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Needham, AL · Food & Drink
Neshoba Democrat
Blake's Seafood to close after nearly a decade
Blake’s Seafood, a longtime local favorite known for its crawfish, catfish, and community atmosphere, will close its doors at the end of the month. Owner Blake Gordon said the decision to sell the property was not easy, but after years of prayer, consideration, and an unexpected sign, he felt the timing was right.
WTOK-TV
New Chick-fil-A on 22nd Avenue will host its grand opening on September 4th
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - In just eight days, the city of Meridian will be able to “Eat Mor Chikin” because the new Chick-fil-A, located on 22nd Avenue, will host its grand opening on Thursday, September 4. The project was announced in March of this year. The new spot...
The Daily Leader
Charleigh Mae’s grills up the goods
A fourth-generation Bobcat is bringing her brand of deliciousness to Bogue Chitto and beyond. Jodi Scott opened Charleigh Mae’s Grill on the same land her father grew up on. The name comes from her dad, Charles Davis, and her mother’s mom, Lula Mae Norton. Charleigh Mae Davis was could have been printed on her birth […]
Neshoba Democrat
Morales enjoys catering from home
Alaina Morales has turned her passion for cooking into a growing home catering business, serving comfort foods and sweet treats to her community. She learned to bake, cook, and can from her mother, Beverly Crawford, using family recipes passed down through generations. “I would watch her in the kitchen as...
WTOK
County Road 11: The vegetarian lifestyle behind Mom and Pop’s
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Night market returns to downtown Meridian in September
A vibrant evening of culture, cuisine, and community is set to unfold Tuesday, September 9, as The MAX and Earth’s Bounty team up to host the return of Night Market. The popular event will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. outside The MAX in downtown Meridian, offering an eclectic mix of food trucks, farm vendors, artists, artisans, and family-friendly activities.
WTOK-TV
County Road 11: The vegetarian lifestyle behind Mom and Pop’s
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Everyone has a food they just don’t like. Hardly anybody opens a restaurant to serve that food to others. But at Mom and Pop’s, that’s Pop’s story. What people probably don’t know, and can’t tell from their delicious menu, is that Pop...
WDAM-TV
New Laurel Farmers Market enters its third week
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Organizers of the new Family Farmers Market in Laurel say it’s continuing to grow. That market, which takes place every Saturday at the Sawmill Square Mall, is in its third week. Visitors can now find vendors both inside and outside of the mall. “Due to...
twinstates.news
Meridian residents beat heat with sweet treats for ice cream month
With the weather being so hot lately, people in Meridian have been enjoying ice cream to cool down. July is known as National Ice Cream Month, and Twin States News wanted to know why Ice Cream is so enjoyable. “I love a sweet treat because who doesn’t. Ice Cream makes...
WDAM-TV
2nd Corn Dog 7 restaurant opens in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - The famous Corn Dog 7 restaurant is opening a stand-alone location in the City of Laurel. “We’re glad that Laurel is crazy about corndogs,” Corn Dog 7 partner Christopher McKinney said. Since 1981, Corn Dog 7 has been a staple in Laurel for its...
WTOK
Love Out Loud 2025 packs grocery bags for local families
WDAM
Ribbon cutting set for Tuesday at 2nd Corn Dog 7 location in Laurel
WDAM-TV
2nd Corn Dog 7 location in Laurel opening Tuesday
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Good news for corn dog lovers. Corn Dog 7 is opening a second location in Laurel Tuesday. The Sawmill Square Mall staple restaurant will be opening a stand-alone location uptown in the old Dickey’s Barbeque building on Mississippi 15. A ribbon cutting will be held...
WTOK
Uptown Bites food truck tour at Uptown Mall in Meridian
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Uptown Bites food truck tour at Uptown Mall in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Uptown Mall was bustling with activity this afternoon, with the summer edition of the Uptown Bites Food Truck Tour. This event brings several local food trucks together, for a taste of locally made food of all flavors. From turkey legs to kebabs to popcorn and more,...
WTOK-TV
Love Out Loud 2025 packs grocery bags for local families
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Northcrest Baptist Church kicked off their annual Love Out Loud ministry last night with a block party. Now today, they’re packing bags of groceries to feed local families. Volunteers gathered at Northcrest this morning to help pack bags of groceries to give out to people...
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Corn Dog 7 to open first stand-alone location in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – Corn Dog 7 will open its first-ever stand-alone location in Laurel. There will be a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m. on July 15. The grand opening will be held at 11:00 a.m. The new restaurant will be located at 2159 MS-15. Corn Dog 7 will feature its signature offerings, including corn […]