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News

The city of Meridian’s leaders are at odds over transferred funds. In question, how that’s...

Meridian city leaders at odds on overtime pay

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The city of Meridian’s leaders are at odds over transferred funds. In question, how that’s affecting employees’ overtime pay.

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Chief Davis spoke with school districts across the area and found 20 deserving seniors who...

Marion Police Department gives back to graduating seniors

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:48 PM CDT
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By Ross McLeod
Chief Davis spoke with school districts across the area and found 20 deserving seniors who received a $300 scholarship.

News

When you purchase the "I Care for Animals" tag you are helping the Lauderdale County Animal...

Lauderdale County Animal Shelter awarded a grant

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
When you purchase the "I Care for Animals" tag you are helping the Lauderdale County Animal Shelter.

News

Since 2019, there have been construction projects underway across the city

The City of Meridian updates the public on sewer system repairing projects

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 10:51 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
Since 2019, there have been construction projects underway across the city.

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Run for the Wall makes annual overnight stop in Meridian

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 9:06 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
Run for the Wall is the largest and longest organized cross-country motorcycle ride starting in California & ending in Washington D.C.

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City officials speak out on homelessness in Meridian

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 7:37 PM CDT
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By Ross McLeod
Some city officials say Meridian’s ordinances need to be stronger.

News

Surprise Mother’s Day delivery

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 6:09 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Local police officer delivers baby in a bathtub on Mother’s Day

News

Quitman Board of Aldermen vote on rezoning property for Bar & Pole Piling

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 9:28 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The board voted on whether they would rezone property in the city for a new pole mill business.

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Frontline Responders - Sara Smith

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By Ross McLeod
”I just knew it was good. I knew it was what I was supposed to do, and I felt that peace in my spirit about it.”

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2nd annual James Chaney Day held Saturday

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 12:18 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
They held the “Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness” event at James Chaney Park.
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News

Clarke County celebrates Mayday

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 11:55 AM CDT
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By Cara Shirley and Chase Franks
It is a call no Firefighter wants to hear. Mayday means a firefighter is in distress.

News

Day Eight of the 70th JRMF happened Saturday

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Day eight took place at The Max in Downtown Meridian.

News

“Kingfish” has meet and greet Saturday

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 4:01 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Grammy winning artist told News 11 what being from Mississippi means to him

News

A Mental Health Forum for Moms was held Saturday

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 3:45 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The free event offered a safe place for mothers to come together to learn more about mental health

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Clayton Barbershop’s history and impact on Meridian

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 7:22 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The first floor of the historic E.F. Young Hotel served as space for black-owned businesses.

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97OKK Jimmie Rodgers Talent Competition held Wednesday in Meridian

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 8:26 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The talent competition is a long-standing tradition with festival.

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Tourism Celebration Day in Alabama

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
This year’s theme was “Vacation Under the Alabama Skies.”

News

Youth Talent Show for Mental Health Awareness

Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 5:40 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The event's message to the youth was it’s OK to not be OK.

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Kolton’s Ride held on Saturday

Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
A motorcycle ride was held in Kolton Drury’s honor to help raise money for his medical expenses.

News

Annual Collinsville Day held Saturday

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 6:27 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The community came together to enjoy a fun-filled day of activities.

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LCSD held its second “Arts in the Park”

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 6:17 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Many students came out to show off their talents as well as to be recognized for all their hard work this year.

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“Mission and Musical Festival” raises money for local charities

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The festival raises money for two local charities.

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Frontline Responders: Jackie Therrien

Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 9:05 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Jackie Therrien has rescued animals in Newton County for over 10 years.

News

ACES “Wine and Weed” in downtown Meridian

Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Arts & Community Event Society and the City of Meridian cleaned up the flowerbeds and sidewalks around downtown Meridian on Saturday.

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Second Live from the Temple held Sunday

Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Temple Theatre Restoration Initiative hosted its second Live from the Temple on Sunday, May 30.

