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MERIDIAN/LAUDERDALE COUNTY TOURISM DEPARTMENT
WELCOMES YOU TO MERIDIAN!212 Constitution Ave. Meridian, MS 39301
Phone601.482.8001
Toll Free 888.868.7720
Fax601.486.4988
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Around Town Carousels AboundAround Town Carousels Abound is an out-
door public arts project. The brightly painted, life-sized carousel horse sculptures are placed throughout the city and county. Over 100 horses are displayed outside of government buildings, businesses, private homes and the Mississippi Welcome Center at Toomsuba. Each horse is uniquely designed and painted by a commis-sioned artist. The carousel icon represents the historical Dentzel Carousel located in Meridian.
The location and description of each horse is available at: www.hopevillagems.org
Causeyville General Store6129 Causeyville Rd., 601.644.3102
The Causeyville General Store was opened
in 1895 as a general store and gristmill. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has many original fixtures and working gristmill. Open year round 6:15 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Sunday.Directions: Take Hwy. 19 S., approximately 7 miles; watch for State Hwy. sign for right turn to Causeyville, follow signs, about 5 miles.
Circle S Ranch5300 Clarence Harris Rd.,601.632.0022
The Circle S Ranch offers a variety of holiday activities including an annual Eas-ter Egg Hunt held in March and a Pump-kin Patch Festival in October. During these events they offer hayrides, games, music, concessions and more. The Circle S Restau-rant is open Friday through Sunday. Circle S is available for private events and offers catering as well. Directions: I-20, take Kewanee exit, turn
left on Kewanee Rd. at Simmons-Wright store. Go 2 miles and turn right on Clarence Harris Rd.www.circlesranchms.com
Depot Historic DistrictThe City of Meridian, born of and expe-
riencing its greatest growth in conjunction with railroads, has capitalized on its rail-roading heritage in the development of the Union Station Multi-Modal Transportation Center (MMTC).
The site selected for the MMTC project, the Depot Historic District, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and oc-cupies four city blocks. Union Station in-cludes several modes of passenger transpor-tation including the Meridian Transit
System, Amtrak, Norfolk Southern Rail Corridor, Greyhound and other providers of transit services. The Meridian Railroad Museum is housed in the over 100 year old restored Railway Express Agency building. This unique museum details the history of Meridian’s railroads and features photogra-phy, artifacts, and a model railroad.
Directions: From I-20/59, take Exit 153 to downtown. Turn right on Front St.
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1720 Jimmie Rodgers Memorial Dr., Highland Park • Meridian, MS 39307601.485.1904 www.meridianms.org
August - October & April - May from 1:00pm - 5:00pm Saturday & SundayNovember - March from 1:00pm - 5:00pm Saturday Only
June - July from 1:00pm - 5:00pm Daily
FOR PRIVATE TOURS & INFORMATION CALL 601.485.1904 OR 601.485.1802. TOURS $1 PER PERSON.
Dentzel Carousel - Est. 1896
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Attractions 4 • Historic Cemeteries 11Sports and Recreation• 12
Lodging 16Bed & Breakfasts• 16Camping • 16Hotels• 18
Map 24Dining 22
Ethnic • 22Family • 23Fast Food• 27Specialty & Fine Dining• 29
Shopping 30Antiques • 30Art • 30Malls • 30Specialty and Gift Shops • 30
Transportation 33Air • 33Bus • 33Car Rental • 33Limousine • 34Taxis • 34Train • 34
Contact Numbers: 34City of Meridian• 34Lauderdale County• 34
A Meridian Musical Note Jimmie Rodgers, Father of Country
Music, only person to hold positions in The Country Music Hall of Fame, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The Songwriters Hall of
Fame and The Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
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Dunn’s Falls6890 Dunn’s Falls Rd., 601.655.8550The 65-foot waterfall was once used
as a power source for a gristmill and to manufacture Stetson hats. Historic Carroll Richardson Gristmill is open for tours. The park is a natural wildlife refuge with a picnic area, barbecue grills, gristmill pond, hiking and swimming areas. Primitive camping is available. A cabin is also available to rent for a maximum of 4 occupants. Open Wednesday- Sunday 9:00 a.m- 5:00 p.m. Small admission: children under two free. Directions:Enterprise, MS. Take I-20/59
South to Savoy Exit, follow signs to park.
E.F. Young, Jr. Manufacturing425 26th Ave., 601.693.1961
Established in 1933, E.F. Young, Jr. manufactures ethnic hair care products and cosmetics that are distributed internationally. This company is the oldest African-American manufacturing company in the United States. In 1931, E.F. Young, Jr., started his career as a barber and noticed the need for a line of maintenance products for black hair, thus leading to his career in manufacturing. Tours of the manufacturing facility are available by appointment.
Directions: Take Exit 153 off I-20/59, turn on 22nd Ave toward downtown. Turn left on 4th St. to 26th Ave. Turn right on 26th Ave. E.F. Young will be on the left.
Elsie McWilliams Country Music Trail MarkerElsie McWilliams, not only a Meridianite,
but Jimmie Rodgers’ sister-in-law, wrote many of Jimmie’s songs. She not only holds a place in the Songwriters Hall of Fame but was the first woman to be honored on the Mississippi Country Music Trail.
Directions: Take the 22nd Ave. Exit from I-20/59. Go to 5th St. and take a right. Go 2 blocks. Marker is on the left/South lawn of the Lauderdale County Courthouse.
Highland Park Dentzel Carousel1802 Carousel Dr., 601.485.1802 In operation since 1909, this National
Historic Landmark is one of few two-row stationary Dentzel menagerie carousels. This national treasure was manufactured around 1895 by Gustav Dentzel of Philadelphia, Pa. with original oil paintings of museum quality adorning the top crown of the carousel. All the animals are meticulously hand-carved of bass and poplar wood and have been professionally restored to their original beauty. Both the Carousel and Carousel House are National Historic Landmarks.Hours of Operation -Aug. - Oct. Saturday/Sunday 1-5 p.m. Nov. - Mar. Saturday only - 1-5 p.m.Apr. - May Saturday/Sunday- 1-5 p.m.Jun. and July Daily 1-5pm.
