Preston
Preston, MS · Food & Drink
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89-year-old Whataburger employee is serving up kindness to customers
The father is wanted on suspicion of murder after his three young daughters were reported missing and then found dead. 'Hell and back': Family speaks after 22-year-old dies from peanut allergy. Updated: 1 hour ago. |. A family is raising awareness about food allergies after their 22-year-old son died just...
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‘Anybody Want Anything?’ The State’s Best Gas Station Food
Gas station sushi? Who would eat gas station sushi?. Apparently, plenty of people, if the stories from our friends and families over the years are true. The fact is, down south, we take gas station food seriously. All over the state, gas station food is in abundance, whether it’s barbecue...
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National Burger Day
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Many came out for the 6th annual NightMarket at the MAX
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Thursday night was the 6th annual NightMarket at the MAX, as many people from around the area came out to show their support by shopping local. NightMarket at the MAX is put on by the same people who host Earth’s Bounty. It is also a great way for local vendors to set up shop, as it features food vendors, drinks, artists, farm vendors, crafts, children’s activities, and live music.
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Many came out for the 6th annual NightMarket at the MAX
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New cooking competition coming to Meridian this weekend
ChiknNBeer, a new cooking competition is coming to Meridian this weekend. James Peters, better known as Jay Pee, says ChiknNBeer started as just a few words from a coworker, and hopes bringing the event to the Queen City, will add to positivity. “For people that don’t really know Meridian, they...
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Popular Laurel restaurant opening second site
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Corn Dog 7 expands with new Laurel location
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – Corn Dog 7 announced plans for a stand-alone second location in Laurel. Officials said the new restaurant will complement the existing location in Sawmill Square Mall. The new building, located at 2159 MS-15, formerly a Dickey’s BBQ restaurant, is scheduled for a soft opening in late June. “We’ve been serving Laurel […]
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Corn Dog 7 opening second location in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - A beloved restaurant is opening a second location in the City Beautiful!. Corn Dog 7, a Sawmill Square staple, will be opening a second location uptown. The new location will be at the old Dickey’s BBQ on Highway 15. This second location is part of...
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Mr. Munchies opening sit-down location
Mr. Munchies is opening a sit-down restaurant at 214 Line St., in the former Tootie’s Country Buffet location. The restaurant will host a soft opening later this month, with a grand opening set for June 19. Ronderick Clemons, an Army veteran who served in the 101st Airborne Division for...
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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...