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If you are a resident of the City of Ridgeland, you already know! We simply have more here! Families and individuals thrive in Ridgeland with the benefits of award-winning schools, premier shopping, fine dining, abundant outdoor recreational amenities, and plenty of festivals and cultural events. All of our residents enjoy a convenient location in the metro area, access to a scenic park, the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 33,000-acre lake, the Ross Barnett Reservoir, and an extensive walking and biking trail system.
See Full Release CITY OF RIDGELAND RECOGNIZES AND CELEBRATES AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY RIDGELAND, MS — The City of Ridgeland is proud to join communities across the nation in recognizing and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, also known as America250. In 2026, the nation will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of …
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See Full Release Ridgeland, MS — Work is steadily moving forward on the City of Ridgeland’s newest fire stationand training facility. This major project will strengthen the City’s emergency responsecapabilities for years to come. The site, located at 572 North Livingston Road next to the City’swater tank at the corner of Livingston Road and Walter …
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Click here for details RIDGELAND FIRE DEPARTMENT CREATES NEW PATHWAYS FOR VETERANSTHROUGH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM RIDGELAND, MS – The Ridgeland Fire Department (RFD), led by a veteran who knows firsthand the meaning of service, is opening new doors for those who have served in the armed forces. Guided by a deep understanding of what it means …
RIDGELAND, MS — The City of Ridgeland hosted its inaugural Pecan Festival at Freedom Ridge Park on Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Close to 2,000 residents and visitors came together to enjoy a day filled with craftsmen booths, live artist demonstrations, food trucks, a farmers market, a pecan dessert showcase, live …
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RIDGELAND, MS — The City of Ridgeland held a groundbreaking ceremony this morning for its newest fire station and training center, marking a significant investment in public safety, preparedness, and community resilience. Mayor Gene McGee, Fire Chief Jonathan Posey, members of the Board of Aldermen, local officials, firefighters, first responders, and community leaders gathered at …
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RIDGELAND, MS — The City of Ridgeland is proud to announce a remarkable milestone: more than 36 consecutive years without an increase in the City’s millage rate. This achievement reflects Ridgeland’s strong financial stewardship, a vibrant and growing business community, and healthy ad valorem revenues that have sustained growth without additional burden on taxpayers. “It’s …
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RIDGELAND, MS – The Mississippi Municipal League (MML) honored the 2025 Municipal Excellence Awards Winners at the 94th Annual MML Conference Award Luncheon held in Biloxi, Mississippi, at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. The Excellence Awards program, which began in 1993, recognizes cities that utilize innovative problem-solving, excellence …
CITY OF RIDGELAND ANNOUNCES NEW FIRE CHIEF AND HONORSCHIEF MATT BAILEY FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is proud to welcome Jonathan Posey as the new Fire Chief of the Ridgeland Fire Department. Posey has been with the department since 2015, serving in key roles as a firefighter, sergeant, …
CITY OF RIDGELAND ANNOUNCES NEW CITY CLERK AND HONORSPAULA TIERCE FOR HER YEARS OF SERVICE RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is pleased to announce that Angela Richburg will assume the role of City Clerk on July 1. Richburg brings a wealth of experience in municipal finance and administration, having most recently served as …