It is recommended a phone call be made for confirmation of operation hours as the carousel can be closed to the public for private parties. Private tours may be scheduled throughout the year at a cost of $1.00 per person. Rides are $.50 during normal operation hours. For more information or to
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schedule tours/private functions, Contact the City of Meridian Parks and Recreation.
Directions: From I-20/59 take 22nd Ave. exit; turn left on 8th St. Follow signs to Highland Park.
Jimmie Rodgers Blues & Country Music Trail Markers & Museum1725 Jimmie Rodgers Memorial Dr., 601.485.1808
Meridian native Jimmie Rodgers, Father of County Music, is honored in Meridian with both a Blues and Country Music Trail Markers and museum. The Blues Trail marker is located in Singing Brakeman Park and credits Rodgers as the first major star to introduce the blues as a foundation of country music to a far wider audience. The Country Music Trail marker is located at his gravesite. The museum located in Highland Park displays memorabilia of his life and career including the original guitar of “the Singing Brakeman” (reported to be the most valuable guitar in the country). The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with holiday closings and closed the last 2 weeks of December and the month of January. With advance notice, private tours may be arranged. The museum has an answering machine and all calls will be returned. Museum admission, $8 adults, $5 seniors and groups of 10 or more, $3 children 8-18, Military discounts.
Directions: From I-20/59, take 22nd Ave. exit; turn left on 8th St.; turn right onto 39th Ave. to Highland Park.
Directions: Blues Trail Marker-Downtown Meridian/Front St.-Singing Brakeman Park. Take 22nd Ave. Exit from I-20/59 toward downtown. Turn right on Front St. (light at foot of bridge), go 2 blocks, marker is on right.
Country Music Trail Marker-Oak Grove Cemetery - Exit 154A from I-20/59. Go south on Hwy 19. Turn left at the light right before McDonald’s. Take immediate right onto Azalea Dr., continue until road forks, veer left onto Oak Grove Rd. The cemetery is just past the church on the right.
Key Brothers Aviation Exhibit2811 U.S. Hwy. 11 S., 601.482.0364
Pictorial exhibit commemorates Meridian’s Key Brothers, who set a world endurance flight record in 1935. The exhibit contains a review of the history of aviation. Open year-round at the Meridian Regional Airport. Admission is free.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take the Meridian Regional Airport exit and follow signs to the airport.
Lazy Acres Plantation, LLC596 Lazy Acres. Rd., Chunky, 601.655.8264
Lazy Acres Pumpkin Patch is open on weekends during October. Group tours are available by appointment during the week. Enjoy a hayride to the pumpkin patch, get lost in the corn maze, and go hog wild at the pig races. There are many other activities to enjoy as well. Plantation opens Thanksgiving Day at 1:00 p.m. annually. Take a sleigh ride to the field and choose the perfect REAL Christmas tree. Visit the live reindeer, Dasher and stop by the gift shop for unique Christmas items.
Directions: From I-20 take Chunky Exit 121. Go north 1 mile then turn left on Lazy Acres Rd. and go 1 mile. The farm is on the right.
www.lazy-acres.com
Historic Merrehope has over 20 rooms to explore and the F.W. Williams Home is one of the best
examples of Victorian architecture.
905 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial DriveMeridian, Mississippi
Call 601.483.8439 for hours of operation or visit www.merrehope.com
Meridian Museum of Art
The Riley Center
“His is the music
of America... an America
of glistening rails, thundering boxcars, and
rain-swept nights... ” ~ inscribed on Jimmie Rodgers' statue in Meridian, Mississippi
Open Tuesday - Saturday 10-4www.jimmierodgers.com
For special arrangements call 601.485.1808 or601.917.4344
Museum
Meridian Little Theatre4334 Hwy. 39 N., 601.482.6371
The Meridian Little Theatre, Mississippi’s oldest community theatre was established in 1932 and provides entertainment to residents and visitors to Meridian and Lauderdale County by performing five shows during each season (October through May). For more information on performances or for tours of the theatre, please contact the Meridian Little Theatre.
www.meridianlittletheatre.com
Meridian Museum Of Art628 25th Ave., 601.693.1501
The Meridian Museum of Art is housed in a Carnegie Library built in 1912-13. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a Mississippi Landmark. The Museum has served since 1970 as the regions’ premier public museum and features rotating exhibitions. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Directions: From I20/59, take 22nd Ave. to downtown Meridian; turn left on 8th St.; take 8th St. to 25th Ave.; turn left; go one block.
Meridian Symphony Orchestra2200 5th St., 601.693.2224
This regional orchestra offers the finest in classical symphonic masterpieces and has for over 50 years. The 75 member, professional symphony orchestra performs throughout the year. For performance schedules, contact the Meridian Symphony Orchestra. MSO performances are conducted in the MSU Riley Center. For tickets call 601.696.2200 or visit, www.msurileycenter.com
Merrehope/F.W. Williams Home905 MLK Jr. Memorial Dr., 601.483.8439
Merrehope is a stately 20-room Victorian mansion, restored and furnished by the Meridian Restorations Foundation, Inc. It features unusual woodwork, handsome
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columns, mantels and stairway.Originally, part of the home was used
as headquarters for Confederate General Leonidas Polk and was spared by Union General William T. Sherman. The Frank W. Williams home--a major project of the Meridian Restorations Foundation and located adjacent to Merrehope is an excellent example of Queen Anne Victorian architecture, with stained glass, oak paneling, parquet floors and detailed gingerbread scrollwork. Many original features and antique furnishings are in the home. Open year round - Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a tour of both homes. Senior citizen, student and group rates available. Special December rates.
