Meridian and Lauderdale County residents woke up to below zero wind chills and a thin layer of ice blanketing much of the region as a winter storm moved through the region Monday night.
State emergency officials urged residents to avoid traveling if at all possible, while schools and government offices announced closures and modified hours.
City of Meridian
City of Meridian offices are closed and garbage pickup has been suspended for Tuesday. The second regular monthly meeting of the Meridian City Council, which was scheduled for 5 p.m., has been rescheduled for 9 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18.
City Communications Director Ida Brown said Public Works crews are out applying salt to bridges and overpasses to reduce the ice buildup. Residents should still use caution, she said, as ice remains in some areas.
Town of Marion
Marion Town Hall is closed Tuesday with the second regular monthly meeting of the Board of Aldermen, which was set for 8 a.m., rescheduled for a time yet to be determined.
Lauderdale County
Lauderdale County government offices are closed Tuesday. The second regular monthly meeting of the Board of Supervisors, however, will be held at 9 a.m. as scheduled.
Meridian Public School District
Meridian Public School District schools and offices are closed Tuesday and all extracurricular activities have been cancelled.
Lauderdale County School District
Schools and office across Lauderdale County School District’s four campuses are closed Tuesday and all after-school activities have been cancelled. Students will have a late start Wednesday with classes beginning at 10 a.m.
Lamar School
Lamar School is closed Tuesday
Russell Christian Academy
Russell Christian Academy is closed Tuesday
St. Patrick Catholic School
St. Patrick Catholic School is closed Tuesday
Meridian Community College
All in-person classes are cancelled and offices are closed at Meridian Community College on Tuesday. Students are advised to check Canvas for information about their courses.
Mississippi State University Meridian
Students will begin spring semester at Mississippi State University Meridian with remote learning on Tuesday, and employees are encouraged to work remotely if possible. Students can check Canvas for information from their instructors.