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    Meridian woman charged with drug traffickingWTOK14 HOURS AGO

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    City of Meridian Arrest Report July 17, 2024WTOK-TV15 HOURS AGO

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    Much-needed rain cools the lateweekMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - After a week of searing heat, we’re finally getting some much-needed rain and a much-deserved cooldown. Highs today linger in the lower 90s, with showers and thunderstorms possible throughout the day, but especially prevalent in the afternoon and evening. The same thing applies to Friday, except with highs lingering in the upper 80s instead. This is all thanks to a cold front and an associated low pressure moving through the area then stalling out nearby, giving us not only a drop in temperatures, but also in humidity.

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    WTOKGMHC hosting back to school bash, providing free school supplies and info about required immunizations

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    Storm damage reports in East MissississppiMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Wednesday afternoon several cities and towns across East Mississippi were hit with very strong scattered thunderstorms resulting in a lot of damage. There was a multi-vehicle wreck on North Hills Street, with no major injuries being reported. According to reports, a single vehicle rolled over on...

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    WTOKMeridian woman charged with drug trafficking

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    City of Meridian Arrest Report July 17, 2024Meridian Police Department was requested to respond to 107 calls for service from July 16, 2024 at 6:00 AM to July 17, 2024 at 6:00 AM. The following were reported to the Meridian Police Department. Robbery. There were no robberies reported. Commercial Burglary. There were no commercial burglaries reported. Church...

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    Riley Center Renovations Aim for November Completion to Boost Meridian GrowthThe MSU Riley Center in downtown Meridian is undergoing some renovations. Some of the renovations include repainting, window frame replacement, and more. The Riley Center hopes these renovations will help to impact growth in the city of Meridian. Funds for the project were provided by the Riley Foundation and will...

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    Magnolia State LiveInvestigation launched after second inmate death in a month at Mississippi correctional facilityA Mississippi Department of Corrections has died after being found unresponsive at the East Mississippi Correctional Facility located in Meridian, authorities confirmed. Emily Lawhead, who is the Director of Communications at Management and Training Corporation which manages the Meridian facility, said the company is investigating the death of 39-year-old William Hill, who was found unresponsive in his cell on Saturday.

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    Puppy rescued in Meridian fireMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - A fire broke out inside a house on 53rd Avenue in Meridian. While no one was injured, a puppy was rescued from the fire and treated by the Meridian Fire Department. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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    The Meridian City Council approves the 2024 Gladys Bowyer Animal Control GrantMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The Meridian City Council accepted grant dollars to spay and neuter pets. The grant is known as the Gladys Bowyer Animal Care Grant. Brian McCary, Supervisor for City of Meridian Animal Control says this is to help slow down the population of pets being born out on the streets, and it is also to keep them safe from harm’s way.

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    WTOKDr. Angela Savage Talks About New Opportunities with MSU Meridian's Social Work Initiative Program

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    SEC Media Days today at 12:00 noon live behind the scenesMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - WATCH LIVE! Go behind the scenes of 2024 SEC Football Media Days. At the podium today Alabama, Mississippi State, Florida and Texas.

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    Yeshua and Friends worship nightMERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Saturday, Paul Wilbur and Joshua Aaron hosted a worship night at Temple Theater. This is their 2nd annual event where they wants to expose the community to a Jewish expression of the Christian faith. Here they wanted to bring Jew and gentiles together in a night...

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    Mississippi Man Charged With Murder of Mother and Girlfriend Denied BailThe man from Mississippi who is accused of killing his mother and girlfriend has been denied bail. He is currently being held in custody. Judge Beck of the Winston County Justice Court rejected bail for Carlos Daniels, who is facing two counts of first-degree murder. The charges against Daniels were brought against him over the weekend.

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    Magnolia State LiveVicious Biscuit bringing breakfast revolution to MississippiMississippi diners are about to get breakfast with a bite. Since 2017, Vicious Biscuit has been revolutionizing brunch one biscuit at a time. And now the revolution is coming to the Magnolia State. The Southeast’s hottest fast-casual breakfast has announced its newest partners, Cliff and Hunter Russum, who will bring...