Directions: From I-59/20 take Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Dr. exit and follow signs to Merrehope.
www.merrehope.com
Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum402 19th Ave., 601.693.9905
The museum is an ongoing project to restore the Soule’ Steam Feed Works Industrial site. Tours available by appointment. This turn of the century factory complex built steam engines and includes a blacksmith shop, foundry and belt driven machine shop. The Soule Live Steam Festival is held the first weekend in November.
www.soulelivesteam.com
MSU Riley Center2200 5th St., 601.696.2200
A performing arts center, a conference center, an educational center, a major downtown restoration project- these are all
accurate ways to describe the MSU Riley Center. More than just a stunning facility, the Center is a special place for social interaction to enjoy the arts, engage in lifelong learning and stimulate community growth and development. Located in the heart of historic downtown Meridian, the MSU Riley Center opened its doors in September 2006 to offer cultural, artistic and educational experiences like no other in the region. The center includes a fully restored 1889 grand opera house theatre that seats approximately 950, in addition to a 200-seat studio theatre and 30,000 square feet of meeting space, including a large exhibit hall, break out rooms and board rooms, all equipped with teleconferencing capabilities and built-in technical features to create the optimal meeting environment.
Directions: Take Downtown Meridian/22 Ave. Exit 153, follow signs to downtown/22nd Ave. N., travel approximately 1 mile on 22nd Ave. N., arrive at the Riley Center on the corner of 22nd Ave. and 5th St.
www.msurileycenter.com
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A Meridian Musical Note Hartley Peavey, a lifelong Meridianite,
founder/owner of Peavey Electronics, provides sound and music equipment
throughout the world (Bejing Olympics just to name one). If you have heard it,
more than likely it came from a Peavey!
Simmons-Wright General StoreHwy. 11/80 & Kewanee Rd., 601.632.1884
Located in Kewanee, Mississippi, The Simmons-Wright Company has operated as a general/mercantile store since 1884. With 125 years in business the old saying “if walls could talk” surely holds true.
Once inside you feel as if you were transported back to a time long forgotten. Hours: M-F 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 1st and 3rd Saturday 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Directions: Take Exit 169 off I-59/20. Go east approximately 1 mile. Store is on the left.
Temple Theater for the Performing Arts2320 8th St., 601.693.5353
Moorish-Revival style theater, listed on the National Register of Historic Places; completed in 1928. One of only two Robert Morton theater pipe organs left in public buildings in the State of Mississippi is located here. Tours available upon request, Call or check website for performance schedules.
Directions: From I 20/59, take Exit 153,
22nd Ave. Turn left on 8th St. Temple is on corner of 8th St. and 24th Ave.
www.meridiantempletheater.com
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G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery Memorial Site Buried in Meridian’s Magnolia Cemetery
“Sonny” Montgomery served in the Mississippi State Senate 1956-1966 and the U.S. House of Representatives 1967-1997. A retired Major General in the Mississippi National Guard, Montgomery championed military and veterans issues including the 1984 Montgomery G.I. Bill.
Directions: From I 20/59, take Exit 153, 22nd Ave, travel through downtown to 14th St., turn left on 14th, then right on 23rd Ave N. Go approximately 1 mile, cemetery is on the right.
Sam Dale Monument and Grave Site The story of the pioneer soldier, General
Sam Dale, who rode from Georgia to the Battle of New Orleans with a message for Andrew Jackson will be forever remembered at the Sam Dale Monument, grave site and historic marker.
Directions: From I-20/I-59 take Exit 154B to Hwy. 39 N. in Daleville.
James E. Chaney Memorial Site Visit the gravesite of slain Civil Rights
worker, James Chaney, who volunteered along with Michael Schwerner and Andrew Goodman to aid in the registration of African-American voters as part of the Freedom Summer Movement of 1964. Gravesite located in Okatibbee Baptist Church Cemetery.
Directions: Exit 152 from I-20/59. Proceed right at top of the exit. Follow road until it dead ends into Valley Rd. Turn left on Valley Rd. traveling approximately 2.7 miles to Fish Lodge Rd., Okatibbee Baptist Church sign. Continue 3/10’s of a mile, cemetery will be on the right with gravesite near the road.
Lauderdale Spring Confederate Cemetery601.482.9752
This cemetery is the resting place for more than 1,200 Confederate soldiers.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take exit for Hwy. 45 N. Look for signs of the cemetery once at Lauderdale.
McLemore Cemetery McLemore Cemetery is Meridian’s oldest cemetery and graveside of the city’s founder, Richard McLemore. The McLemore Cemetery is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.Directions: McLemore Cemetery is located on 16th Ave. and 6th St.
Oak Grove Cemetery Jimmie Rodgers Gravesite
The grave of Jimmie Rodgers is in the Oak Grove Cemetery.
Directions: See Jimmie Rodgers on page 7.
Oddfellows Cemetery Established in the 1860’s by the Oddfellows
Fraternal Organization, this cemetery is one of the oldest and most historic African American cemeteries in the area.
Directions: Take 10th Ave. at 21st St.
Rose Hill Cemetery601.482.8001 or 888.868.7720
This historic cemetery contains the monuments of Meridian founders John Ball and Lewis Ragsdale, the graves of Emil and Kelly Mitchell, the King and Queen of the Gypsies, a mound that contains the remains of the confederate dead and the grave of Lt. Charles W. Read who is regarded as the John Paul Jones of the Confederacy. Rose Hill Cemetery is open daily. Guided tours are available and may be arranged through the Lauderdale County Tourism Bureau. Annual tours with costumed interpreters are listed on the tourism website. Admission is free.
