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Special election set for Senate District 34
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Meridian's Rose Hill Cemetery hosting 19th Annual Costumed Tour
The 19th Annual Rose Hill Cemetery Costumed Tour will be happening this weekend. The tour gives Meridianites the chance to learn about the city's rich history of those who came before us. Twin States News Joseph Jernigan learned more about the event and even got a sneak peek from one of the actors.
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Marion Mayor speaks out on town’s annexation case involving Highway 45
MARION, Miss. (WTOK) -Mayor Larry Gill is pleading Marion’s own annexation, despite the ongoing case taking place between the city of Meridian, Marion, and Briarwood community residents. He called it a successful case, as the town was able to annex the interchange of Highway 45. With the recent grants,...
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Town of Taylorsville prepares for 3rd Annual Chili Festival
TAYLORSVILLE, Miss. (WDAM) - It’s fall y’all, and the town of Taylorsville is ready to kick off the new season with its 3rd Annual Chili Fest. Fourteen teams will be at the town park behind City Hall on Saturday, Sept. 26, to serve all attendees their chili. They...
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Philadelphia mayor and board approve new caution light in Williamsville
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (WTOK) - The City of Philadelphia has approved a nearly 15,000 dollar bid to install a new caution light outside the William Brothers general store. The decision comes as traffic is diverted along County Road 375, with people attempting to avoid construction traffic caused by roundabout construction along Beacon Street and Highway 15.
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Caution light to be installed near Williams Brothers
The city will soon install a flashing caution light near Williams Brothers in an effort to improve pedestrian and traffic safety in the area. Last Tuesday, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved Lewis Electric's lowest and best bid of $14,775 to install the caution light. The decision comes after...
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Downtown Meridian hosts 2026 Day of the Dead Ale Trail on October 30
Downtown Meridian is gearing up for a festive Friday night as craft beer lovers, culture enthusiasts, and early Halloween celebrators gather for the 2026 Day of the Dead Ale Trail on Friday, October 30. The free, self-guided event runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and promises an evening filled...
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Construction underway for new Laurel truck stop
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - A new major investment is headed to the City of Laurel, bringing new jobs and amenities for drivers and travelers. O’Gary Construction Group and Las Vegas Petroleum announced plans to build a brand-new TA Travel Center in north Laurel off of Interstate 59. Project leaders...
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Voting precinct moved from country club to tabernacle
The Southeast Philadelphia voting precinct will have a new polling location for the upcoming general election on Nov. 3. On Monday, the Board of Supervisors approved Faith Tabernacle Apostolic Church’s Family Life Center at 321 Williamson Ave. as the new polling location. Supervisors were notified recently that the precinct...
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New owners of old Laurel school building open to renovation ideas
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Meridian annexation bid draws opposition from Briarwood residents
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Meridian is attempting to annex new land near the Sonny Montgomery Industrial Park, causing a lot of bitterness with residents in areas already annexed by the city. “Right now, the city’s been basically getting all the benefit of the taxes without providing the services it promised. They...
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Laurel approves second reading to annex portion of Calhoun for subdivision
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Laurel City Council has officially approved the annexation of property along Bear Pen Creek Road on its second and final reading. The voluntary annexation was requested to bring the residential development directly into the city. The developer plans to build around 100 homes. Under the...