Pafford Ambulance Service to become Meridian’s ambulance provider
Pafford Ambulance Service will become Meridian’s ambulance provider effective Sept. 18, 2026, the city announced, with more EMS information expected tomorrow.
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Mississippi news: Olive Branch phone outage, Meridian water update and forestry pact
Mississippi’s Sept. 17 evening briefing: Olive Branch phone disruption, Meridian water update, forestry agreement, Friday heat, Southaven hiring and adult education.
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Meridian downtown lists Earth’s Bounty Night Market and other activities
The City of Meridian highlighted downtown activities including Earth’s Bounty Night Market, Third Thursday, Canvases for Cancer and East Mississippi Gives.
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Meridian closes section of 10th Avenue for water line repairs
Meridian has closed 10th Avenue between 23rd and 24th streets while crews repair a water line break. The closure is expected to last throughout the day.
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Meridian leaders attend data center development conference in Jackson
Meridian city leaders attended a Jackson conference focused on data center development, infrastructure, economic impact and community opportunities.
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Meridian to honor Ken Rainey with Temple Theatre celebration
Meridian will honor Ken Rainey at the Temple Theatre on Oct. 15, 2026, with a star unveiling and free concert featuring Randy Houser.}ablytyped
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Meridian urges families to discuss youth vaping and tobacco use
Meridian is urging families to discuss vaping, nicotine and tobacco with young people as the new school year begins.
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Daniel Hill records first 100-yard collegiate rushing game for Alabama
Former Meridian High School Wildcat Daniel Hill rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown in Alabama’s 45-17 win over Kentucky, his first 100-yard college game.
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Flash flood warning issued for Meridian and parts of Lauderdale County
A flash flood warning is in effect for Meridian and portions of Lauderdale County until 8 p.m. tonight.
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Mississippi news this morning: Heat builds, Meridian arrest and firefighter tryouts
Saturday’s Mississippi briefing covers the rising heat, a Meridian murder charge, Monday’s Osyka school drill, Tupelo firefighter applications, DeSoto disposal hours and food safety.
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