Directions: Entrance on 40th Ave., between 7th and 8th Streets. From I-20/59, take 22nd Ave. exit to downtown Meridian; Turn left on 8th St. to 40th Ave. Left on 40th Ave. www.kithandkinofthesouth.org/the-rose-hill-company.html
Temple Beth Israel CemeteryThis 19th century resting place for
Meridian’s Jewish community, dates back to the 1860’s. Many of the monuments and markers are fine examples of Victorian funerary art.Directions: From I-20/I-59, take exit 154B to Hwy. 39 N. Turn left onto 19th St.
The Confederate Cemetery 601.482.9752
The Confederate Cemetery contains the graves of 170 Confederate soldiers who were killed in the Civil War. Admission is free.
Directions: Take the Hwy. 45 N. exit from I-20/I-59 and turn west on Confederate Dr.
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Bianchi Shooting Sports4434 Camp Binachi Rd, 601.693.6757
State of the art Shooting Sports facilities open to the public. This facility features a 12 station Sporting Clays Range through the beautiful wooded terrain of Southeast Lauderdale County. The facility also features a Skeet/Trap/5-Stand Overlay course. It is recommended that you bring your own gun, but some arms are available. All proceeds go to support the Boy Scouts of America – Choctaw Area Council.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take Exit 154 –A to Hwy 19 South. Go approximately 8.5 miles and turn left onto Camp Binachi Rd. The turn is marked from Hwy. 19. Follow the signs into the camp.
www.binachishootingsports.com
Bonita LakesHwy. 19 South, 601.485.1920
City owned, this 3,300-acre park is situated on three lakes and includes the Long Creek Reservoir and Lakeview Municipal Golf Course. The park features nature trails, jogging and walking track,
biking, horseback riding trails, pavilion, picnic facilities, boat ramps and fishing. Admission is free and Bonita Lakes is open year-round from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take exit 154-A to Hwy. 19 South. Bonita Lakes is on the right.
Crestwood Fields30 22nd Ave. Heights, 601.485.1807
Two lighted baseball fields.
Family Bowl Lanes3510 North Hills St., 601.483.2283
www.familybowllanes.com
Highland Park41st Ave. and 19th St., 601.485.1802
Olympic-size pool, eight lanes, night lighting and dressing rooms. Depth 3-10 feet. Equipment available.
Jaycee Soccer ComplexOld 8th St., 601.485.1898
7 soccer fields, one lighted.
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Long Creek Reservoir and Lakeview Golf Course2366 Lakeview Golf Course Rd.,601.693.3301
City owned, another example of urban forestry features a public lake for fishing with a boat ramp. The 18 hole municipal golf course is a par 70 with 5674 yardage. The course is open year round from 7a.m. until dark. Green fees based on 18 or 9 holes with cart rentals.
Directions: From I 20/59 take Exit 154 towards Butler, Al/Hwy. 19S/45S pass Bonita Lakes, Lauderdale County Agri-Center. Exit pass the Agri-Center to Hwy 19S/45S, to the right. Go to the Causeyville Rd. Exit. Turn left after exit and follow this road 3.2 miles to Lakeview Golf course Rd. (Lakeview Worship Center Sign). Turn left and follow this road to the boat ramp and the golf course is .7 mile from the boat ramp.
NAS Meridian McCain Field Ponta Creek Golf CourseBuilding 388-Allen Rd., 601.679.2526
18 holes/par 72, Golf Course, 3368 yardage (blue tees), 3157 yardage (white tees), Open to the Public.
Northeast Park7300 B Newell Rd., 601.484.6827
Four lighted softball fields, tennis courts, lighted soccer fields USTA pro shop, club house and tennis pro.
Phil Hardin Park5100 37th Ave., 601.485.1896 Four Lighted baseball fields.
Sammie Davidson Sports ComplexHwy. 19 N., Comm. College Dr., 601.485.1803
Six hard surface courts
Skate Odyssey3435 North Hills St., 601.483.9654
The Park at North Hills2413 North Hills St., 601.482.3921
A place of fun and games for everyone. With batting cages, Go-Karts, miniature golf, redemption games and laser tag, this is the one stop for family fun.
Q.V. Sykes Park700 Sykes Rd., 601.482.9746
Three lighted baseball fields
Whynot Motorsports Park4773 JW Reynolds Rd., Whynot 601.644.3010
Meridian’s weekends heat up with dirt track racing. Check the website for race schedules.
www.whynotmotorsportspark.com.
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Lauderdale County Agri-Center 1022 Hwy. 19 S., 601.482.8498
The Lauderdale County Agri-Center, located just two miles off I-20/59 is one of the finest equestrian facilities in the region. The arena is 125 x 250 feet and can seat approximately 1500. The stall barn and arena are conveniently located under the same roof for easy access. There are 200 10x10 stalls available for rent. A large 200 x 300 foot warm up area is adjoining the arena. Both automobile and trailer parking are plentiful. The Agri-Center is adjacent to Bonita Lakes Equestrian trails. Although specifically designed as an equestrian facility, it is a truly versatile building. The Lauderdale County Agri-Center is limited only by your imagination. Take Exit 154/Butler.
Lake OkatibbeeThis 3,800-acre lake offers boating,
fishing, swimming, water skiing, picnic areas, hunting and hiking. Lake and campgrounds are open year-round. The
Water Park is open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Full service
marina with boat rentals and fuel is also available. Splashdown Country waterslide and a 25 room motel are located on the lake. Cabins are also available.
Phone: U.S. Corps of Engineers - 601.626.8431, Camping Reservations - 601.626.8068, Motel Reservations - 601.737.2370 and 800.748.9403
Directions: Okatibbee Dam Rd., 9823 Pine Springs Rd. From I-20/I-59, take Hwy. 19 N. Go one mile past Wal-Mart and turn right at Okatibbee sign.
Meridian Community College910 Hwy. 19 N., 601.483.8241
Swimming, track, soccer field, baseball field, softball field and tennis courts.
