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Lauderdale County moves forward with projects, grant applications
Lauderdale County supervisors moved forward with several projects Monday as multiple county departments look to apply for grant ...
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Tax Assessor reminds residents of April 1 deadline to file homestead, renditions
Lauderdale County Tax Assessor Whitney Hodges is reminding residents the deadline to file for homestead exemptions and return ...
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Attorney General: Local, state agencies combine for Operation Check Mate fentanyl crackdown
Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced Monday the completion of Operation Check Mate, led by the Attorney General’s Office’s ...
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Ambulance director discusses city’s proposed EMS changes with county supervisors
The director of Metro Ambulance addressed the Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors Monday to discuss proposed changes being ...
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Collegiate riders, ropers compete at 14th Annual EMCC Rodeo
Dust settled over the Lauderdale County Agri-Center this weekend as the 14th Annual East Mississippi Community College (EMCC) ...
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JAKES hunt shapes the future of turkey hunting
It’s a moment in time that has a lasting effect. In that instant some are forever changed. Such ...
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EMCC Lions earn conference-opening baseball doubleheader split at Holmes
The visiting Lions of East Mississippi Community College flipped the score during Tuesday’s MACCC baseball opener at Holmes ...
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MPD investigating Wednesday shooting
Meridian Police Department is investigating after a gunshot victim was found Wednesday in a traffic incident.
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Fred Smith’s legacy is one of civility, curiosity, and a world-class love of books
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Fred Smith—who concluded his remarkable life and career at Mississippi ...
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Sowashee celebrates with Spring Fling
Residents of Sowashee Courts enjoyed a day of fun in the sun on Wednesday as the city of ...
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Carlton ‘Corky’ Palmer Scholarship Endowment at MCC completed
Carlton “Corky” Palmer built his baseball program on trust, discipline, and accountability. Former players and associates say those ...
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Baptist Anderson names new chief medical officer
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center has named Dr. Hatem Mourad as its new chief medical officer. He will ...
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Jamal Roberts to lead free student choral performance at The MAX on March 12
GRAMMY-nominated singer and Season 23 American Idol winner Jamal Roberts has partnered with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment ...
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Hyde-Smith, Colom sail to party nomination in Lauderdale County
Lauderdale County voters joined their fellow Mississippians at the polls on Tuesday to decide which candidates will be ...
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Law Enforcement Reports for March 11
The Meridian Star provides a list of arrests and crimes being reported to authorities to keep the community ...
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Leaving The Star in good hands
A good journalist is supposed to remain detached and dispassionate. They form working relationships and build sources in ...
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‘Count on it! ‘Scavenger tour provides spring break fun at Merrehope
Celebrate Spring Break in Meridian with a week of STEAM-powered fun for students of all ages!
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MSU-Meridian PA faculty bring anatomy to life for high schoolers
Mississippi State University-Meridian physician assistant faculty recently brought anatomy to life for Southeast Lauderdale High School students using ...
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City seeks greater control over EMS service
The Meridian City Council is looking toward further discussion after hearing from city leaders Tuesday about efforts to ...
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Disability discrimination lawsuit filed against Diamond Jim’s
A federal lawsuit alleging disability discrimination has been filed against Diamond Jim’s and Mrs. Donna’s Ole Farm Beef, ...
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Polls open Tuesday in primary election
Polls will be open Tuesday for Lauderdale County residents to vote in the 2026 primary elections. Voting hours ...
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MCC students to perform at The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience in first college showcase
Music will fill the halls of the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience when Meridian Community College students take the stage ...
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I-20 overpass at Russell to close March 20
Drivers traveling through eastern Lauderdale County will need to make adjustments for fuel and food as the Interstate ...
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Week 9 Legislative Roundup
The ninth week of the 2026 Regular Session has concluded. On Friday, the Mississippi House of Representatives unanimously ...
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For some reason, my hearing isn’t what it used to be!
I’m no stranger to loud noises. Growing up in the country, we shot guns frequently. Back then, no ...