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Mississippi State Medical Association outlines public health opportunities at Day at the Capitol
Jackson, Miss. — Mississippi is making progress in several key public health areas, but significant challenges remain, according ...
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One dead, one arrested in Thursday shooting
Meridian Police Department is investigating after a shooting Thursday morning left one person dead and a suspect in ...
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Cold, wet weather to remain through weekend
Below freezing temperatures and precipitation arriving Saturday are expected to last through the weekend as a winter storm ...
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The ups and downs of life
As I write this, he’s lying beside me reluctantly wearing the “cone of shame,” doing his best imitation ...
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Meridian man sentenced to 25 years for drug crimes
A Meridian man was sentenced Tuesday to 300 months in prison for drug manufacturing and drug trafficking.
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Weather service warns of major winter storm
The National Weather Service in Jackson is urging residents to take precautions as a major winter storm is ...
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Dangerous cold forecast heading into weekend
Rain over the next few days is expected to give way to dangerous cold temperatures beginning Friday night ...
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Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Board approves 20 more projects
Gov. Tate Reeves announced Tuesday that during its most recent public meeting, the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund ...
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Wildcats take acting talent to state competition
Meridian High School Theater students performed for hundreds of peers and judges this past weekend at the Mississippi ...
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Marion police investigating credit card skimmer
Marion Police Department is investigating after a credit card skimmer was found at a local business over the ...
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Ricky Hood receives key to the city
A Meridian icon was recognized Monday for his years of service to the community as longtime Boys and ...
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PHOTO GALLERY: Meridianites celebrate Dr. King
Meridianites celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday with the annual MLK Day ...
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Week 2 Legislative Roundup
The second week of the 2026 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature has concluded. The House continued its ...
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MSDH raising awareness of human trafficking
More than 300 victims of human trafficking were reported in Mississippi in 2024, and most involved sex trafficking. ...
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Just pitching in
I was talking with my friend Stephen the other day. He’s a lawyer. Smart, experienced, busy. I mentioned ...
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What about Bob?
If your name is Bob, this column isn't specifically about you. I promise. If I lie, stick a ...
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Central UMC to host second annual Night to Shine
Friday, Feb. 13, will be a true “Night to Shine” at Central United Methodist Church. In partnership with ...
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Can Senate stick to its position against school vouchers?
On the first day of the 2026 session, the Mississippi Senate took a strong position against public school ...
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Law Enforcement Reports for Jan. 17
The Meridian Star provides a list of arrests and crimes being reported to authorities to keep the community ...
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Sansevieria is a stylish house plant for everyone
This time of the year, I really lean on houseplants to keep my indoor spaces attractive and full ...
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Big fourth quarter rallies Bay Springs over Clarkdale
Behind a big fourth quarter along with play of Octavius McCormick the Bulldogs were able to rally past ...
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EMCC to host MHSAA Middle School Basketball Invitational on Scooba campus
For the fourth consecutive year, East Mississippi Community College has been selected to serve as a tournament host ...
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Sen. Hickman visits with Meridian students
Students from Pentecostal Christian Academy in Meridian visited with Sen. Rod Hickman at the State Capitol on Thursday. ...
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Federal funding earmarked for Meridian in appropriations bill
A federal appropriations bill passed by the U.S. Senate on Thursday will channel hundreds of millions in science, ...
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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 ...