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Mississippi State Games
A Meridian Musical Note Singer-songwriter, Paul Davis of Meridian,
crossed charts but is most remembered for
his hits “I Go Crazy” and “65 Love Affair.”
Hours Of Operation7am to DarkMonday - Sunday
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MartinCenter/Causeyway Rd. Take a right, and the campground is the next right.
Meridian East/Toomsuba KOA Campground3953 KOA Campground Rd. Toomsuba 601.632.1684, 800.KOA.4202
Full-service campsites, showers, swimming pool, 550’ waterslide, laundry, propane, game room, playground and grocery. There are 42 RV sites, six primitive campsites and 5 cabins.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take Exit 165/Toomsuba. Follow signs to campground.
Nanabe Creek Campground 1933 Russell Mount Gilead Rd., 601.485.4711 Nanabe Creek has 86 full-service sites, pool, shower, laundry facility, propane, fishing, playgrounds and pavilion.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take Exit 160/Russell Exit. Go north one mile. Campground is on the right.
Okatibbee Lake Reservoir Pat Harrison Waterway Motel/Campground/Waterslide9823 Pine Springs, Rd., 601.737.2370 Motel 800.748.9403 Reservations
102 full RV hookup sites, 3 primitive camp sites and 4 cabins. Bath houses and a laundry facility available. Senior citizen discounts.
Directions: From 1-20/1-50, take Exit 150 to Hwy. 19 N. Follow signs to waterpark. This facility is operated by the Pat Harrison Waterway.
Website: www.phwd.net
Twiltley Branch Campground9200 N. Hamrick Rd. at Okatibbee Lake, U.S. Corps of Engineers - 601.626.8431, Camping Reservations - 601.626.8068 or 877.444.6777
This campground has 50 individual sites each with water and electricity. One group camp is available and will accommodate up to six RV’s and 6 tents, and 1 primitive group camp that can accommodate 6 tents, 12 sites with water only. Boat ramps, swimming beach, showers, laundry facility and playground available on-site.
Directions: Located in Collinsville, from I-20/I-59, Take Exit 150 to Hwy. 19 N. Enter at 2nd Okatibbee Dam Rd. Take right and follow signs to campground. This facility is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
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A Meridian Musical Note David Ruffin, a lead singer for The
Temptations and brother, Jimmy Ruffin solo artist best known for
the 1966 hit “What Becomes of the Broken Hearted” were born in
Lauderdale County communities Whynot and Collinsville.
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Bed & BreakfastCentury House2412 Ninth St., 601.482.23456 Bedrooms
The Lion and Harp4432 State Blvd., 601.485.82353 Bedrooms, Janet and Tom McBrien [email protected]
Campgrounds/RV ParksBenchmark RV Park6420 Dale Dr., 601.483.7999
This park offers 27 pull-through sites with 65’ sites each with 10’ x 40’ level concrete pads. Each site is equipped with 20, 30 or 50 AMP hookups. Water and sewer at all sites and easy access through wide roads.
Directions: Merge onto US-45 N via Exit 157B toward Macon for 3.8 miles. Keep left at the fork in the ramp for less than 0.1 miles. Turn left onto Dale Dr./Old US-45. Go 0.3 miles, RV park is on the left.
Bonita Lakes RV Park 895 Hwy. 19 S. 601.483.4330
This site offers 50 spacious RV pads, 20 pull-thru sites, swimming pool, fishing lake, laundry and bath house equipped with air conditioning and heat. Each site has level concrete slabs, 30-50 amp service, free cable and daily trash pick up. This site is handicap accessible, has LP gas and pets are welcome. Fax number, 601.483.4309 toll-free 866.483.4330.
Directions: From I-20/I-59, take Exit 154 (Hwy. 19S). From the frontage road, continue past Bonita Lakes. Park is on the left.
Campground RV Park2905 Old Hwy. 45 N., 601.485.4549
This park has over 50 sites, a laundry facility and bath house.
Directions: From 1-20/1-59 take Exit 154 B from East and Exit 154 from West. Take Hwy. 39 and it will run into Hwy. 45. Park is approximately 1 mile on the left.
Gin Creek Campground Martin-Center Hill/Causeyway Rd., Collinsville
This campground offers 7 primitive campground sites available on a first come-first serve basis. Modern facilities and running water. Boat ramp and boat dock.
Directions: Located at Okatibbee Lake in Collinsville, MS. Off West Lauderdale School Rd on Martin-Center Hill/Causeway Rd. Take right on Richard May Memorial Dr. The road will run into
Lake Okatibbee
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San Marcos701 Hwy. 19 N., 601.693.6683
Sbarro’sBonita Lakes Mall, 601.553.0570
TaKrai Thai Cusine 661 North Hill St., 601.482.0770
Family Dining Applebee’s 106 Hwy. 11 & 80, 601.693.4420
A Rodgers Barbecue803 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Dr., 601.693.0423
Binkie’s414 39th Ave., 601.693.4852
Boyette’s Fish CampOld Hwy 80, Chunky, 601.655.8311
Beef O’Brady’s1161 Bonita Lakes Circle, 601-453-5550
Buffalo Wild Wings114 Hwy. 11/80 East, 601-282-5363
538 Bonita Lake Circle • Meridian MS 39301 • Phone: 601.693.3110 • Fax: 601.693.3350Reservations: 800.456.4000 • www.countryinns.com/meridianms
• 24-hour coffee, cookies and candy - complimentary• Business Center• Cable TV with premium channels• Children under 18 stay free in the same room with an adult
• Fitness Center• High-speed, wireless Internet access - complimentary• Complimentary HOT Breakfast• Read It & Return® lending library
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EthnicChina Buffett ll2210 North Frontage Rd., 601.693.2188
China Palace806 Hwy. 19 North, College Park, 601.483.5082
CICI’S Pizza547 Bonita Lakes Drive, 601.581.2110
Domino’s Pizza4622 Poplar Springs Drive, 601.693.3030
El Norte4910 27th Place, 601.484.63331209 22nd Ave Heights, 601.553.83422117 Hwy. 19 N., 601.553.8377
Far Away Places4530 Dale Drive, Marion, MS, 601.693.4800
Great Wall Super Buffet110 15th Place S. Suite B, 601.483.5558
Hunan Chinese Restaurant5117 Hwy. 493, 601.483.0520
La FamiliaMeridian Crossroads, 601.482.4232
Las Fuentes1690 Bonita Lakes Circle, 601.485.0514
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant814 18th Ave. S., 601.693.7187
Little Caesars Pizza2310 North Hills St., 601.483.7171806 Hwy. 19 N., College Park, 601.693.8555
New Golden China4320 8th St., 601.482.1888
Nick & Al’s NY Pizzeria 910 Hwy. 19 N., 601.693.0010
Papa John’s Pizza2526 A North Hill St., 601.693.7272
Pizza Hut1300 North Frontage Rd., 601.485.74012815 North Hill St., 601.483.7181 Causeyville General Store
A Meridian Musical Note Patrick Sansone, talented singer-songwriter,
producer and multi- instrumentalist
currently with Wilco, was born in Meridian.
