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The Meridian Star has served the Meridian and Lauderdale County community as the newspaper of record for more than 126 years and continues to keep residents informed with timely, accurate news.

06/05/2026

Students from the Meridian High School Choir recently traveled to New York City, New York, for a remarkable arts education experience that included performing at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall. During […]

06/05/2026

Residents of Lauderdale County will have a new way to receive emergency alerts and community notifications as the Lauderdale County Emergency Management Agency rolls out a new alerts system. LEMA […]

06/05/2026

A Lauderdale County Grand Jury is recommending repairs to the county Detention Center and additional documentation to help plaintiffs understand their responsibilities in Justice Court. In a report filed Tuesday, […]

06/03/2026

Mississippi Power customers encouraged to celebrate America’s milestone anniversary with a one-of-a-kind arts and cultural experience The Mississippi Power Foundation is partnering with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The […]

06/03/2026

Community leaders are preparing for a week of events designed to promote healing, unity and service as Meridian observes the 18th Annual Reconciliation Week Celebration from July 7-12. The weeklong […]

06/03/2026

CITY HALL TO CLOSE AT 2 PM THIS FRIDAY FOR STATE GAMES OPENING CEREMONIES

Meridian City Hall will close at 2 PM on Friday, June 5 to accommodate preparations for the opening ceremonies of the 35th Anniversary of the State Games of Mississippi.

The opening ceremonies begin Friday evening at 6 PM on City Hall lawn and will officially kick off another year of competition, community, and celebration as athletes from across Mississippi gather in the Queen City.

Regular city hall operations will resume on Monday. City officials appreciate our citizens understanding and look forward to welcoming residents and visitors as we celebrate 35 years of the State Games of Mississippi here in Meridian, Mississippi.

06/03/2026

Lauderdale County supervisors on Monday took initial steps toward resurfacing Minnow Bucket Road with a unanimous vote to advertise for bids from contractors on the project. District 2 Supervisor Craig […]

06/03/2026

🌟 The Wait Is Almost Over! 🌟

Think your favorite local businesses, restaurants, professionals, and organizations deserve recognition?
Reader's Choice nominations open June 3rd @ 12 a.m.



https://meridianstar.com/contests/

05/29/2026

The Salvation Army Meridian Corps celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting Thursday for the newly renovated Eloise Hart Temple Client Choice Marketplace, a food assistance program designed to provide […]

05/29/2026

As America gears up to celebrate its 250th birthday, Earth’s Bounty is joining the celebration with the season’s first spring and summer crops and a host of events to mark […]

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