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Neshoba Democrat
American Idol winner Jamal Roberts to headline gospel fundraiser
New Beginnings Church will host “From Vision to Faith to Victory,” a gospel extravaganza featuring American Idol winner Jamal Roberts on Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Neshoba County Coliseum. The concert will serve as a fundraiser to help the Louisville church purchase its first permanent church home. Doors...
Neshoba Democrat
Cook of the Week lookback: Janice Sansing
Janice Sansing was featured as Cook of the Week 30 years ago this week on July 24, 1996. Like many cabin owners, Janice and Buddy Sansing are getting ready for the Neshoba County Fair. After years of experience, Janice and her sisters have settled into a Fair routine that is pleasing to everyone.
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Comic Commons returns to The MAX in Meridian on August 8
Comic book enthusiasts, writers, and artists are invited to connect and collaborate as the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) hosts its next Comic Commons gathering. Scheduled for Saturday, August 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the open-door event offers a welcoming, shared studio space for creators and...
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American Idol winner Jamal Roberts to headline New Beginnings Church in Louisville fundraiser at Neshoba County Coliseum
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - A voice that’s captured national attention is now helping uplift a local mission. American Idol winner Jamal Roberts is preparing for a special performance benefiting New Beginnings Church, a fundraising event church leaders say is about more than music—it’s about building a future.
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Why Locals Go GAGA Over This ICONIC Family-Owned and Run Restaurant in Meridian, MS
Open Mon-Fri 10:30 AM–2:30 PM (closed Sat-Sun) In downtown Meridian, Mississippi, Jean’s has become the kind of restaurant locals call an institution rather than just a lunch spot. This family-owned Southern restaurant built its name on scratch-made comfort food, fried chicken, pork chops, and cornbread dressing, served the...
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American Idol winner Jamal Roberts to headline New Beginnings Church in Louisville fundraiser at Neshoba County Coliseum
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Mississippi Arts Commission to host ‘A Day for Artists’ in Meridian
The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) is teaming up with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) to present "A Day for Artists" on Friday, August 21. Designed to empower, educate, and connect creators across the state, the daylong event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The MAX in downtown Meridian. The gathering offers local artists of all disciplines opportunities to expand their professional skills, explore funding resources, and collaborate with peers.
Neshoba Democrat
Anderson finds relaxation in the kitchen
Charlinda Anderson’s love of cooking started with her mother, the late Bonnie Nicholson, and grandmother, the late Hattie Gretton, and has stayed with her ever since. She learned to cook about 50 years ago by watching them in the kitchen and still remembers her grandmother’s chuck roast and chocolate pie. Her mother’s fried chicken and biscuits were always a hit with the family.
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The MAX in Meridian hosts ceramic 'Monster-Making Workshop'
Art enthusiasts looking to unleash their inner creature sculptor are in for a treat. The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) has announced a special "Monster-Making Workshop" led by popular artist Hector Boldo, scheduled for August 8 from 9 a.m. to noon. Inspired by the misunderstood spirits featured in...
Neshoba Democrat
Meet Cole, a Rottweiler mix puppy who needs a forever home
Last Monday, Animal Control took in a scared little puppy who needs a forever home to show him love and safety so he can bloom into the dog he's meant to be. Cole is an 11-week-old Rottweiler mix with big paws, big eyes, and a tail tucked firmly between his legs.
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The Mississippi Furniture Warehouse Where You Can Furnish A Whole Room For Less Than $200
Furnishing an entire room for less than most people spend on a single piece elsewhere sounds like the setup to a disappointment. What waits inside this furniture warehouse is the correction to that assumption. Sofas, tables, beds, and pieces that resist easy categorization fill a space large enough that the...
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Local eatery discusses social media impact after food reviewer’s visit creates boom in business
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - If he likes it, he’ll tell you, and if he dislikes it, he’ll tell you. But one thing about Lawrence Greene’s food reviews is that they’re never to be taken personally. “I just want everyone to know that I come in...
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Wicked’s Chenoweth, Grammy winner Hathaway slated for MSU Riley Center 2026 Fall Performing Arts Series
From Broadway Star Kristin Chenoweth to the Grammy Award-winning “First Daughter of Soul” Lalah Hathaway, Mississippi State’s Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts fall and winter lineup brings legendary musical arts and family entertainment to downtown Meridian. The five-show season offers something for every music lover,...
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The Mississippi Restaurant Where Peanut Butter And Crackers Remain A Beloved Dining Tradition
The crisp rattle of saltine wrappers echoes across the dining room before any menus even arrive. This legendary Mississippi steakhouse treats a sleeve of crackers and a jar of peanut butter as the ultimate welcome mat. The unusual combination lands on your table the moment you sit down. Grandparents teach...