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2219 South Frontage Road • Meridian, MSNationwide 1.866.693.3215 • 601.693.3210*All Best Westerns are independently owned and operated
RESTAURANTMONDAY-SUNDAY
Dining
Full Service Hotels
1 Best Western · 601-693-3210
2 Hilton Garden Inn · 601-485-3506
3 Holiday Inn Meridian · 601-693-0160
Limited Service Hotels
4 Comfort Inn · 601-693-1200
5 Country Inn & Suites · 601-693-3110
6 Days Inn · 601-483-3812
7 Drury Inn & Suites · 601-483-5570
8 Hampton Inn · 601-483-3000
9 Holiday Inn Express · 601-581-4777
10 Jameson Inn · 601-483-3315
11 La Quinta Inn & Suites · 601-693-2300
12 Microtel Inn & Suites · 601-553-8100
13 Quality Inn · 601-693-4521
14 Ramada Limited · 601-485-2722
15 Sleep Inn · 601-485-4646
Budget Hotels
16 American Inn · 601-693-7488
17 Astro Motel · 601-693-4631
18 Blanks Motel · 601-485-9741
19 Budget 8 Motel · 601-693-3461
20 Econo Lodge · 601-693-9393
21 Economy Inn · 601-483-3074
22 Motel 6 · 601-482-1182
23 Pat Harrison Waterway Motel at
Okatibbee Lake · 601-737-2370
24 Relax Inn · 601-483-1422
25 Rodeway Inn · 601-482-4400
26 Royal Inn Motel · 601-483-4261
27 Super 8 Motel · 601-482-8088
28 Super Inn · 601-693-3771
29 Western Motel · 601-485-5000
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Jean’s Restaurant2114 Front St., 601.482.2348
Jen’s Place1900 Front St., 601.553.3500
Kem’s at Holiday Inn Meridian100 N. Frontage Rd, 601.693.0160
McAllister’s Gourmet Deli2684 North Hills St. , 601.693.9100534 Bonita Lakes Dr., 601.693.0966
Mugshots (Coming Soon)5101 Hwy. 493
New’s Restaurant5020 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.483.9051
O’Charley’s Restaurant539 Bonita Lakes Dr., 601.482.6505
Okatibbee Creek Fish Camp10121-A Centerhill Martin Rd., 601.737.2051
Ole Farm Beef House2115 Hwy. 39 N., 601.482.5444
OUTBACK Steakhouse 111 South Frontage Rd., 601.485.3447
Pappy’s BBQHwy. 39 N., 601.553.8464
Penn’s Fish & Chicken107 US Hwy. 11 & 80
Queen City Truck Stop Restaurant5502 North Frontage Rd., 601.482.0259
Raising Canes2625 North Hills St.
Rib Shack818 18th Ave., 601.483.9077
Ryan’s Steak House207 South Frontage Rd., 601.482.6700
The Checker Board2223 South Frontage Rd., 601.581.1039
The Depot Café1901 Front St., 601.484.6041
Seafood and Chicken Express3010 8th St., 601.483.8700
Squealer’s Hickory Smoked Barbecue409 Great River Dr. , 601.693.0910832 Hwy. 19 N. Suite 540, 601.483.2727
Village Kitchen6648 North Hills St., 601.485.7422Waffle HouseI-20 Hwy. 45 Bypass, 601.482.82821208 Roebuck Dr., 601.483.8630
Western Sizzlin1100 North Frontage Rd., 601.693.3972The Wing Shack2516 8th St., 601.483.0676
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Cameron’s Diner4609 5th St., 601.693.1866
Cater’s Cafe400 22nd Ave., 601.286.3196
Cater’s Market3201 Hwy. 493, 601.482.5515
Chicken Basket903 Front St. Ext.
Chili’s Grill and Bar105 South Frontage Rd., 601.482.3280
Circle S Ranch Fish House5301 Clarence Harris Rd., Lauderdale, 601.632.0022
Cracker Barrel & Old Country Store609 US Hwy. 11& 80, 601.482.3003
The Daily Grind4820 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.485.8099
Deli on Fifth2211 5th St., 601.483.3354
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit103 South Frontage Rd., 601.483.3805
Dobi’s Ragin’ CajunBroadmoor Shopping Ctr., 601.282.5876
Great American Grill at Hilton Garden Inn109 US Hwy. 11 & 80, 601.485.3506
Homestyle Honeybaked Ham103 South Frontage Rd., Ste. 202, 601.693.7244
DiningDining
Seafood . PoBoys . Gumbo . GatorRed Beans . Etouffee
Sports Bar . Kids Menu . CateringGumbo & Red Beans sold by the Quart.
