Meridian Star Local News

In memory of those who died

2012-05-29T06:00:00-05:00

A 21-gun salute is a common part of any Memorial Day program.
But the release of 21 snow white doves representing the peace we enjoy today because of those who have fallen in battle was a rare treat of the Second Annual Memorial Day Program held Monday afternoon at Magnolia Cemetery in Meridian.

Choctaw Expressions to be showcased

2012-05-29T06:00:00-05:00

The Mississippi Craft Center will present Choctaw Expressions as the featured cultural and historical exhibit for the month of June.
The presentation will showcase the rich and unique heritage of the Mississippi Choctaw Indians with traditional cultural arts and artifacts. The exhibition is set to open to the public on Friday, June 1 at 10 a.m. The Mississippi Craft Center, located in Ridgeland, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission and will highlight this unique event through June 30.

Earth’s Bounty Festival Saturday

2012-05-29T06:00:00-05:00

Residents in the Meridian area will have the opportunity to purchase locally grown or made products throughout the summer and fall through the Earth’s Bounty festival.
The expanded version of the current farmer's market will take place on the first Saturday of every month from June-November at Singing Brakeman Park in Meridian near Union Station.

WWI soldier’s family receives Purple Heart

2012-05-29T06:00:00-05:00

About three weeks before the end of WW I, two young officers with the 320 Machine Gun Battalion crept through the battered moonscape of France on a mission to find new positions for their weapons.

Man dies of gunshot wound

2012-05-27T06:00:41-05:00

Investigators with the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Saturday morning in which one person died.

Marriages & Divorces: Sunday, May 27, 2012

2012-05-27T06:00:41-05:00

Leading Edges uses technology to enhance advertising

2012-05-27T06:00:41-05:00

If local advertising agency Leading Edges has its way, pretty soon you will be using your iPhone or iPad to bring its clients' ads to life.

Meridian soldier to receive posthumous Purple Heart

2012-05-27T06:00:41-05:00

Partnership in place for safety blitz

2012-05-26T06:00:56-05:00

Keeping time with the Disabled American Veterans

2012-05-26T06:00:56-05:00

When you are responsible for transporting area veterans to Jackson to meet their medical appointments, you better be on time.