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Meridian’s Duncan receives Paraoptometric Community Service award
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (220+ words) Published 9:31 am Monday, February 16, 2026 Meridianite Brandie Duncan of Primary Eyecare and Optical of Meridian is the Mississippi Optometric Association's 2025 Paraoptometric Community Service award recipient, the organization announced Saturday. The award is presented annually recognizing significant contributions to the profession of…...
Wing Care Team looks to start conversation at CommuniTEA & Conversations
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (222+ words) Published 5:04 pm Thursday, February 12, 2026 Millions of Americans are victims of sexual violence each year, yet many are ashamed or embarrassed to talk about it. On Thursday, the Key Field Air National Guard Wing Care Team, along with community resources, set…...
Supervisors hear ambulance proposals as city considers change
1+ week, 6+ day ago (742+ words) Published 5:13 pm Monday, February 2, 2026 Lauderdale County supervisors on Monday heard proposals from three ambulance providers as county officials consider joining efforts by the city of Meridian to change their emergency medical provider. County officials and city leaders heard from Acadian…...
CIS celebrates heart month by promoting prevention and screenings
2+ week, 2+ day ago (429+ words) Published 4:52 pm Friday, January 30, 2026 Cardiovascular Institute of the South is celebrating American Heart Month this February by bringing awareness to cardiovascular disease prevalence and prevention. As part of the initiative, CIS is offering free cardiovascular screenings at various locations throughout…...
Civitan Club gives back to local groups with annual Night of Giving
2+ week, 5+ day ago (564+ words) Published 10:26 am Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Nonprofit organizations working to help those with disabilities or special needs have some additional resources to carry out their missions thanks to the Meridian First Ladies Civitan Club. The club recognized six local causes Tuesday at…...
Gov. Reeves announces Mississippi awarded nearly $206 Million to strengthen healthcare in rural communities
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (300+ words) Published 11:13 am Wednesday, December 31, 2025 JACKSON, Miss. " Gov. Tate Reeves announced Monday the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has awarded Mississippi $205,907,220 through the Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen healthcare in rural communities throughout the state. The award is the…...
Meridian Plastic Surgery cuts ribbon on new North Hills location
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (397+ words) Published 9:06 am Friday, December 5, 2025 Meridian business leaders and elected officials celebrated a new investment from a city staple Thursday as Meridian Plastic Surgery cut the ribbon on its new location in the North Hills area. Dr. Lee Thornton, who is…...
Prevent foodborne illness during the holidays
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (362+ words) Published 4:07 pm Wednesday, November 26, 2025 With Thanksgiving almost here and Christmas right around the corner, the Mississippi State Department of Health encourages everyone to follow proper food safety guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy holiday season. When grocery shopping, gather…...
Dr. Jeremy Jackson is named inaugural Brodell Chair in Dermatology at UMMC
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (626+ words) Published 3:19 pm Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Jackson, Miss." Guests from across the country gathered for a celebration that honored the legacy of the University of Mississippi Medical Center Department of Dermatology as Dr. Jeremy Jackson, a native of Meridian, was named the…...
CIS receives awards for excellence in blood pressure and cholesterol management by American Heart Association
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (148+ words) Published 4:18 pm Friday, October 17, 2025 Meridian, Miss." Cardiovascular Institute of the South" has received two gold awards from the American Heart Association for its efforts to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke through cholesterol and blood pressure management. In…...