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This humble outdoor writer’s thoughts on AI
I have a general distrust of technology, not an aversion per se, simply a distrust. It’s not as ...
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LCSD students take on summer jobs on school campuses
Classes may be out for the summer, but that hasn’t stopped some Lauderdale County School District students from ...
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Local students graduate from Mississippi School for Mathematics & Sciences
Meridian and Lauderdale County students were among those to receive diplomas as part of the Mississippi School for ...
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Frederick Delk named principal of Northwest Middle School
The Meridian Public School District announced Thursday the promotion of Frederick Delk to principal of Northwest Middle School.
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GALLERY: Bulldog Book Bash
Local children got fired up for reading Wednesday by pep talk professionals as members of the Mississippi State ...
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Marion aldermen move forward with town hall project
Efforts to build a new Town Hall in Marion are moving forward after the Board of Aldermen took ...
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One arrested in weekend arson investigation
Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department announced a suspect is in custody Monday in connection with an arson investigation involving ...
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Metro’s Reynolds, Tubby recognized for heroic service
Two first responders were recognized Monday with a proclamation by the Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors for their ...
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The Salvation Army’s Fisher bids farewell to Meridian
As he prepares to take on new challenges in Gadsden, Alabama, The Salvation Army of Meridian Commanding Officer ...
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GALLERY: 11th annual Carter Foundation Day
Meridianites enjoyed good food, music and camaraderie Sunday as they celebrated one of the city’s difference makers at ...
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Supervisors declare emergency for York Road bridge, discuss Ponds Road
Lauderdale County crews are moving forward with repairs to a bridge on York Road after the Board of ...
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Call prompts police response to Islamic Center
Reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of Mississippi and Alabama are untrue, police say after ...
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MSDH encourages proactive steps during Men’s Health Month
The Mississippi State Department of Health joins other public health agencies and organizations across the country in highlighting ...
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Meridian police announce arrests in recent investigations
Meridian Police Department announced two suspects have been arrested in connection with recent incidents in the community.
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Juneteenth Heritage Festival seeks to bring everyone to the party
The city of Meridian’s vibrant heritage and freedom celebration of Juneteenth, set to kick off Thursday, centers around ...
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Students learn by doing at MPSD’s Camp IGNITE
Approximately 50 students from third through eighth grades put their skills to the test this week as they ...
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Blankenship joins Meridian Star as publisher
Robert Blankenship has been named publisher of the Meridian Star, Meridian Magazine, meridianstar.com, and all other affiliated print ...
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United Way, Habitat for Humanity join forces for Day of Action
Residents of 36th Place no longer have an eyesore in their neighborhood after the United Way of East ...
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Arrest made in December 2024 homicide
A Lauderdale man is facing a murder charge in connection with a December 2024 homicide investigation, the Lauderdale ...
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Sheriff urges residents to stay vigilant for scams
Lauderdale County residents have been inundated by scammers, and vigilance is needed to avoid falling victim to the ...
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Vein Institute cuts ribbon on Meridian location
East Mississippi residents have new healthcare options for treating vein conditions after the Vein Institute cut the ribbon ...
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Courtney named Distinguished Young Woman of Mississippi 2025
Grace Ann Courtney, a native of Wiggins, is the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Mississippi. A recent graduate ...
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Meridian says farewell to longtime City Council member
Current and former officials, community leaders and constituents joined together Tuesday at The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience ...
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Daylilies again on parade in Peachie Saxon’s garden
Peachie Saxon, 88, is not one to wait around and kick the dirt from boredom. She’s been busy ...
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Ace Hardware announces new 2025 board members
Ace Hardware Corporation, the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world, announced changes to the company’s Board of ...