Get ready to go unplugged Meridian! The city is encouraging everyone to put down the electronics and get outside this upcoming week!

April 25-30th Meridian City is encouraging its residents to unplug their electronics, get outside, be active, and play! Don't worry about being bored though, the city is providing plenty of free activities to get you off the couch including a scavenger hunt, soccer, and a theater class!

Meridian City says the obesity rate in kids ages 6-11 has quadrupled in the past 30 years and that statistic has encouraged their residents to become more active. For a list of free activities and more on Meridian's Unplug week click HERE.

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