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Marion PD delivers surprise scholarship

Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 8:54 PM CDT
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By Ethan Bird
The presentation was made at the recipients work!

News

2nd Annual “Ride for Nolan”

Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 6:10 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Local bikers held the 2nd Annual “Ride for Nolan” Saturday.

News

Cruise-In for the Kids Fundraiser

Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
“The Spot” organization held a “Cruise-In for the Kids” fundraiser Saturday

News

Good News Jail and Prison Ministry celebrates 23 years at Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department

Updated: Apr. 27, 2023 at 9:53 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
Good News' mission is to place Christian chaplains in jails and prisons around the world.

News

Cancer survivors ring ‘Bell of Hope’ during dedication and celebration ceremony

Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 9:32 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The sound of hope filled the Bell of Hope Reflection Garden at the Anderson Regional Cancer Center.

Community

Philadelphia’s Exotic Pet Expo features Snakes, Parrots, and Bearded Dragons

Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 8:20 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
They had chinchillas, parrots, roaches... and some snakes there too.

News

Threefoot Festival ends on a high note

Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 4:43 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Threefoot Festival hosted by the Meridian Council for The Arts featured food, art and music.

Community

Tablescapes for the Center for Pregnancy Choices

Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 4:29 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Tablescapes is a fundraising event to help raise money for the CPC

News

Racers kicked off Threefoot Festival fun with mile race

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 7:51 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The Threefoot Festival kicked off Friday and as a part of the fun, a mile run was held for racers.

News

Third Thursday and the Rotary Club team up Thursday night

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 7:27 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Meridian Council for the Arts hosted Third Thursday Thursday evening a Dumont Plaza.

Education

USM to host Broadcast Boot Camp 2023

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 3:52 PM CDT
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By Anna Baucum
The opportunity is open to seventh-grade students through seniors.

News

Bar & Pole Piling hoping to come to Quitman

Updated: Apr. 19, 2023 at 3:10 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The company would make a $10 million investment in Quitman.

News

American Dream Homes program assisting single moms and first-time home buyers

Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
If you are a new home buyer or single mom listen up. Because a local program is looking to help you get into your dream home for a less expensive cost.

News

Frontline Responders - Corey Godwin

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 8:00 PM CDT
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By Ross McLeod
Godwin has worked for East Mississippi Electric Power Association for 21 years.

Community

Clarke County Sheriff‘s Department hosts annual Senior Appreciation Day

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
COVID interrupted the tradition for the past two years.

News

Enterprise has a new crisis response team

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
This team will not only serve Clarke County and its numerous waterways, but surrounding counties as well.

News

The Carter Foundation Meet and Greet

Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 5:27 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Foundation touches on three main principles – Education, Motivation, and Elevation

Community

The Spring Extravaganza Gift Show brought a crowd

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 3:54 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Event organizer Becky Brown has hosted this event annually for the past several years

Community

First Clarke County Farmers Market of 2023

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 3:46 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
The Clarke County Farmers Market is held the 3rd Saturday of the month, April through October.

News

2nd annual “Walk for O” held at MCC

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Tanya O'Campo was a loved teacher at MCC whose life tragically ended in 2021.

News

9-year-old donates money from fundraiser to help local animal shelter

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Bria Chatman
A little boy from Pell City decided to hold a fundraiser to donate to the local animal shelter.

News

Paint the Plaza Purple raises funds for Alzheimer’s Association of Mississippi

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 8:07 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
The community was able to listen to live music, eat and shop locally while donating to a great cause.

News

East Mississippi Baptist State Convention collects donations for tornado victims

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 3:42 PM CDT
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By Ross McLeod
The convention collected thousands of items for people in need hoping to provide some comfort in a time of hurt and loss.

News

Local teen receives appointment to USAF Academy

Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 10:10 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
Less than 1300 cadets are accepted into the United States Air Force Academy each year

Community

City of Meridian holds Easter Egg hunt

Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 9:38 PM CDT
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By Cara Shirley
City of Meridian holds Easter Egg hunt
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