http://www.meridianstar.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Fri, 21 Jul 2006 07:43:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201145444.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201145444.html The Meridian Star thanks all the people in the community who collaborated on “Meridian and its Neighbors” by writing stories — and gratefully acknowledges help provided by the city of Meridian, the Meridian/ Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau and the East Mississippi Business Development Corp. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:32:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201143328.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201143328.html The growth and expansion we’ve been experiencing continue to add to our economic vitality, and we’re delighted to share our projects and programs with our neighboring communities. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 20:57:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201143029.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201143029.html On Sept. 8, the doors will open on a vibrant new hub for performing arts, education and conferences in the heart of Meridian’s historic downtown. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 15:20:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201142902.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201142902.html Meridian is in the midst of an economic revival that will continue to enhance the richness of our community for decades to come. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:26:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201142718.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201142718.html Every five years, thousands of people from across the country and abroad convene in Meridian for a family reunion of Meridianites. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:14:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201141523.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201141523.html The staff of the Meridian/Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau works to enhance the quality of life and economic vitality of Lauderdale County by promoting Meridian as a travel destination, meeting and conference location, and through other tourism efforts to boost the number of visitors to our area. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:11:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201141412.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201141412.html Meridian has undergone a revival in recent years and is regaining its place as one of the state’s key cities. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:09:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140952.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140952.html After Hurricane Katrina, the words “clean Up” were at the top of everyone’s agenda, but to Keep Meridian/Lauderdale County Beautiful these words are a priority every day. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:08:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140846.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140846.html Meridian’s Retiree Recruitment Program, part of the city government, was certified in 1995 by the state’s official retiree attraction program, Hometown Mississippi Retirement. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 15:55:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140427.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140427.html In practically any bustling, growing city you can find an activity or community center. If it’s a really large city they’ll have a “Y” with activities for all ages. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:02:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140344.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140344.html One of the biggest community events held in Lauderdale County each year is Relay For Life. On Relay night, hundreds and hundreds of residents gather the American Cancer Society’s all-night fund-raiser. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 14:01:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140208.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140208.html SCOOBA — East Mississippi Community College has five locations to serve its students across a six-county district, which includes Clay, Kemper, Lauderdale, Lowndes, Noxubee and Oktibbeha counties. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 13:59:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140037.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201140037.html DECATUR — Now in its 78th year of providing educational opportunities for students of all ages, East Central Community College in Decatur continues to maintain its reputation as one of the premier community colleges in the state. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 16:04:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201135915.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201135915.html Meridian Community College President Scott Elliott always tells entering freshmen that he has two major goals for them — to get the highest quality education possible and to enjoy a total college experience. Thu, 20 Jul 2006 13:42:00 +0000 http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201134707.html http://www.meridianstar.com/meridian_neighbors/local_story_201134707.html Are you tired of watching your co-workers get promoted while you seem to be stagnant?