2026 Memorial Day Ceremony & America250 Exhibit

MEDIA ADVISORY Contact: Kim Cooper                                                                          FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Phone: (601) 856-7113                                                                      May 13, 2026   CEREMONY IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY & AMERICA250 EXHIBIT TO BE HELD AT RIDGELAND CITY HALL WHO:              Chaplain David Morris; Honorable Gene McGee, Mayor of Ridgeland; Brigadier General Joe Hargett (ret.); Ridgeland Board of Aldermen; National Guard Band; Historical Society …

City of Ridgeland Unveiled the Eco Park at Freedom Ridge

RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland hosted a ribbon cutting event at Freedom Ridge Park on May 11 to unveil the new Eco Park. This transformative initiative was designed to enhance both environmental sustainability and outdoor recreation. The new park includes a scenic loop trail around the Purple Creek Basin. This new trail expands …

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Keep Ridgeland Beautiful Receives Statewide Recognition

RIDGELAND, MS – Keep Ridgeland Beautiful (KRB), the City of Ridgeland’s beautification committee, was recently honored during the Annual Keep Mississippi Beautiful Awards Luncheon. Keep Ridgeland Beautiful member Ginger Cocke received the 2026 Pat Fordice Award, one of the organization’s highest honors. Presented annually by Keep Mississippi Beautiful, the award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional …

City of Ridgeland Announces Worth A Listen Initiative

RIDGELAND MS – The Ridgeland Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC), in collaboration with Killebrew Psychological Services and Essential Touchstones, is proud to announce the launch of “WORTH A LISTEN,” a student-led mental health awareness initiative focused on education, increasing access to resources, and reducing stigma among young people. The Ridgeland Mayor’s Youth Council is comprised of …

City of Ridgeland Appointee for Water Authority Board

RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Forster, City Engineer, as its representative on the newly established Metro Jackson Water Authority Board. Forster will serve as a member-at-large, appointed by Mayor Gene McGee and confirmed by the Board of Aldermen. The Metro Jackson Water Authority, created through …

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Superstar Seniors 2026 May Newsletter

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