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The MAX of Meridian has been awarded a $3,000 South Arts Organizational Impact Grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission. This grant is a portion of CARES Act COVID-19 recovery funding MAC received through South Arts, a regional partner, and the National Endowment for the... Read More.

Open Arms in Philadelphia is providing drive by food distribution again today. It starts at 4:30 p.m. and continues until food is gone. If you have a friend, neighbor, or family member that can’t get there, come get a bag of groceries for them.... Read More.

East Central Community College will hold a groundbreaking ceremony today. According to ECCC officials, the event will mark the beginning of construction on the new Thomas W. Carson Band Hall on campus. The 3 p.m. ceremony will be held at the future site of the... Read More.

MDES unemployment debit cards are valid for 3 years. The MDES reminds us to "please keep your card until it expires; even if you are not currently filing. Also, the EPPICard for your unemployment benefits should have the letter "U" in the lower left... Read More.

Today's Highlight in History: On Oct. 13, 1775, the United States Navy had its origins as the Continental Congress ordered the construction of a naval fleet. On this date: In A.D. 54, Roman Emperor Claudius I died, poisoned apparently at the behest of his wife, Agrippina (ag-rih-PEE'-nuh). In... Read More.

Today is Friday, Oct. 16, the 290th day of 2020. There are 76 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Oct. 16, 1968, American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos sparked controversy at the Mexico City Olympics by giving "Black power" salutes... Read More.

Today is Thursday, Oct. 15, the 289th day of 2020. There are 77 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Oct. 15, 1976, in the first debate of its kind between vice-presidential nominees, Democrat Walter F. Mondale and Republican Bob Dole faced... Read More.

Today is Wednesday, Oct. 14, the 288th day of 2020. There are 78 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Oct. 14, 1964, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was named winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. On this date: In 1890, Dwight... Read More.

SNAP benefits continue in October. According to the MDHS, households currently receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be eligible for a supplemental benefit for October 2020. Similar benefits were provided for certified SNAP households for the months of August and September 2020.... Read More.

Mississippi State Fair is offering free admission today between 11am-1pm. Parking is $5.00 all day. The Ride Survivor Special includes 58 unlimited rides for $27. between 2pm-10pm.