1+ week, 5+ day ago  (248+ words) Published 11: 00 am Sunday, June 14, 2026 Meridian Community College will welcome new students to campus this summer through a series of one-day orientation events designed to help them feel confident, connected, and ready for the start of college. Orientation sessions are scheduled…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (474+ words) Published 4: 20 pm Thursday, June 11, 2026 Lauderdale County officials, law enforcement and community leaders joined the Marion Police Department Foundation on Friday in recognizing local high school graduates during the Foundation's 2026 Scholarship Awards Program. Recognizing students from throughout East Mississippi, the scholarship…...

3+ week, 15+ hour ago  (373+ words) Published 11: 32 am Friday, June 5, 2026 Students from the Meridian High School Choir recently traveled to New York City, New York, for a remarkable arts education experience that included performing at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall. During the trip, students had the opportunity…...

1+ mon, 11+ hour ago  (558+ words) Published 3: 35 pm Tuesday, May 26, 2026 By COURTESY OF MERIDIAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE Kendril Wallace picked up his cap and gown with more than a degree on his mind. When he walked across the stage Monday morning at Meridian Community College, Wallace was…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (584+ words) Meridian Star Samuel Dale Chapter of DAR hosts annual Awards Tea event Published 8: 00 am Saturday, May 23, 2026 Samuel Dale Chapter of the DAR held their 22nd annual Awards Tea on Sunday, April 12. The meeting was held at the Meridian Activities Center. Glenda…...

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1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (390+ words) Published 2: 27 pm Tuesday, May 12, 2026 East Mississippi youth interested in law enforcement as a potential career choice can get a first-hand look at what it takes to keep Meridian and Lauderdale County safe after the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department and Scouting…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (136+ words) Published 4: 28 pm Monday, May 11, 2026 The Meridian Public School District Office of Parent and Community Engagement recently recognized its 2026 Parents and Community Partners of the Year, honoring individuals and organizations for their support of local schools and students. District officials said…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (269+ words) Published 9: 00 am Sunday, May 10, 2026 By Robert Blankenship | Meridian Star The Lauderdale County School District Foundation has received a grant aimed at helping third-grade students strengthen critical skills ahead of state reading retests. The foundation was recently awarded the Excellence in…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (298+ words) Published 9: 00 am Sunday, May 3, 2026 Student musicians from across the Lauderdale County School District were in the spotlight April 30 during the district's annual Musical Showcase, held at the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX). Billed as "A Celebration of Success," the…...