http://www.meridianstar.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:35:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_324003529.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_324003529.html It was the early 1920’s, and the Meridian Hamasa Shrine experienced a growing spurt. Yes, the city of Meridian was in the middle of the “Golden Age” of prosperity. Schools, parks, public transportation, public works, manufacturing, and all sorts of mercantile experienced a healthy increase of expansion, growth, and excitement. It was at this time that the Hamasa Shrine sought a larger facility to accommodate their needs for the various meetings and ceremonies they conducted. Architect Emile Weil was contracted to design the building. Construction began in 1923 and the Grand Ballroom was completed by November 1924. The Shrine occupied the new facility and conducted their meetings and ceremonies there while the remainder of the building was completed. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:13:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_321231430.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_321231430.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:13:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_321231331.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_321231331.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:35:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_317003537.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_317003537.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:38:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_314233910.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_314233910.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:38:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_314233838.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_314233838.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001159.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001159.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001111.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001111.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001138.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001138.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:10:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001050.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001050.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001010.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312001010.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000927.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000927.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:07:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000741.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000741.html Are you wondering how to make the most of your pension? If you’re thinking about which income option to take, maybe it’s time to think outside the box. Here’s why. When most retiring public service employees meet with a pension administrator and look over their income options, they face an either/or question. Do they sign up for the survivor’s benefit or not? You want to do the right thing. At first glance, it seems like a no-brainer. If you have a spouse, of course you want the survivor’s benefit – right? After all, this is the option that guarantees the continuance of pension income for your spouse after you pass away. In most cases, it is structured so that the pension income lasts for the longer of two lives. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:06:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000615.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_312000615.html Water damage can occur almost anywhere in your house. Water-using appliances and fixtures, such as refrigerators with icemakers, dishwashers, washing machines, toilets and water heaters are common locations of leaks. Unfortunately, slow leaks at these appliances and fixtures are often times impossible to see until it is too late. If it goes undetected, a slow leak can lead to rotting house framing and subfloors, and can be a precursor to a catastrophic leak that can release several gallons of water per minute, causing extensive water damage. A water leak detection system may help prevent these problems. There are two types of water leak detection systems: passive and active.Passive leak detection systems are intended to alert you of a leak. They generally sound an audible alarm tone and some may also feature a flashing light. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:40:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_310004112.html http://www.meridianstar.com/editorials/local_story_310004112.html