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    Photos: Local martial artists win world titlesSeveral local martial artists recently competed at the ISKA US Open in Orlando, FL. Those competing representing Team Chip Martial Arts Mississippi were Justin Cuellar, Robin Cuellar, Burgen Simpson, Jason Dubard, Paisley Dubard, and Paxton Dubard. For the 5th consecutive year, Justin Cuellar won the Ultimate Breaking Championship. Additionally, Jason...

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    Biloxi Sun HeraldMeet Miss Black Mississippi: She’s an entrepreneur, veteran and advocate from the MS CoastA Gulfport native is representing her home on the national stage, competing for Miss Black USA.

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    First Alert Forecast: clouds, passing showers late weekTHURSDAY: With the front hanging nearby, we’ll keep mention of widely scattered showers and storms, especially for areas near and south for I-40 through the day. Drier Canadian high will eventually help to shunt the front farther south to allow quieter conditions by late Thursday into Friday. Highs Thursday, amid variably to mostly cloudy skies will be in the middle 80s; dropping into the 60s by early Friday.

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    The Clarion LedgerPolitical groups, donors give $231K to state judicial candidates in June. See who donatedThe 10 candidates running in this year's Mississippi Supreme Court and the Mississippi Court of Appeals races raised about $231,000 in contributions in June, about $30,000 more than in May ($204,090). However, combined campaign spending for all 10 candidates floated near the $100,000 mark for the second month in a...

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    FOX 13 Memphis WHBQSpotty showers, cooler temps to remain across the Mid-SouthMEMPHIS, Tenn. - If you live across north Mississippi, make sure to have the umbrella nearby.

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    MS response rate to 988 crisis hotline reaches 98%A health report by the non-profit group called "Inseparable" shows Mississippi's 988 crisis line has a 98% response rate. The report shows the role of response teams in a mental health crisis and whether the states are effectively implementing the national suicide prevention hotline. Angela Kimball, chief advocacy officer with...

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    What is the poverty rate in Meridian MS? ›

    The average household income in Meridian is $56,680 with a poverty rate of 32.44%.

    What is Meridian MS known for? ›

    Among the notable landmarks, Meridian's Carnegie Library was constructed in 1912 and has transformed into the Meridian Museum of Art, enriching the city's cultural tapestry. Also prominent is the Grand Opera House, which opened its doors in 1890 adjacent to the Marks-Rothenberg Department Store.

    What is the poorest cities in Mississippi? ›

    Picayunay is a small city located in Pearl River County. It is also one of the poorest cities in Mississippi. The poverty rate in Picayune is 33.3%, which is 42% greater than. the average poverty rate in the state.

    What percentage of the meridian is black? ›

    The 5 largest ethnic groups in Meridian, MS are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (65%), White (Non-Hispanic) (29.8%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (1.62%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (1.09%), and White (Hispanic) (0.969%).

    What celebrities are from Meridian MS? ›

    Other notable natives include Miss America 1986 Susan Akin; James Chaney, an activist who was one of three civil rights workers murdered in 1964; singer Paul Davis; and Hartley Peavey, founder of Peavey Electronics headquartered in Meridian.

    What is the nickname for Meridian MS? ›

    By 1906 the population had almost doubled again to reach 28,000, and the city was given the nickname "The Queen City." Between 1890 and 1930, Meridian was the largest city in Mississippi and a leading center for manufacturing in the South.

    Is Meridian Mississippi a good place to retire? ›

    Meridian is a good place to live for elderly people. Meridian, MS is not a place for young people. There isn't much career success present except for the medical field. There is no means of entertainment or fun around the entire city for kids or young adults.

    What is the safest small town in Mississippi? ›

    Pass Christian

    The safest place to live in Mississippi is Pass Christian. This small town is located along the Gulf Coast in southern Mississippi. The city has a population of 6,307 and a violent crime rate that is 96% below the national average.

    Which county in Mississippi is the poorest? ›

    Its county seat is Mayersville. With a per-capita income of $18,598, Issaquena County is, by that measure, one of the poorest counties in the United States. Mississippi's location within the U.S. Issaquena County is located in the Mississippi Delta region.

    What is the current poverty rate in Mississippi? ›

    In 2022, 19.1 percent of Mississippi's population lived below the poverty line.

    Which group has the highest level of poverty in MS? ›

    [5] As for overall family poverty rates, the black rate is 75.7 percent, while the rate for white families is 15.2 percent. * Includes Lake Providence.

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