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Accident at North Hills Street and Hwy 39
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - A two-car collision took place in Meridian between an SUV and a smaller vehicle. The accident happened at the intersection of Highway 39 and North Hills Street. An ambulance did arrive at the scene; however, no one was taken to seek medical attention. The accident closed...
Texas man arrested for murder of elderly couple in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTVA) — A Texas man is accused of murdering an elderly couple in Meridian. Meridian Police identified the man as Maurice Christie, 29, of San Antonio. He faces two counts of capital murder for the deaths of Miles Herrington, 97, and Ina Herrington, 94. Authorities found them...
MHSAA Playoff Baseball & Softball Recap: May 2, 2024
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The next rounds of MHSAA Playoff Baseball and Softball action began on Thursday, and several area teams were in action. Neshoba Central Softball hosted the Saltillo Tigers in Game One, and the Lady Rockets beat the Tigers 2-0, behind a strong pitching performance from Lanaya Henry.
Street Eat Saturdays will continue
Street Eat Saturdays will continue through August following the success of the first Saturday food truck event downtown, Philadelphia Main Street said. The Street Eat Saturdays events downtown are set for May 4, June 8, and Aug. 17. “It was a great success,” said Tim Moore, Main Street director. “For...
Initial hearing held for suspect in Meridian double homicide
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Maurice Christie, 29, was charged with 2 counts of capital murder, as well as 3 counts of possession of controlled substances. Christie was denied bond at his initial hearing Tuesday in Meridian and has waived his preliminary hearing on all five charges. He will be jailed to await possible indictment by the next grand jury.
Body found in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - County officials have confirmed that a body has been found in Meridian. News 11 spoke with the Lauderdale Emergency Management Agency Assistant Director Greg Chatham, who said that a body had been found in the 5200 block of S Lake Dr. News 11 will keep you...
Getting hotter the next couple of days
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Our area will be under the influence of High pressure both at the surface and in the upper-levels of the atmosphere for Wednesday. This will lead to a continuation of warmer than average temps, with highs climbing into the upper 80s for both Wednesday and Thursday. Meridian’s record high for both these days is 91 degrees, so it’ll be close. Regardless, warm weather fans are LOVING this forecast.
MPD announces arrest in double-homicide
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - UPDATE: The Meridian Police Department Criminal Investigation Division and Gang Unit has announced the arrest of a suspect for the double homicide of Miles and Ina Herrington. A press conference is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Earlier:. Meridian Police said Monday detectives continue working...
New business coming soon to Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Construction has begun for a new business coming to Meridian. ‘Academy’ will be located next to the Hobby Lobby in Meridian Crossroads. This follows an announcement by the Meridian City Council a couple of months ago. Academy is now advertising for job positions. For information about...
Unseasonably warm, so A/C is needed to start off May
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Happy Wednesday! May is coming in HOT! Highs near 90s degrees for the afternoon, so find ways to stay cool. It will be a wonderful sunny day to enjoy with little clouds in the sky and no rain in the forecast. Crank your A/C on high by late morning because temps are already rising to the low 80s. Above average temperatures remain in the forecast for the first couple weeks of May.
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