Updated: 6:58 PM Swimming could soon resume at Archusa Water Park in Quitman.

Updated: 7:44 PM When it comes to schools and accreditation ratings, some educators say the process is unfair. A Meridian administrator is trying to do something about it.

Updated: 7:41 PM Alabama's governor plans to propose spending cuts that "implement the will of the people of Alabama."

Updated: 7:40 PM President Bush included Mississippi in a swing across the South Friday. He campaigned for Haley Barbour in the governor's race.

Updated: 7:37 PM A nearly head-on crash on Highway 11 claimed the life of one driver and injured a second Friday morning.

Updated: 7:34 PM A Meridian gas station offered Mississippi's lowest price for gasoline, temporarily, at $1.29.

Updated: 7:49 PM Ceremonies across the nation marked the second anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The Meridian Fire Department paid tribute in a quiet service.

Updated: 7:42 PM The local chapter of the NAACP is urging residents to register to vote and then exercise that right on Nov. 4.

Updated: 7:38 PM A Butler man, wanted in Mobile on a drug charge, was caught Thursday in a wooded area after a nearly 24 hour search.

Updated: 7:36 PM The leader of the Mississippi Air National Guard said he'll be ready soon to talk about an investigation into corruption at the 186th Air Refueling Wing.

Updated: 7:47 PM On this second year anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, it was not only a day of remembrance but also one for showing appreciation.

Updated: 8:22 PM Alabama voters overwhelming defeated Gov. Riley's proposed tax plan. It could affect Alabama's schools.

Updated: 8:20 PM A letter from the town of Marion to the city of Meridian may result in further litigation between the two.

Updated: 8:18 PM A tractor mishap caused the death of a Japser County supervisor.

Updated: 8:16 PM Jim Hood, the Democratic nominee for Mississippi attorney general, brought his campaign to Meridian Wednesday.

Updated: 8:13 PM Lauderdale County supervisors continue to look for ways to save money, as the board crafts the 2004 budget.

Updated: 8:11 PM A victim shot outside Vicksburg High School has died of his injuries. A 20-year-old suspect, a student, was taken into custody.

Updated: 7:30 PM Several people were injured in separate wrecks Tuesday afternoon.

Updated: 7:27 PM A case of West Nile virus has been confirmed in a horse in Lauderdale County.

Updated: 7:21 PM Lauderdale County's supervisors continue work on the fiscal 2004 budget. It appears there will be a tax increase.

Updated: 7:19 PM A new display in an exhibit room at Alabama's Capitol includes a plaque of the Ten Commandments.

Updated: 7:11 PM Water and sewer rates are going up 10% for city of Meridian customers.

Updated: 6:44 PM The 186th Air Refueling Wing has welcomed a new commander.

Updated: 6:18 PM A pair of Mississippi state senators kickoff their bids for reelection at Republican headquarters in Meridian.

Updated: 6:09 PM University of Mississippi students will be asked whether they want the Colonel Rebel mascot to be replaced.