courses.
Corinth Superintendent indicted in connection with AI child porn case

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) – The former superintendent of the Corinth School District is indicted in connection with the case ofA I generated child porn allegedly produced by a former teacher. Edward Lee Childress was arrested on a felony charge of hindering prosecution in the first degree. Also, Wilson Jones, a former teacher with the district, was arrested on a three-count felony indictment. He is charged with depicting children engaging in sexual conduct.
Around the Area (State of Region) - 05/22/2025

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

Around the Area (State of Region) – 05/22/2025 On this week’s episode of Around the Area, Allie attends the State of Region and the CREATE Foundation in Tupelo. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Tags: allie, Allie Martin, around, county, CREATE, foundation, lee, local, martin, Mississippi, MS, of, of Region, Show, state, the, Tupelo, with, world
Age is just a number for members of "Young at Heart"

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

AMORY, MISS. (WCBI) – When he retired several years ago, Marty Polk wanted to make sure he stayed active. “Trying to keep ourselves in pretty decent shape,” Polk said. Polk joined the “Young at Heart” group. He meets with 20 or so others at the West Amory Community Center every Tuesday and Thursday. Each meeting starts with prayer, then exercises and dancing.
Pontotoc to expand its Farmers Market

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

PONTOTOC, Miss. (WCBI) – While most foods eaten in America travel nearly 1,500 miles from the field to the table, the vegetables and fruit sold at the Pontotoc Farmer’s Market come from a 40-mile radius. “All produce sold at the market has to be local and has to be sold by the person who grew it,” said Julia McDowell, director of the Pontotoc Farmers Market. Every Saturday, between 50 and 60 vendors set up at the Market, one block off Main Street.
Students learn ballroom dance through community partnerships

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

The lessons culminate with a year end exhibition SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – For their final lesson of the year, students were taught a routine they would perform as a group. For the entire school year, instructors from the Dance Studio of Tupelo have taught students at two Lee County schools, two Tupelo schools, and TCPS. Teachers and administrators said there are many benefits for the young dancers.
Saltillo couple from South Africa talk of dangers they face

2 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

Koos and Antoinette Badenhorst returned from a recent visit to their native land as families seeking asylum head to the US SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – During their recent trip to South Africa, Koos Badenhorst and his wife, Antoinette, said they didn’t recognize the country they grew up in. “On the main road, it said hijacking hot spot; it means if anything goes wrong with your car, you’re in trouble,” Koos said.
Personal trainer inspires others with perseverance and faith

3 weeks ago | wcbi.com | Allie Martin

A serious medical condition threatened to sideline the former bodybuilding champion, but he refused to give up TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – Whether he is training a prospective competitor at Premiere Fitness or working at Fit Fusion, Chad Davis is always on the go. His interest in physical fitness began in his teens and continued through his twenties, when he won some competitions.

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