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MPD makes arrest in child exploitation investigation
Meridian Police Department on Friday announced the arrest of a Meridian man on a charge of child exploitation ...
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Hybrid physical therapy doctoral program on horizon at MSU-Meridian
Mississippi State University is continuing to take crucial steps in improving health outcomes in rural Mississippi and beyond ...
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City sets sights on fall for carousel house project
Work to restore the historic Dentzel Carousel house in Highland Park is expected to begin this fall after ...
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High temperatures raise heat stress risk heading into new week
High temperatures and humidity are raising the risk of heat stress and heat exhaustion this weekend and heading ...
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Rediscovering a Meridian park treasure
The water was blissfully cool as I dove into the deep end, offering relief from a sweltering Meridian ...
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Dusty Social Service Club raises $26,000 at 7th annual Make-A-Wish Run
The Dusty Social Service Club, an affiliate fund of the Community Foundation of East Mississippi, hosted its 7th ...
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Driver’s license bureau to close Wednesday
Driver’s license bureaus statewide will be closed Wednesday to allow for training and maintenance, the Mississippi Department of ...
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Renaissance theme sets mood at Thursday’s annual ‘ARTinis at the Museum’
Fancy dressing up as a Renaissance artist? Maybe da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Donatello or van Eyck?
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No danger after firefighters respond to downtown post office
A call about a potential fire at the downtown Meridian post office on the corner of 22nd Avenue ...
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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 ...