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East Mississippi Has Multiple Choices for Education

East Mississippi schools deserve a gold star, because not only are the students receiving a good education, but they are inspired to become better people in their community. Here are some examples: Lauderdale County School District The mission of Lauderdale County School District is to educate all students so they are competent, contributing members of society. The system maintains high academic standards, managing four elementary schools, four middle schools and four high schools. One... Read More »
Historic Home in Meridian, MS

Real Estate in East Mississippi Has History in Each Home

Meridian's real estate options, which include nine historic districts, overflow with history and architecture while maintaining a convenient quality of life for residents. West End Historic District The West End Historic District consists mostly of residences dating from 1890-1910, but buildings built before and after the dates complement the area. West End represents Meridian's rise to become Mississippi's largest city after its destruction during the Civil War. Urban Center Historic District... Read More »
Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center

Health Care Options in East Mississippi Serve All Patients

Health care in East Mississippi provides patients with plenty of options for maintaining good health while offering state-of-the-art care. Here are the hospitals that serve the area: Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center is a 260 private-room facility that houses several centers to meet patients' needs. Centers include cardiac, diabetes, pulmonary, rehabilitation, sleep and... Read More »
Mississippi State University

MSU-Meridian Expands Courses and Builds on Downtown Presence

The powerful presence of Mississippi State University in Meridian positively influences the culture, economic and educational climate of East Mississippi. With its parent residential campus of more than 18,000 students located some 90 miles north, there is a strong campus and community relationship between Mississippi State University and the East Mississippi area. MSU students, faculty, and staff live, work and contribute to the economy of the region. MSU faculty and a business services... Read More »
Poplar Springs

Poplar Springs Is a Porch-Sitter's Paradise

What was once a cattle trail running along the outskirts of Meridian is now a residential area of charming older homes on large lots encompassing mature trees and gardens. The Poplar Springs Historic District, now officially designated with a new marker, is prized for its elaborate Victorian-era homes. Shingled Queen Anns, Arts-and-Crafts-style bungalows and Mission-style homes make this area a porch-sitter's paradise. With its wraparound porches and original beveled-glass windows and doors,... Read More »