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WWII serviceman returns home

A Mississippi native who died in World War II will return to his home state after a positive ... Read more

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State Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton breaks ground on expansion

NEWTON — In eight to 12 months, a major expansion will be complete at The State Veterans Memorial Cemetery.  Officials held ... Read more

Columns

SID SALTER: Washington state law is thinking ‘outside the box’ or perhaps even the urn

STARKVILLE – Our pop culture in this country has made mincemeat out of the phrase “thinking outside the ... Read more

Religion

From the Shepherd’s Heart: Trust in Christ for victory over death

“But someone will ask, ‘How are the dead raised? With what kind of body do they come?’” 1 ... Read more

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Meridian firefighter remembered for generosity

Friends and family remember former Meridian Firefighter Adrian Gray Coleman as an easy-going, generous personality who enjoyed coaching ... Read more

Columns

ANNE MCKEE: Meridian’s history on display at The Max 

This is an exciting week. The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) will officially open tonight (Friday, Apil ... Read more

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SEMPER FI: After nearly 74 years, Marine laid to rest in Sylvarena

SYLVARENA — Nearly 74 years after he died while serving his country in World War II, Marine Corp. Pfc. ... Read more

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After nearly 74 years, Marine laid to rest in Sylvarena

SYLVARENA — Nearly 74 years after he died while serving his country in World War II, Marine Corp. ... Read more

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ABANDONED ON 10th AVENUE

A walk through a trio of cemeteries on 10th Avenue in Meridian reveals overgrown grass, covering up names, dates and ... Read more

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Second Mississippi veterans cemetery to open in Kilmichael

Mississippi’s second cemetery for veterans will be dedicated next week. The ceremony for the newly-constructed North Mississippi Veterans ... Read more