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Downtown Meridian was packed during the 4th annual Bud N Boilin Crawfish Cookoff
Downtown Meridian was full of events this weekend but none bigger than the annual crawfish cookoff. Twin States News’ Cohlby Sims stopped by to find out who they people thought had the best crawfish recipe.
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Crowds enjoy crawfish, music at Bud N Boilin’ in Downtown Meridian
Mitchell Distributing held its 2025 Bud N Boilin' event over the weekend on Front Street in Downtown Meridian. The streets were packed with people enjoying themselves while feasting on tasty crawfish. “We’ve been having a really good time today at Bud n Boil. There is lots of crawfish, lots of...
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Meridian library celebrates Cinco de Mayo with DIY maracas craft
On this Cinco de Mayo, folks gathered at the Meridian-Lauderdale Public Library to get crafty and create maracas from everyday items. Popsicle sticks, dried beans, corn, and even leftover Easter eggs were all used to create the traditional instrument, while some others decided to think outside the box. “In Mexico,...
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Many gather at Singing Brakeman Park for Bud N’ Boilin 2025
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -One of the largest crawfish boils in Mississippi took place in the Queen City on Saturday, as the 4th annual Bud N’ Bolin took over Singing Brakeman Park, while hundreds of people gathered with their freinds and family to get a taste of crawfish and vote for their favorites.
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Don P’s " Taste of the Bayou " hosts an official ribbon cutting
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -A new business has joined the EMBDC as Don P’s “ Taste of the Bayou ” hosted a ribbon cutting Friday afternoon, signifying their place in the Queen City. The restaurant permanently opened its door on April 11th, as they started in Meridian as...
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Don P’s " Taste of the Bayou " hosts an official ribbon cutting
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Not too late to register to cook at Community Bank Crawfest
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - In Laurel, Community Bank’s Crawfest is this weekend. The Laurel Main Street Association will be hosting the event. It will take place in Downtown on Front Street with live music and multiple teams competing for the best crawfish title. About 25 teams have signed up...
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Bud N’ Boilin 2025 is this weekend, May 3
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - One of the largest crawfish boils in Mississippi is taking place in the Queen City this weekend. Bud N’ Boilin 2025 is taking over Singing Brakeman Park this Saturday from 12 to 5. Over 30 different teams are competing to prove they have the best crawfish in East Mississippi.
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Morrow loves sharing her meals
Shannon Morrow learned to cook from her mother and grandmother, who passed down family-favorite recipes like asparagus casserole, combination salad, and pot roast. “My grandmother had an original called ‘cheese and biscuit’, homemade cookies, and little, small biscuits,” Morrow said. “She also made all my birthday cakes when I was younger—she was a wonderful cook.”
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We are less than one week away from “Paint the Plaza Purple”
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Dumont Plaza is turning purple in just one week, and you might ask, what does that mean?. Well, for the third year in a row, Dan Donnelly and the Mississippi Alzheimer’s Association are partnering to raise money for Alzheimer’s research. Next Tuesday, people are...
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The MAX Hosts its biggest fundraiser of the year, Sipp and Savor
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Thousands pack downtown Meridian for 2025 Sipp and Savor event
Many consider “Sipp and Savor,” hosted by The Mississippi Art + Entertainment Experience Museum, one of Meridian's biggest downtown events. Bringing people from all over together to enjoy samples from over 50 chefs, mixologists, and distillers. “I came last year; it was a fantastic event, I loved all...
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Don P's Taste of the Bayou is officially open in Downtown Meridian
A local restaurant in Downtown Meridian, Don P’s Taste of the Bayou, opened its doors to its first customers Friday. The idea for Don P’s started as a food truck, but the owner, Donnie Bilello, decided it was time to open a restaurant. “I got some of my...
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Sipp and Savor is one day away, learn more about a big change to this year’s festival
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Jean’s Restaurant now open on Sundays
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Some exciting news for people who love to dine at Jean’s Restaurant in downtown Meridian. The historic restaurant is now open on Sundays. Sunday, April 6th, Jean’s hosted a soft launch for its new offering, and the owner says it went really well, so he decided to make it permanent.
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Highway 19 Walmart completes renovations
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Those who shop at the Highway 19 Walmart may notice it looks a little different. That’s because the 14 weeks of renovations are officially complete. There was a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the store’s “reopening.” Although doors were never closed to the public, Walmart considers it a reopening due to the new improvements.
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The MAX Hosts its biggest fundraiser of the year, Sipp and Savor
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -On Saturday, the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience hosted its biggest fundraiser event of the year, Sipp and Savor!. Over three thousand people from many states gathered in front of the MAX to taste foods and beverages from chefs and mixologists from different places. Live music was...