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    Woman arrested in fatal 2024 vehicle incident

    Meridian Police Department on Thursday announced the arrest of a woman in connection with a fatal motor vehicle ...

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    Highly partisan Farm Bill impasse on Capitol Hill is an odd issue for a primary challenge

    As we’ve discussed in this column before, Congress has not adopted a comprehensive five-year Farm Bill since 2018. ...

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    MSU-Meridian announces new leadership structure

    Mississippi State University Provost and Executive Vice President David R. Shaw today announced changes at MSU-Meridian that reflect ...

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    Meridian man sentenced for possessing firearm as a felon

    A Meridian man was sentenced on Tuesday, Jan. 13, to 42 months of incarceration for being a felon ...

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    Meridian weighs pump rental, purchase as emergency order ends

    The city of Meridian is looking at options for renting or purchasing pumps for a sewer bypass as ...

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    A time for self reflection

    A bit of self-reflection to start off a new year feels appropriate.  After an action-packed few days at ...

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    Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian celebrates America’s 250th with Storytelling Festival

    Families are invited to experience the power of storytelling at the Mississippi Children’s Museum - Meridian  during the ...

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    Mahjong Mississippi to benefit Hope Village March 27-28

    Hundreds of mahjong players from throughout the United States have Meridian in their sights as the Queen City ...

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    Parks cleanup underway

    Crews are working hard this week as cleanup projects are underway at several city parks. Workers used heavy ...

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    Mid-America League unveils Meridian team name, logo

    East Mississippi residents will be able to enjoy professional baseball in Meridian after the city was awarded a ...

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    18th Avenue to close Thursday for paving

    Meridian drivers will need to plan accordingly after the city announced Wednesday a portion of 18th Avenue will ...

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    Jimmie Rodgers Foundation announces lineup for 73rd annual festival

    Thousands of music lovers will descend on Meridian this spring as the annual Jimmie Rodgers Festival returns for ...

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    Dillon shines as Northwest Rankin holds off Meridian

    Northwest Rankin gets pay back. Behind the play of standout junior Deshawn Dillon the Cougars held off Meridian ...

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    Law Enforcement Reports for Jan. 14

    The Meridian Star provides a list of arrests and crimes being reported to authorities to keep the community ...

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    Wesley House announces “Heroes of Hope” Mardi Gras Gala

    Wesley House Community Center on Tuesday announced its annual “Heroes of Hope” Mardi Gras Gala, an evening of ...

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    Meridian looks to tackle speeders with radar cameras

    Meridian drivers will want to watch their speed as the city looks to crack down on people driving ...

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    Alley project almost done with underground phase

    An alley beautification project in downtown Meridian is almost done with underground work and will begin above-ground improvements ...

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    Lauderdale County tourism sees growth as state pushes for standalone agency

    Lauderdale County and the Queen City are seeing more people coming for a visit, according to new numbers ...

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    Metro adds two new vehicles to fleet

    Metro Ambulance is improving its ability to provide emergency care for Lauderdale County residents with two new vehicles ...

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    Airmen from the 186th recognized with prestigious 2026 Excellence and Leadership Awards

    Six airmen of the 186th Air Refueling Wing in Meridian, have been honored with distinguished awards. The awards ...