Updated: 11:02 AM Gas prices are down and consumer confidence is up. Is this good news for the economy?

Updated: 6:22 PM Single-vehicle wrecks in the past 24 hours claimed the lives of the drivers near Meridian and Waynesboro.

Updated: 11:28 AM One woman has been arrested in a crystal meth bust in Union.

Updated: 6:42 PM The case of a man found hanged to death earlier this year was set to go before a Kemper County grand jury Tuesday.

Updated: 6:40 PM A downtown stretch in DeKalb will soon undergo a major change.

Updated: 6:38 PM The Key Chapter of the Red Cross received a special donation Tuesday from students in Kemper County.

Updated: 1:44 PM Peavey Electronics' longtime support of the Peavey House for Abused and Neglected Children has ended.

Updated: 6:54 PM Meridian police responded to a reported armed robbery at a local business Monday afternoon.

Updated: 6:57 PM Although the flood waters are gone, the damage it left is not. Here's the story of one local resident whose frustration has led him to take matters into his own hands.

Updated: 6:10 PM A fire alarm activated at the Riley Foundation brought firefighters to the headquarters Monday.

Updated: 6:52 PM Employers are being reminded of the rights of workers who are returning from military service.

Updated: 12:56 PM Officials from across the state deal with downed power lines and trees and damage in the millions of dollars.

Updated: 12:54 PM Two law enforcement agencies have had reports of various scams being practiced within Lauderdale County.

Updated: 12:50 PM Rain leaking through the roof of the Lauderdale County Agricenter sent numerous exhibitors scrambling for a dry spot.

Updated: 7:31 PM For many it's like a nightmare that won't end. With almost nine inches of rain in some areas overnight, Friday many residents were once again dealing with flooding.

Updated: 11:13 AM The Main Event Business and Industry Expo showcased what east Mississippi has to offer.

Updated: 6:50 PM The Meridian City Council has approved the State Mutual Aid Compact.

Updated: 7:06 PM The president of Peavey Electronics said it may have to use cheaper labor but wants to keep local manufacturing.

Updated: 11:17 AM Cong. Chip Pickering visited Oakland Heights Elementary School to read to students and talk about the value of education.

Updated: 7:05 PM The Hartley Peavey Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence was presented to logger and rodeo promoter, Ralph Morgan.

Updated: 12:43 PM When it comes to curbing violence, alcohol and drug use among young people, educators say PREVENTION is the key!

Updated: 6:49 PM Studies have shown that high blood pressure can be reduced through diet or exercise. A new study emphasizes the benefits of doing both.

Updated: 6:59 PM After a months-long legal dispute, the owners of several cases of whiskey now have their property back.

Updated: 7:01 PM As it evaluates the quality of educational programs, the Meridian Public School District is a step closer to starting its search for a new superintendent.

Updated: 6:05 PM The Main Event Business and Industry Expo, a showcase for area merchants and business people, is set for Thursday at the Agricenter.