News Updates

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.

NLC 100 Cities

The City of Ridgeland Joins the National League of Cities Centennial Roadshow RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is honored to announce its participation as an official stop on the National League of Cities (NLC) Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities. This initiative is part of NLC’s year-long celebration, marking a century of commitment …

Ridgeland and Kimley-Horn Receive Award

CITY OF RIDGELAND AND KIMLEY-HORN RECEIVES AWARD FOR BEST SMALL AREA PROJECTFROM THE MISSISSIPPI AND ALABAMA CHAPTERS OF THE AMERICAN PLANNINGASSOCIATION RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland and Kimley-Horn were recently honored with the Award for Best Small Area Project by the Mississippi and Alabama Chapters of the American Planning Association for their work …

Wildflower Field and Art Park Honored With Tourism Partnership of the Year

RIDGELAND WILDFLOWER FIELD AND ART PARK HONORED WITH TOURISM PARTNERSHIP OFTHE YEAR BY MISSISSIPPI TOURISM ASSOCIATION RIDGELAND, MS –The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA) recognized the impact and accomplishments of the state’s tourism industry at the annual tourism awards program held during Governor’s Conference on Tourism at the Lake Terrace Convention Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, October …

Ridgeland History Trail

RIDGELAND UNVEILS THE HISTORY TRAIL IN HONOR OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY RIDGELAND, MS – The Historical Society of Ridgeland, in collaboration with the Ridgeland Tourism Commission and the City of Ridgeland, is proud to announce the launch of the Ridgeland History Trail. This innovative new trail allows locals and visitors to explore Ridgeland’s rich cultural …

Mayor McGee Receives Tourism Leadership Award

MAYOR GENE MCGEE RECEIVES STS GOVERNMENTAL TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARD RIDGELAND, MS – Mayor Gene McGee has recently received the prestigious Southeast TourismSociety (STS) Governmental Tourism Leadership Award. Tourism is a thriving industry in Ridgeland,Mississippi, that has grown exponentially since the creation of the Ridgeland Tourism Commission(RTC) 27 years ago, an accomplishment led by Ridgeland’s mayor, …

Friendship Park Improvements

CITY OF RIDGELAND RECREATION AND PARKS ANNOUNCES UPGRADES AT FRIENDSHIP PARK RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland Recreation and Parks is excited to announce the recent upgrades to the walking path at Friendship Park. Thanks to a grant from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Recreation Trails Program, totaling $90,000, the City …

Youth Council

CITY OF RIDGELAND LAUNCHES INAUGURAL MAYOR’S YOUTH COUNCIL RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Mayor’s Youth Council. This program aims to engage local high school students in municipal government and civic leadership. This new initiative will replace the Chamber of Commerce’s Jr. Diplomat Program and …

New Virtual History Room

CITY OF RIDGELAND LAUNCHES VIRTUAL HISTORY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY  RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is excited to announce the launch of its Virtual History Room, now available on the City’s official website. This innovative online space mirrors the physical History Room located at City Hall, offering a rich and immersive experience …

Virtual History Room

CITY OF RIDGELAND LAUNCHES VIRTUAL HISTORY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY The City of Ridgeland is excited to announce the launch of its Virtual History Room, now available on the City’s official website. This innovative online space mirrors the physical History Room located at City Hall, offering a rich and immersive experience for residents …