WTOK-TV (Meridian, MS)

WTOK-TV, operating on virtual channel 11 and VHF digital channel 13, is a television station in Meridian, Mississippi, affiliated with ABC, MyNetworkTV, and CW+. The station is owned by Gray Television, which is based in Atlanta. WTOK-TV's studios can be found on 23rd Avenue in the Mid-Town area of Meridian, while its transmitter is situated on Crestview Circle, along MS 145/Roebuck Drive, in the unincorporated region of Lauderdale County, located to the south of the city.

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State Games of Mississippi continue in the Queen City

6 days ago | wtok.com | Patrick Talbot

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Several State Games of Mississippi events were held in the Queen City on Saturday. Cycling/Time Trials kicked things off at 7 AM on Saturday, as several riders were out and about competing in the heat and humidity. For the first time, Chess was added as a competition, and multiple competitors showed up. “A lot of people don’t consider chess to be a sport. They see you sitting there and just moving pieces, but there have been biometrics measured.
According to Kemper County Sheriff James Moore, arrests were made Wednesday in a multi-agency investigation that included: the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, the Philadelphia Police Department, the Neshoba County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mississippi De

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

KEMPER COUNTY, Miss. (WTOK) -According to Kemper County Sheriff James Moore, arrests were made Wednesday in a multi-agency investigation that included: the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, the Philadelphia Police Department, the Neshoba County Sheriff’s Office, and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.
Artinis at the Museum will be held Thursday night, as this is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Meridian Museum of Art.

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Artinis at the Museum will be held June 19th from 6 pm until 8 pm, as this is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Meridian Museum of Art. This is an annual event in which the museum collects art created by local artists and sells it through a silent auction. Stacy Howell, Co-Chair for Artinis at the Museum, says that the money raised at this event will be going to the Meridian Museum of Art, as they host various programs.
the Meridian City Council approved a bid to start renovations on the house of the carousel, as it is set to begin August 1st, and will intel renovations on the windows, AC units, and much more.

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -One of Meridian’s historic carousels is about to undergo some major renovations. Tuesday evening, the Meridian City Council approved a bid to start renovations on the house of the carousel, as it is set to begin August 1st, and will intel renovations on the windows, AC units, and much more. Alongside the bid’s approval, they were also approved to apply for a Crescent grant, which covers the actual carousel itself.
On Friday, Sheriff Anthony Chancelor released information that his department had been researching body-worn cameras

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -On Friday, Sheriff Anthony Chancelor released information that his department had been researching body-worn cameras. This became a reality on Thursday, June 12th, when the first round of cameras was purchased, the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office was able to obtain 15 of the Motorola Watchguard body camera systems, thanks to the countless hours of research from Chief Deputy Billy Lewis.
Sideline View with Dale McKee

1 week ago | wtok.com | Lindsey Hall

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -The New Orleans Saints signed Clinton native Cam Akers to a one-year contract this past weekend. Akers, 26, who led Clinton to the MHSAA Class 6-A football championship in 2016, was the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year in 2016. He was a second-round draft choice of the L.A. Rams out of Florida State in 2020. The Rams won the 2021 Super Bowl as Akers played in all the postseason games. Akers battled Achilles injuries in both 2021 and 2023.
On Sunday, the Carter Foundation celebrated its 11th annual Carter Foundation Day

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -On Sunday, the Carter Foundation celebrated its 11th annual Carter Foundation Day, as many of their friends, families, and supporters gathered outside for an evening of fun, fellowship, and love. The Carter Foundation Day began as a way to promote unity in an increased time of violence, as he dedicated this year’s event to his brother. Misty Carter talks more about how it’s such a blessing to be here 11 years later.
Starting June 19th, the city of Meridian will be hosting its award-winning Juneteenth Heritage Festival Celebration Weekend with three big days of activities.

1 week ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Starting June 19th, the city of Meridian will be hosting its award-winning Juneteenth Heritage Festival Celebration Weekend with three big days of activities. Kicking things off on Thursday, June 19th, with the Juneteenth Trailblazers and Gospel Celebration will be held at the Temple Theatre starting at 7 pm. Admission is free and open to the public.
It was a fun Friday night in downtown Meridian, as residents and visitors came out to embark on the Never-Ending Summer Ale Trail.

2 weeks ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -It was a fun Friday night in downtown Meridian, as residents and visitors came out to embark on the Never-Ending Summer Ale Trail. This is a way to journey into the endless summer vibes. Participates stopped by Fare on Eighth to pick up their Ale Trail cards from 5 pm until 7 pm to enjoy brews, cocktails, mocktails, and delicious foods, and then ended the night at BrickHaus with live music included in their stops.
The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Department of Child Services, concluded a thorough two-week investigation that led to the arrest of Danielle Shanisa Brown and Donavin Marcell Nelson.

2 weeks ago | wtok.com | Diamond Paylor

CLARKE COUNTY, Miss. (WTOK)—The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Department of Child Services, concluded a thorough two-week investigation that led to the arrest of Danielle Shanisa Brown and Donavin Marcell Nelson. Nelson was taken into custody on June 9th on an outstanding warrant for the sale of a controlled substance.