The Real Meridian Star

01/05/2026

Lauderdale County supervisors are looking to dive a bit deeper into plans to expand parking at the Lauderdale County Government Center and a resolution supporting changes to state law allowing sheriff’s departments to use radar.

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Lauderdale County supervisors are looking to dive a bit deeper into plans to expand parking at the Lauderdale County Government Center and a resolution supporting changes to state law allowing sheriff’s departments to use radar.

01/02/2026

Meridian residents celebrated the arrival of a new year as Young Professionals of Meridian hosted its inaugural New Year’s Eve Bash at City Hal

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Meridian residents celebrated the arrival of a new year as Young Professionals of Meridian hosted its inaugural New Year’s Eve Bash at City Hall. The party featured music from Aa’Keela […]

01/02/2026

Candidates planning to run for court positions in this year’s elections have until Feb. 2 to qualify for the ballot.

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Candidates planning to run for court positions in this year’s elections have until Feb. 2 to qualify for the ballot.

01/01/2026

A local man is facing felony charges after a shooting Wednesday morning left one woman injured.

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A local man is facing felony charges after a shooting Wednesday morning left one woman injured.

12/31/2025

As Mississippi prepares for growing workforce shortages, Gov. Tate Reeves is proposing a change that would put the state — rather than the federal government — in charge of overseeing registered apprenticeship programs.

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As Mississippi prepares for growing workforce shortages, Gov. Tate Reeves is proposing a change that would put the state — rather than the federal government — in charge of overseeing registered apprenticeship programs.

12/31/2025

Meridian residents and business owners with water leaks have been able to get some relief due to a standing policy allowing one water adjustment per year for each account. Now, the Meridian City Council is considering allowing up to two adjustments per year to help customers avoid major increases to their bills.

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Meridian residents and business owners with water leaks have been able to get some relief due to a standing policy allowing one water adjustment per year for each account. Now, the Meridian City Council is considering allowing up to two adjustments per year to help customers avoid major increases to...

12/31/2025

On the ballot are seats for each of the state’s four congressional districts, as well as one of two seats in the U.S. Senate.

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Lauderdale County voters will join fellow Mississippians at the polls this year in electing candidates to represent them on the federal level in Washington D. C. On the ballot are […]

12/30/2025

The Clarkdale Bulldogs boys basketball team extended its season record to 11-5 Monday as it took on Russell Christian Academy at the Sam Dale Tournament at Southeast Lauderdale High School.

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The Clarkdale Bulldogs boys basketball team extended its season record to 11-5 Monday as it took on Russell Christian Academy at the Sam Dale Tournament at Southeast Lauderdale High School. […]

12/29/2025

Calling all 2025 brides and newlyweds!

12/29/2025

Families and children are invited to head to the Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian on Wednesday as the facility rings in 2026 with its Noon Year’s Eve celebration.

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Families and children are invited to head to the Mississippi Children’s Museum-Meridian on Wednesday as the facility rings in 2026 with its Noon Year’s Eve celebration.

12/29/2025

🚧 Public works director David Hodge announces a closing today on Poplar Springs Dr. in Meridian between 31st and 34th. Please avoid this area if possible today as a waterline repair takes place.

12/24/2025

A local group is pairing their love of motorcycles with their passion for the word of God through a new ‘biker’ chapter called Crusaders for Christ.

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A local group is pairing their love of motorcycles with their passion for the word of God through a new ‘biker’ chapter called Crusaders for Christ.