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Expected revenue lags as medical marijuana program grows
Meridian officials were looking forward to increased tax revenue when they chose not to opt out of the ...
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Meridian firefighters learn new skills at training facility course
Meridian firefighters expanded their skill set this past week as they attended a driver/operator course at the Meridian ...
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Council to vote on Jumbotron sponsorship, game security request
The Meridian City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on two actions involving the Meridian Public School District. ...
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EMCC kicks off 2025 football season Thursday at Mississippi Gulf Coast
Looking to return to the postseason playoff picture, the Lions of East Mississippi Community College will kick off ...
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Work begins on long awaited alley project
After years of work and waiting, workers have begun construction on a project revitalizing one of downtown’s alleyways ...
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Young Professionals’ beignets benefit Wesley House
Downtown Meridian was flooded with the smell of freshly fried beignets as the Young Professionals of Meridian organization ...
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MSDH declares public health emergency on infant mortality
The Mississippi State Department of Health declared a public health emergency Thursday in response to rising infant mortality ...
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Meridian man arrested after shooting at deputies
A Meridian man is facing felony charges after shooting at deputies Thursday at a safety checkpoint, the Lauderdale ...
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Third Thursday returns with throwback sounds
Meridianites enjoyed good food, cold drinks and live music Thursday at Dumont Plaza as Third Thursdays returned to ...
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Howell, Markham sworn in as Municipal Judges
Court officials celebrated Thursday as Dustin Markham and John Howell were sworn in as Meridian Municipal Court judges ...
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Thompson to head up MPD’s operations as assistant chief
Meridian Police Department’s Dareall Thompson will step into a new leadership role overseeing the department’s patrol, criminal investigation ...
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Scott Sills Named Chief Retail Officer at Citizens National Bank
In his new role, Sills will lead the bank’s Retail Sales and Operations, shaping strategy and elevating the ...
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MCC resource fair connects students with community support
Meridian Community College students made their way down rows of tables manned by local organizations and support services ...
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Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday next weekend
Hunters, target shooters and firearms enthusiasts will have an opportunity save next weekend as the state recognizes its ...
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Thompson confirmed as community development head
Former code enforcement officer Terrell Thompson is stepping up to lead Meridian’s Community Development department after the City ...
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Veterans Park sales of memorial plaques ongoing
The East Mississippi Veterans Foundation is continuing to sell memorial plaques honoring military service members to adorn its ...
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City to begin enforcing curfew beginning Sept. 1
Meridian youth will want to mark their calendars as Meridian Police Department plans to begin enforcing the city’s ...
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MDE encourages schools and communities to recognize Attendance Awareness Month in September
The Mississippi Department of Education is encouraging all education stakeholders to recognize Attendance Awareness Month in September. Schools, ...
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Nine MCCers begin leadership training program
It’s a new academic year, and nine Meridian Community College faculty and staff members are taking part in ...
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County looks to make repairs at Agri-Center
Visitors to the Lauderdale County Agri-Center may see some construction underway after the Board of Supervisors on Monday ...
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Moseley invites viewers on journey of language in new MAX exhibit
Meridian native and acclaimed artist Cecelia Moseley is bringing her exhibition “Remnants of Language” to the Mississippi Arts ...
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Local leaders report city, county are seeing success
Meridian and Lauderdale County are moving forward with more events, increased visitor counts and higher sales tax revenue, ...
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Meridian man sentenced to 27 months for firearm possession
A Meridian man was sentenced to 27 months in prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted ...
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Gov. Reeves deploys 200 Mississippi National Guard to Washington D.C.
Gov. Tate Reeves on Monday announced he approved the deployment of 200 members of the Mississippi National Guard ...
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Meridian to celebrate art, history Thursday at Masterpieces for Merrehope
Art enthusiasts, historic preservationists and residents looking for a fun and engaging evening are invited to visit the ...