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09/25/2025

The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department reports a 911 outage and urges residents to use alternate numbers for city and county emergencies until service is restored.

City residents should call 601-616-2224, while county residents should dial 601-482-9823.

09/24/2025

Twin States News wishes a warm Congratulations to September’s Golden Apple Teacher – Ms. Brittany Carithers! 🎉🍎
Ms. Carithers is a 4th grade special education teacher at Southern Choctaw Elementary in Gilbertown, Alabama, and she’s making a BIG difference in her students’ lives every single day. 💛
Her passion, patience, and dedication shine in and out of the classroom, and we are thrilled to honor her with this month’s Golden Apple Award! 🌟
👏 Join us in giving Ms. Carithers a round of applause in the comments below! 👏

Thank you to our Golden Apple Sponsors ! &Associates

09/23/2025

St. Peter United Methodist Church in Marion will host a BBQ plate sale on September 27, featuring chicken or ribs with sides, organized by its “Loving Hearts & Helping Hands” ministry.

The event is organized by the church’s “Loving Hearts & Helping Hands” ministry.

09/23/2025

🎉🍎Twin States News wishes a warm Congratulations to September’s Golden Apple Teacher – Ms. Brittany Carithers! 🎉🍎
Ms. Carithers is a 4th grade special education teacher at Southern Choctaw Elementary in Gilbertown, Alabama, and she’s making a BIG difference in her students’ lives every single day. 💛
Her passion, patience, and dedication shine in and out of the classroom, and we are thrilled to honor her with this month’s Golden Apple Award! 🌟
👏 Join us in giving Ms. Carithers a round of applause in the comments below! 👏

Thank you to our Golden Apple Sponsors ! &Associates

09/22/2025

🎉🍎Twin States News wishes a warm Congratulations to September’s Golden Apple Teacher – Ms. Brittany Carithers! 🎉🍎

Ms. Carithers is a 4th grade special education teacher at Southern Choctaw Elementary in Gilbertown, Alabama, and she’s making a BIG difference in her students’ lives every single day. 💛

Her passion, patience, and dedication shine in and out of the classroom, and we are thrilled to honor her with this month’s Golden Apple Award! 🌟

👏 Join us in giving Ms. Carithers a round of applause in the comments below! 👏


Thank you to our Golden Apple Sponsors ! &Associates

09/22/2025

Hattiesburg native Paul Lee returns home for a free birthday concert at Westminster Presbyterian Church on Sept. 28, showcasing piano and organ performances across classical and popular genres.

https://www.twinstates.news/news/things_to_do/paul-lee-returns-to-hattiesburg-for-birthday-concert-celebration/article_2e29cc25-c5f9-4c3e-803c-c4ec2ce8ce57.html

The goal is to walk 90 miles—the distance between the Mississippi and Tennessee rivers.

09/22/2025

WellsFest will celebrate its 40th year on Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum in Jackson.

WellsFest returns Saturday, October 4, at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum, celebrating four decades of music, community, and charity.

09/19/2025

A gas leak has closed Meridian’s Public Works Department building, with the cause and reopening date still unknown.

hhttps://www.twinstates.news/news/local/meridian-public-works-building-closed-after-gas-leak-reopening-tbd/article_f222c3a7-5157-4b6c-98fd-13f842ccd789.html

09/18/2025

Meridian Community College will observe POW/MIA Recognition Day Friday with a flag-raising and Missing Man Table display.

The day is nationally recognized to honor U.S. service members who were prisoners of war and those still missing in action.

09/18/2025

Congratulations to our outstanding Twin States News Account Executive , Allie Shirley ----2025 Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Conference – Biloxi, MS📻📺 hosted a Pinning Ceremony.
Allie received her pin from Chris Larum, General Manager of Twin States News , as a returning member of the MAB Young Professionals Committee.

This committee is all about building the future of broadcasting in Mississippi — supporting and retaining talent across the state, whether you're pursuing a path as an MMJ, radio host, producer, news director, account executive, or any other role in the industry.

09/18/2025

Fam Jam 2025, a free, family-friendly festival with food, music, and activities, will be held Nov. 1 on Meridian’s City Hall Lawn, celebrating community and supporting local families.

The festival features local vendors, food, live music, kids’ activities, giveaways, and community booths, all designed to highlight the resources and support available to parents in the area.

09/18/2025

The Mississippi Lottery transferred $10.5 million to the state in August, with millions supporting highways, education, and prizes for players during a historic Powerball run.

August was marked by excitement among Mississippi players as the Powerball jackpot surged past the billion-dollar mark before being hit on September 6, officials said.