READER’S CHOICE BEST HAMBURGER IN MERIDIAN!
Hours:Mon. 4p-9p, Tues.-Fri. 11a-2p/4:30p-9p,
Sat. 11a-9pBar - Mon. 4p-Until, Tues.-Fri. 4:30p-9pSat. 11a-Until. Happy Hour Daily4:30-7
26(Subway cont...)5211 Dale Drive601-626-01009111 Hwy. 19 North601-483-91272445 North Hills Street601-693-08902400 Hwy. 19 North/InsideWal-Mart601-485-41232020 North Frontage Road601-632-004775Will Garrett Road
Taco Bell601-485-609195 South Frontage Road601-693-53964821 8th Street601-485-35552106 North Hills Street
The Daily Grind601-485-80994820 Poplar Springs Drive
Waffle House601-482-8282I-20 & Hwy. 45 Bypass601-483-86301208 Roebuck Drive
A Meridian Musical Note Native son, Steve Forbert topped the
charts with “Romeo’s Tune” but continues to be a prolific writer and
performer today.
A Meridian Musical Note The co-founder of Dr. Hook & the Medicine
Show, George Cummings, hails from Meridian. The group’s caricature was on the cover of The Rolling Stone magazine
in 1972.
Sonic Drive Inn3122 8th St.2449 North Hill St.2224 Hwy 19 N.Subway1910 Hwy 19 N.1729 Hwy 39 N.5211 Dale Dr.9111 Hwy 19 N.2445 North Hills St.2400 Hwy. 19 North/Inside Wal-Mart 2020 North Frontage Rd.75 Will Garrett Rd.
Taco Bell95 South Frontage Rd.4821 8th St.2106 North Hills St.
The Cookie StoreBonita Lakes Mall
Wendy’s642 22nd Ave.3105 8th St.2705 North Hills St.
Specialty & Fine DiningThe Hungry Heifer1310 14th St., 601.483.2509
Olive Garden107 South Frontage Rd., 601.693.3075
Red Lobster Restaurant201 South Frontage Rd., 601.483.9194
The Rustler5915 Old Hwy. 80 W., 601.693.6499
Weidmann’s Restaurant210 22nd Ave., 601.581.5770
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Fast FoodArby’s1400 N Frontage Rd
Backyard Burgers2322 Hwy 19
Bumper’s Drive-in1218 N. Frontage Rd
Burger King2100 N. Frontage Rd4825 8th St
Captain D’s Seafood505 22nd Ave.
Chick-Fil-A109 South Frontage Rd.
Church’s Chicken3325 8th St.
Dairy Queen2129 Hwy. 39 N.
Hardee’s2128 North Frontage Rd.140 52nd St.
Kentucky Fried Chicken3125 8th St.1804 North Frontage Rd.2437 North Hills St.
Long John Silvers/A&W1601 South Frontage Rd.
McDonald’s213 NAS Meridian720 Hwy. 19 N.1736 North Frontage Rd.516 Hwy. 19 S.1733 2nd St./Inside Wal-Mart2104 North Hills St.
Mr. Rogers Hamburgers1300 23rd AveHwy 19 N.
Popeye’s Chicken & Biscuits700 Bonita Lakes Dr.828 Hwy. 19 N.
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From Meridian, MS, take Interstate 20/59 East. Exit at Kewanee Exit (#169). Take right at exit and go to Simmons-Wright General Store and take left on Kewanee Road. Go 2 miles and take right on Clarence Harris Road. Ranch will be on left. SH1254
HARVEY and PATTY SWEARINGEN5300 Clarence Harris Road
Lauderdale, MS 39335
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Jean’s RestaurantDown Home Cooking
If it’s not on the Menu,
You must not need it.
2114 Front Street • Meridian
601.482.2348
A Meridian Musical Note Meridianite Chris Etheridge, a bass
guitarist, co-wrote several songs with Gram Parsons and has done session
work with Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Leon Russell and Randy
Newman to name a few! Having toured with Willie Nelson, he had a small part
in the movie “Honeysuckle Rose.”
Don Waldron’s Mr. Discount Drugs4832 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.483.3784 www.justgottohaveit.com
Dream It820 22nd Ave., 601.484.6133
Glitz and Glamour2552 North Hills St., 601.485.9050
Harry Mayer, Inc.3129 Hwy. 39 N., 601.693.1135 www.harrymayerclothier.com
Joyces ETC607 22nd Ave., 601.693.6446
June’s Specialties716 23rd Ave., Meridian, 601.485.9769
LaBiche Jewelry2212 8th St., 601.693.6071
Lauderdale County Farm Supply and Gift Shoppe49th Ave. S., 601.483.3363
Loeb’s2209 Front St., 601.482.4004www.loebsclothing.comLittle Acre7726 Hwy 493, 601.681.8880Marion Gift Shop3700 Hwy. 39 N 601.482.2111
Miss Priss4808 Great River Dr. Ste. C, 601.483.4411
Marshall Florist1525 23rd Ave, 601.483.4538
Meridian Underground Music Exchange2220 8th St., 601.485.1363
NBS Name Brand Shoes 2116 N. Frontage Rd. Cloverleaf Shopping Center, 601.693.3761
Pink Blush 2400 North Hills St., Ste. A, 601.483.4439
Pink Nellie302 23rd Ave, 601.513.0882
ANTIQUESAntique Mall of Meridian1411 Roebuck Dr., 601.483.4683www.antique-mall.com
Hwy. 45 N. Flea Market7890 Hwy. 45 N, 601.679.7777
Penny’s Little Flea Market, Antiques and Collectibles7972 Hwy 45 N., Marion, 601.679.7733Red Porch Barn2631 A St., 601.693.9838
ART
Cartmell Gallery3283 Buntin Gunn Rd., 601.681.4246www.gregcartmell.com
K. Fulton Art & Frame2000 Front St., 601.693.0024
Meridian Artists Co-op2500 North Hills St., 601.693.8356 www.meridianartistscoop.org
Lucas Rd. Art Gallery2211 5th St., Ste. 105, 601.483.0028
MallsBonita Lakes Mall 1210 Bonita Lakes Circle, 601.693.4960www.bonitalakesmall.com
Meridian Crossroads 133 South Frontage Rd.
