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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.
CITY OF RIDGELAND NAMES OFFICIAL TREE IN HONOR OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland has recently designated the pecan as the Official Tree of Ridgeland in honor of the 125th anniversary. On Tuesday, July 16, during the Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting, the anniversary planning committee joined for photos to …
CITY OF RIDGELAND HELD GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR NEW WATER TANK RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland held the groundbreaking ceremony today for the South Highland Colony tank and well project. Representatives from Waggoner Engineering, Hemphill Construction, Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Gene McGee, the Board of Aldermen, Alan Hart, Director of Public Works, Pastor …
CITY OF RIDGELAND AWARDED BUILDING DEPARTMENT OF THE YEAR RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland received the Building Department of the Year Award from the Board of Directors of Building Officials Association of Mississippi (BOAM) at the Summer BOAM Conference in June. This award recognizes the extraordinary performance ofthe entire department and is based …
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RIDGELAND TENNIS CENTER UPGRADES ARE COMPLETE RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland is excited to announce the completion of several upgrades at the Ridgeland Tennis Center, one of Mississippi’s largest public tennis facilities. LED Lighting Installation: The first major project completed was the installation of new LED lighting onall of the tennis courts. This …
CITY OF RIDGELAND PROCLAIMS MAY AS BICYCLE SAFETY MONTH RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland proclaims May as Bicycle Safety Month. It is important that we provide our citizens and visitors with accessible and safe areas for cycling. WHEREAS, the bicycle is a viable and environmentally sound form of transportation, and an excellent form …
CITY OF RIDGELAND ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE125TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR CELEBRATIONS This year marks a significant milestone as the City of Ridgeland celebrates its 125th Anniversary. The Planning Committee held its kick-off meeting earlier this week to set the stage for activities that will commemorate Ridgeland’s past and celebrate the bright future ahead. Here are …
CITY OF RIDGELAND POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES NEW SMARTPHONE APP RIDGELAND, MS – The City of Ridgeland Police Department is excited to announce the release of a custom smartphone application. This app will serve as an innovative way for the police department to connect with Ridgeland residents and visitors, providing information quickly and efficiently to anyone …
RIDGELAND’S CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING PROGRAM RIDGELAND, MS – The Ridgeland Recreation and Parks Department will provide a Christmas Tree Recycling Program after Christmas. You may drop your tree off at Freedom Ridge Park, located at 235 West School Street. Please follow the signs to the drop-off area. Program details: If you have any questions, please …
MAYOR GENE MCGEE APPOINTED VICE CHAIR OF NLC’S 2024 PUBLIC SAFETY ANDCRIME PREVENTION FEDERAL ADVOCACY COMMITTEE RIDGELAND, MISS. – Mayor Gene McGee was recently appointed National League of Cities Vice Chair of the 2024 Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP) Federal Advocacy Committee. In conjunction with Mayor McGee’s appointment, NLC President David Sander has designated …
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