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Local News

NAS Meridian holds active shooter drill as part of annual training exercises

First responders on board Naval Air Station Meridian practiced their response to an active shooter situation Thursday as part of a two-week, Navy-wide training exercise ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Friday, February 7, 2025 1:05 pm

Local News

Meridian voters face crowded field in primary elections

Meridian voters will find themselves with plenty of candidates to choose from as they head to the polls on April 1 to vote in the ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Thursday, February 6, 2025 5:00 pm

Community

Smoking is still the major cause of heart disease. MSDH can help you quit

As The Mississippi State Department of Health continues to spread awareness of cardiovascular health during American Heart Month, the Office of Tobacco Control is stressing ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Thursday, February 6, 2025 2:15 pm

Local News

MPSD job fair looks to inform residents of school district openings

Teachers and administrators from schools throughout Meridian Public School District’s campuses spoke with job seekers and curious residents Wednesday as the district held a job ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Thursday, February 6, 2025 12:23 pm

Outdoors

Taking only what we need and the mysteries that defy language

In a typical year, our family consumes two deer in the form of tenderloins, roasts, steaks, burger, smoked sausage and breakfast sausage.  I don’t want ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Thursday, February 6, 2025 10:04 am

College

East Mississippi Lions announce 19 football signees

SCOOBA – A total of 19 football signees were announced during Wednesday’s National Signing Day by East Mississippi Community College head football coach Buddy Stephens. ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Thursday, February 6, 2025 9:26 am

Local Sports

Meridian High sends three to collegiate gridiron

The Meridian High School football team will see three of its graduating seniors take their positions on collegiate fields after the students signed scholarship letters ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Wednesday, February 5, 2025 6:04 pm

Community

First Christian’s ‘Kentucky Meal’ offers breakfast to help others

It was 62 years ago when First Christian Church’s William Apperson and his wife, Jo Ann, received information about fundraising efforts in Kentucky for a ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Wednesday, February 5, 2025 4:06 pm

Local News

Council recognizes Lamar robotics team

The Meridian City Council on Tuesday recognized Lamar School’s robotics team as the school hosts a regional competition this weekend. Read more

by Thomas Howard, Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:16 pm

College

EMCC Lions to begin 2025 softball slate by hosting Shelton State

East Mississippi Community College’s 2025 softball season will underway with a Wednesday home doubleheader against Shelton State Community College. First pitch is set for 1 ... Read more

by Thomas Howard, Wednesday, February 5, 2025 9:46 am

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