Specialty & Gift ShopsAnderson’s Pharmacy2024 15th St., 601.483.4221
Bambino Children’s Shop501 23rd Ave., 601.693.5253
Belle G2626 North Hills St., 601.482.3553
Bonnie Jeans for Children2626 North Hills St., 601.483.337
Custom Frame and Gift4900 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.483.5595
100 Wings$49.99
Limited Walk-In Available • Please Pre-order
601.483.06762516 8th Street
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Mix-Em Up!
Hot, Barbecue, Lemon Pepper, Spicy, Fried,Bacon Cheddar, Mild, Baked, Hawaiian Style, Sweet &
Sour, Soy, Teriyaki, Cheesy, Garlic, and Honey Mustard
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ShoppingShopping
103 South Frontage Rd. Meridian, MS 39301 601.483.3805dickeys.com
Hwy 19 South
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AirMeridian Regional Airport 2811 Hwy. 11 S. Exit 150, 601.482.0364 www.meridianairport.com
Delta Connection: Atlantic Southeast Airlines601.485.3165 or 800.221.1212Offers 3 flights per day to Atlanta
Meridian Airport Authority601.693.7282, Aircraft Rental, Service & Maintenance
BusMeridian Coach and Travel, Inc.9720 Robinson-Thomas Rd., 601.737.4555 or 601.917.2808. Charter Bus Travel
Diamond Shuttle 655 Conehatta St., 601.482.0054 Charter Bus Travel
Greyhound Bus Lines 1915 Front St., 601.693.1663 Fare & Schedule 800.231.2222Located at Union Station.
Meridian Public Transit System601.693.6904, Trolley Rental
Car RentalAnytime Auto Rental 1019 Grand Ave., 601.693.4131
Auto Rentals Inc.2811 U.S. Hwy. 11 S., 601.485.4774
AVIS Rent-a-Car601.483.7144 or 800.831.2847 Located at Meridian Airport.
Enterprise Rent-a-Car2012 Hwy. 39, 601.483.5078 or 800.831.2847 Harrison & Son Rent-a-Car 273 Springhill Rd., 601.485.3998
Hertz Rent-a Car601.485.4774, Located at Meridian Airport.
John O’Neil Johnson Toyota2900 Hwy. 39 N., 601.485.1620
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Plant the Earth7802 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.485.7030
Point Rexall Drug and Gifts2127 24th Ave., 601.483.3367
Reflections of the Modern Garden3700 Hwy. 39 N., 601.482.2111 www.reflectionsmeridian.com
Sam’s Fashions2301 5th St., Meridian, 601.693.2731
Saxon’s Flowers and Gifts900 23rd Ave., 601.693.6734www.saxonsflowers.com Soft Shoe Co.2400 North Hills St., 601.485.2922
South of the Border 4300 Poplar Springs Dr., 601.483.7707
Southern Accents And Gifts 4521 35th Ave, 601.482.5200
Sparkle2218 5th St., 601.482.5809
The Southern Sportsman1724 Front St., 601.693.4111
The Bible Bookstore820 23rd Ave, 601.693.5966
The Liberty Shop404 22nd Ave., 601.693.5331
The Peanut Gallery4803 29th Ave., 601.693.7181
The Spotted Pony Boutique133 South Frontage Rd., Ste 110A, 601.483.6040www.spottedponyonline.com
Twinkles Specialties for ChildrenHwy 39 N. Suite B, 601.696.7100
World of Flowers1517 24th Ave., 601.482.1767www.worldofflowersmeridian.com
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Join us in our home For Afternoon Tea
And an Ongoing Dialogue regarding The Restoration of All Things
(Acts 3:19-21)
The Bride Making Herself Ready(Rev. 19:6b-8)
And your part in hastening
The Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ(2 Peter 3:11-12)
601-482-8150
Please Read Your Bible...Love, Wade & Patti
Pastor Wade DemersApostle, Mt. Zion
Pastor, CCIA and his lovely wife, Patti
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HOURS: Sun-Th: 11a - 10p F & Sat: 11a - 11p 601-483-5558
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We also have the ONLY Fresh Cooking Mongolian Grill in Meridian!
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Transportation
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U-Save Auto Rental 207 B. St., 601.483.5402
LimousineExtreme Excursions, LLC601.938.7684 www.ExtremeExcursions.net
TaxisMeridian Cab Company2415 5th St., 601.693.6338 or 601.693.6339
TrainAmtrakUnion Station, 800.872.7245, 601.693.6471, 1901 Front St.
Meridian Massage
601-483-8886601-934-9493
2107 8TH STREET
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Transportation
Whatever you want, There’s a Woodstock store for you!
2305 Highway 39 N601-485-2134
1193 Bonita Lakes Cr601-484-5757
547-B Bonita Lakes Dr.601-693-3320
2301 Highway 39 N601-483-4717
www.woodstockfurniture.netfamily owned & operated since 1978
Contact Numbers
City of Meridian
Parks & Recreation 601.485.1802•Fire Dept. 601.485.1822•Police Dept. 601.485.1893•Library 601.693.6771•
Lauderdale County
Tourism 601.482.8001• Sheriff’s Dept. 601.482.9700•Archives & History 601.482.9752•
Economic DevelopmentEast. MS Business Development •
601.693.1306
A Meridian Musical Note Meridian has produced artists covering
all genres of music…opera, country,gospel, jazz, blues, soul and bluegrass. Check our website for a complete list.
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