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The Congress of Country Music Remembers Dolly Parton
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) -The Congress of Country Music in Philadelphia is remembering Dolly Parton as “the brightest sparkle in country music” following news of her passing. In a statement, the organization extended its “deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fans” of the country music legend and praised...
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Palace Theater to host 'Christmas by Candlelight' 2026 concert in Forest
The Palace Theater is set to ring in the holiday season with "Christmas by Candlelight," an intimate evening of classic Christmas music performed live by a string quartet. Scheduled for December 19 at 6:30 p.m., the event will feature a unique theatrical touch: the theater’s grand chandeliers, mounted on motorized hoists, will be dramatically lowered to create a stunning Phantom of the Opera-inspired atmosphere beneath the glow of candlelight.
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Restored E.F. Young Hotel sign celebrates Meridian history
A newly restored sign honoring the historic E.F. Young Hotel was unveiled in downtown Meridian, giving community members a chance to reflect on the hotel’s legacy and the people who helped shape the city. Terry Nevith, owner of Mister Car Wash, said the sign represents more than a piece...
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Making a Living as a Mississippi Artist: Local Artist Share Secrets to Career Success at The MAX
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - More than 100 artists from across Mississippi came together at Mississippi’s Arts + Entertainment Experience, known as The MAX, on Friday for the “A Day for Artists” event. Creative professionals gathered to share their work, network, and discuss strategies to build sustainable careers in the state.
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Wolfe Studio Celebrates 80 Years of Inspiring Mississippi Artists at The MAX
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - For eight decades, Wolfe Studio has been putting Mississippi creativity on display, and on Saturday, artists and art lovers gathered at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) in Meridian to celebrate that historic legacy. Inside, the vibrant hum of an active workshop filled the room as community members rolled up their sleeves and began creating, their laughter and shared excitement filling the public space.
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Shenandoah to play Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, Mississippi, in September
Country music fans in Mississippi are in for a star-studded evening as Grammy-winning group Shenandoah takes the stage at The Ellis Theater in Philadelphia on Thursday, September 17. The performance is part of the venue's 2026 Summer Series Show and will feature special guest Lariat. The platinum-selling band, known for...
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Historic E.F. Young Hotel Sign Finds New Home in Downtown Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The historic E.F. Young Hotel sign is getting a new home tonight as the community came together to celebrate its legacy and place in Meridian’s history. First established in 1946, the E.F. Young Hotel was once the Mecca and the anchor of downtown Meridian. The hotel sat at the center of the city’s bustling African American business district, serving as a hub where Black professionals, businesses, and community leaders gathered.
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Historic E.F. Young Hotel Sign Finds New Home in Downtown Meridian
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'Yesterday – The Beatles Tribute' to rock Philadelphia, MS, Aug. 21
Music fans in Neshoba County will get a chance to step back into the 1960s when the internationally acclaimed tribute band "Yesterday – The Beatles Tribute" takes the stage at The Ellis Theater on Friday, August 21. Founded by Don Bellezzo in 2000, "Yesterday" has spent more than two...
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Cooper’s Corner: Rebels Reload for Simpson After Shootout with JA
Every Friday during football season, Cooper’s Corner gives you a quick look back at what happened last week, what’s coming up this week and a little of the story behind Leake Academy football with the voice of the Rebels, Cooper Sanders. This week, Coop looks back at the shootout with JA, breaks down what the Rebels need to do against Simpson and shares the story of how Coach Morgan helped get him started in broadcasting. Catch Cooper’s Corner Fridays at 6:45 and 7:30 a.m. on B-MO in the MO’rning.
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The MAX to honor Mississippi entertainment history with BET Raised Us event
The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience is bringing the red carpet to Meridian to highlight the state's contributions to the entertainment industry, including the legacy of BET founder Robert L. Johnson. The MAX's upcoming red-carpet experience will shine a spotlight on Johnson and other Mississippi natives who have made an...
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Country star Lainey Wilson to perform in Philadelphia, Mississippi
Country singer Lainey Wilson is coming to the Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Wilson is experiencing a monumental rise marked by major milestones, including multiple ACM Awards and a Grand Ole Opry induction. Wilson's critically acclaimed studio album "Whirlwind" earned a Grammy nomination for Best Country Album and features a...
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HARDY Announces “One Night in Starkville” Show Ahead of MSU-Alabama Football Weekend
Philadelphia’s own country-rock star HARDY is returning to Mississippi State University for an exclusive performance inside Humphrey Coliseum Friday, Oct. 2. The event, titled “One Night in Starkville” and powered by STATE 1878 in partnership with Peachtree Entertainment, kicks off a massive weekend on campus ahead of Mississippi State’s football matchup against Alabama at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 3. The concert will also feature supporting performances by TRIPPP and Will Terry, while providing a unique opportunity for fans to connect directly with MSU student-athletes through NIL engagements.
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BET Raised Us brings red carpet experience to The MAX on Oct. 3
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience is hosting a red carpet, after-hours dance party on Saturday, Oct. 3, called BET Raised Us: From Mississippi to the World. Tickets are on sale now at msarts.org and at The MAX. The event, inspired by The BET Awards, will...
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Local doctor doubles as a classical pianist
JANS – On Friday, July 17, 2026, Dr. LaToya Mason-Bolden (MD) was the Featured Entertainer for the State Finals of this year’s Mississippi’s Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) Competition held at the Evangel Temple in Meridian. She shared words of inspiration in an on-stage interview and performed two...
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ABBA tribute band to perform at MSU Riley Center in Meridian this October
ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA will perform at the MSU Riley Center in October. Founded in 1995 by original ABBA musician Rutger Gunnarsson and Vicky Zetterberg, the acclaimed tribute band has toured more than 80 countries, completed nearly 140 U.S. tours, and performed with more than 150 symphony orchestras worldwide.
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Marilyn Powell Wins 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Marilyn Powell of Philadelphia, Mississippi, has officially been crowned the 2026 Mississippi Songwriter of the Year! She performed her original song, “Livin’ in the Word,” at the historic Guitar Academy in downtown Kosciusko during the competition on June 27th. Powell emerged victorious from a...