Meridian News

Legislation being sent to President Obama officially closes Meridian's historic federal courtroom.

Meridian police are looking for the suspects tonight who snatched a local woman's purse.

Real estate developer. When I was young I bought some property, subdivided it and built four houses on it.

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program was already at work Monday to organize the toys and get them ready for distribution.

Once a year, local restaurants and hotels all come together to donate items that showcase what Meridian and Lauderdale County have to offer, in addition to the regular dose of hospitality.

Last month, concerns were raised about a high teacher turnover in the Meridian Public School District, allegedly because of changes in the way teachers are able to discipline students.

A shared passion for music and production brought together the business partners of Creative Sound & Lighting Solutions, and it's a large part of what drives the business.

Bikers United for Children hosted its third annual Toy Run at the Hilton Garden Inn in Meridian.

We collected countless toys for kids of all ages this weekend. This year, we not only collected toys at the Bonita Walmart in Meridian, but also the Walmart on Highway 19 North.

Commander Garrett Krause is the outgoing commander for the VT-9 Tigers. Under his leadership, it safely flew more than 19,000 sorties and over 20,000 hours.

Meridian officials say Saturday's Christmas parade will go on as scheduled. They say they hope rain won't be a major factor.

Meridian police have charged 31-year-old Robert A. Morgan with two counts of burglary and grand larceny after stealing from the woman he works for.

Serving Lauderdale, Newton, Neshoba and Kemper Counties, officials with the Salvation Army office in Meridian say demand for assistance this Christmas is up.

A seminar is being offered at MSU Meridian this month, based on a book written by professor emeritus, Dr. Paul Allen.

Franklin Denham, Minister of Music at Highland Baptist Church in Meridian, Mississippi, has been conducting Singing Christmas Tree performances since 1985.

It's that time of year again. If you are looking for a Christmas gift, the Telephone Pioneers have something cooked up to meet your need.

Meridian police were quick to respond to the scene of a shooting Friday. Now 22-year-old Johnny Townsend is charged with manslaughter after accidentally taking a 17-year-old boy's life.

The Phil Hardin Foundation Library was dedicated Tuesday at Mississippi State Meridian Campus.

People will now have to pay more for noise violations in Meridian. Members of the Meridian City Council unanimously approved a measure that increases fines for this type violation at their meeting Tuesday morning.

Meridian, Mississippi, prospect and Ole Miss commitment C.J. Hampton has been a hot target for LSU over recent months.