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Group working to place marker at historic Black school in Shannon
SUMMARY: A group of alumni from the old Sigar High School in Shannon, now part of the Lee County School System, gathered to reminisce about their time there and to see how the building has changed. They are raising funds to place a historical marker commemorating the school, which was built in the mid-1900s as the first high school in Shannon for black students before integration. Committee members emphasized the importance of honoring their history and the community's struggles and contributions to their achievements. They are determined to ensure that the marker will be installed to preserve this legacy.
A group is working to place a historical marker at a school in Shannon.
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Fencing around City Hall was removed after months of renovation
SUMMARY: In Meridian, the temporary fencing around City Hall has been removed. Precision Fencing employees took down the galvanized fences on Tuesday afternoon. Initially, mesh fencing was installed early in 2023 for an exterior repair project involving the building's windows, walls, and roof. The galvanized fencing replaced the mesh in February to allow workers to complete the repairs. Now that the project is finished, the front entrance of City Hall will reopen to the public starting Wednesday.
On Tuesday afternoon, employees from Precision Fencing removed the fence from the front of the entrances after months of renovating the building.
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First Saturday will be held at the MAX on July 6th
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience, known as the MAX, is hosting its “First Saturday” event featuring live music by local favorite Jax Moore from noon to 2 p.m. This event offers free admission, allowing attendees to explore the exhibits at no cost. Gabby Ortiz encourages visitors to support downtown restaurants by grabbing lunch to enjoy in the MAX courtyard, which has excellent air conditioning. The event will be held on July 6th. For more details or upcoming events, visit wt.com.
This first Saturday will consist of live music from hometown favorite Jax Moore from noon until 2 pm.
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WTOK & Wendy's partner to kick off “Pack the Backpack” campaign July 8th
SUMMARY: Wendy's and WT have partnered for the Pack the Backpack program to collect school supplies for kids. Martha Ormer, Field Marketing Manager for Wendy's, shared the details: the program kicks off next Monday, July 8, and runs through July 26. Collection boxes will be placed at three Wendy's locations in Meridian (22nd Avenue, 8th Street, and North Hills) and one in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Community members are encouraged to drop off supplies such as pencils, paper, and notebooks. This initiative aims to meet the significant need for school supplies and reflects both Wendy's and WT's commitment to local community support.
WTOK & Wendy's partner to kick off “Pack the Backpack” campaign July 8th
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