By Jim Dawson. This history covers the community from its early days in the 1840's (old Whynot), delves into how Whynot got its name, and covers school, churches and early settlers. Included are a general history, boyhood memories of the writer, and other information, as well as pictures. 136 pgs + index

By Jim Dawson. This volume covers families of Whynot, both early and later arrivals. Some 100 families covered, some very briefly, and some quite extensively. The author explores the connections of many families and follows them through humorous episodes as well as times of sadness and grief. The two-volume history is the product of four years' research. 330 pgs + index

 By Mary Ellen White. Covers the first 100 years of the Pine Springs Community, and includes numerous photos. The author spent five years in the preparation of this excellent narrative. It offers information on the families of Pine Springs, general history, school matters, churches, and much more. 292 pgs 

By Patricia L. Davis. Gives early history, land, school, churches and general history (with pictures). 156 pgs

By Jim Dawson. Numerous photos. 88 pgs

Collection of oral interviews by Meridian Community College Students of local people's memories of growing up in the depression era, and the civil rights activities of the 1960's.

An overview, narrative of Lauderdale County, a collaborative effort of columnist Nan Fairley & Jim Dawson. The publication features more than 150 photographs of historic interest, as well as maps, drawings, and more. Hardbound

The journal of Dr. Jacob Perry Welch of Alamucha, Lauderdale County, MS. Farm and family history, observations concerning Confederate and Union activities in the area during the Civil War. 143 pgs

Abstracted Articles from “The Meridian Star” about Key Field Base During World War II

 A collected history of the area from families, businesses, and churches. 406 pages + Index and an Addendum on the Mayatt Family that is not included in the  index.

By Jim Dawson, on Old Magnolia, Old Marion, the Confederate Orphans' Home at Lauderdale, the Vance's, Aunt Muggie Warbington, and the Marion Riot of 1881. 74 pgs

A history compiled by Jim Dawson. Many of those who had ties to the county's first brick school brought out old treasured photos of teachers and students, to share with friends through publication of this volume, which also reprints extracts from "A Girl Graduate's Journal of 1929." 50 pgs

Focuses on six real estate properties where the movers and shakers spent the leisure hours and raised their families. 60 pgs

 By Betty Lawrence, and expanded by Thomas U. Lawrence. Gives information regarding the resort, orphanages, and cemeteries located in Lauderdale Springs, Mississippi. 198 pgs.

 By Fred Edmiston.  The saga of Lauderdale County’s early settlers from through the War Between the States. 1830-1865.  421 pages. 

 By Fred Edmiston. The story of Meridian before America’s entry into World War II until 1945. Contains many recollections of the Author.  An Excellent local history. 328 pages.

A short biography of James Hamilton Keeton, the pilot who flew the second Curtiss Robin Airplane that brought fuel to the "Ole Miss" during the Key Brothers Endurance Flight of 1935. (Released May 2010)