College
EMCC women grind out 62-51 overtime win at Northwest; men fall 89-65
In their final non-conference hoops action of the season before next week’s tipoff of the MACCC slate, the East Mississippi Community College basketball teams split ...
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Business
Ole Town Pharmacy cuts ribbon on Marion location
Local business leaders and elected officials celebrated Thursday as Ole Town Pharmacy cut the ribbon on its new location in Marion.
by Thomas Howard, Saturday, January 11, 2025 11:44 am
Columns
Another trip around the sun
The corner where my tree once stood appears empty in comparison. Though I have arranged some plants in the space, and one is about to ...
by Thomas Howard, Saturday, January 11, 2025 1:00 am
Columns
I will not cough
Yes, flu season is here, and battling the bug is very unpleasant. So, grab a tissue, take a slug of Nyquil or Dayquil, or whatever ...
by Thomas Howard, Saturday, January 11, 2025 1:00 am
News
Johnny Martin named police chief at East Central Community College
East Central Community College announced Thursday the appointment of Johnny Martin as the college's new Chief of Police.
by Thomas Howard, Friday, January 10, 2025 7:30 pm
Local News
12 candidates qualify for Meridian elections
The qualifying period for candidates to run for municipal office in 2025 is ongoing, and a dozen candidates have signed up in Meridian so far.
by Thomas Howard, Friday, January 10, 2025 1:00 pm
Local News
Marion names election commissioners for upcoming municipal races
Four Marion residents will help organize and oversee the town’s municipal elections later this year as voters head to the polls to elect a mayor ...
by Thomas Howard, Friday, January 10, 2025 12:24 pm
Local News
Local schools cancel Friday classes
Winter weather is expected to impact the East Mississippi region Thursday night and Friday, with the potential for ice and other hazards on the roads.
by Thomas Howard, Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:13 pm
Business
Data center to bring $10B investment to Lauderdale County
Lauderdale County will soon be host to data centers needed to operate online businesses, streaming services and digital storage after Gov. Tate Reeves announced Thursday ...
by Thomas Howard, Thursday, January 9, 2025 12:16 pm
Local News
Fire chiefs meet in Meridian for annual conference
Fire chiefs from throughout Mississippi gathered Wednesday in Meridian as they kicked off the two-day Mississippi Fire Chief’s Association Mid-Winter Conference at the MSU Riley ...