Riordan Joins Race for Tax Collector

Michael W. Riordan, III, has qualified to run for Lauderdale County tax collector. Riordan is a Democrat.

According to information submitted to Newscenter 11, Riordan has lived in Lauderdale County for 34 years, and was a city firefighter for more than 27 years.

Riordan is a graduate of Meridian Community College, where he received two associate's degrees.

Houston, Palmer Talk Fighting Crime

WTOK Elections Headlines

Runoffs Oust Two from City Council

Updated: 11:35 AM - Two members of the Meridian City Council were ousted in Democratic Primary runoffs.

Updated: 05/20/2013 - Candidates say crime is an issue they are prepared to address.

Houston, Palmer Discuss Appointing City Leaders

Updated: 05/18/2013 - Two city council candidates say there are procedures to follow when appointing leaders to certain departments within the city.

Perry, Markham Each Share Strengths

Updated: 05/11/2013 - The candidates aren't backing down when it comes to fighting for a spot on city council.

Two Meridian City Council Members Prepare for Runoffs

Updated: 05/09/2013 - Mary Perry and Jesse Palmer, Sr., are facing competition in runoffs May 21.