Meridian man attempts to conquer Mt. Everest

Meridian, Miss - A local man will attempt to climb the summit of Mt. Everest. Adam Hodges, a General Manager at Anderson Health and Fitness Center, and Founder of Ascent For A Cure will be the first Mississippian to ever attempt this feat. Hodges stated that he will bring his lifelong dream to fruition while simultaneously raising awareness for Parkinson’s Disease. Hodges and his team departed for the journey on April 11th and will be monitoring the weather and terrain for the safest path. We wish him good luck!