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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.
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 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, …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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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