Madison Alderman Warren Strain has died

Madison Alderman Warren Strain has died, WLBT is reporting.

Madison County added to mandatory mask order

Madison is among seven new counties requiring a face covering and social gatherings until Nov. 11.

Suspect in fatal Canton drive through shooting arrested

CANTON - One male is in custody following a shooting in the McDonald's drive-through that occurred Wednesday evening that left one dead and three in critical condition, one of which is a 13-year-old.

News

Reservoir development underway Expedition Point, a residential development under construction on the Ross Barnett Reservoir at Brown's Landing, has a Spring 2021 competition date, developers have announced.

Shaw turns project into published book What started as an idea for a fun project turned into a successfully published children’s book for Allison Shaw of Madison.

Christmas light show cancelled MADISON — The famous Richardson Light Show has been cancelled this year due to Hoy Road construction.

Supes OK landfill needs assessment Madison County supervisors pivoted on Monday to move forward with a solid waste needs assessment that could possibly open the door for a third landfill in the county after previously denying such a study.

Editorials

EDITORIAL/Josiah Coleman for justice Supreme Court Justice Josiah Coleman has proven his commitment to the rule of law, the separation of powers, and restraining government overreach and protecting the liberty of citizens.

EDITORIAL/Kenny Griffis for justice Supreme Court Justice Kenny Griffis brought with him to the state’s high court 16 years of experience on the Mississippi Court of Appeals where he served as Chief Judge.

BUCHANAN/Can America do it all? In fiscal year 2020, which ended on Sept. 30, the U.S. government set some impressive new records.

Features

Sally Busby to wed Zachary Sanders Dec. 12, 2020 Sally Busby and Zachary Sanders met in middle school and have been friends ever since. She sat with him on the school bus. They were friends and neighbors growing up in Flora.

Sachika Braka Denham to wed Jogene Shelton Hand III Oct. 17 Mrs. Hema Denham of Ocean Springs, announces the engagement of her daughter, Sachika Braka Denham to Jogene Shelton Hand III, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jogene Shelton Hand Jr. of Natchez.

Lauren Olivia Benoit to wed Tyler Austin McKinzie in Oct. Ronnie and Lorena Tompkins of Madison along with Tim and Alana Benoit of Maurice, Louisiana, announce the engagment of their daughter Lauren Olivia Benoit to Tyler Austin McKinzie, son of Jim and Melissa Sherwood of Brandon and Steve and Sarah McKinzie of West Point.

Obituaries

Derwood Ray Boyles

Derwood Ray Boyles was promoted into Glory on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. He was born on March 20, 1928, to Silas Boyles and Lurline … Read More

May Gannon Malone Allen

May Gannon Malone Allen., 97, of Madison, Mississippi, died Saturday October 3, 2020 at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in … Read More

Lee Sharron Daniel Cauthen

Lee Sharron Daniel Cauthen, 77, of Madison passed away October 2, 2020. Read More

LATEST NEWS

Madison woman credits urgent vet care It was a terrifying night for Madison’s Beverley Henley when she realized her dog wasn’t eating or drinking and was unable to walk.

Voting precincts different from prior elections Madison County voters can expect a variety of changes this election including a change of venue for two precincts.

Madison County Business League & Foundation Board of Directors announced The 2020-2021 Madison County Business League & Foundation Board of Directors is:

6 plead guilty for role in 2019 Ridgeland drive-by murder RIDGELAND — Six men were charged in connection with a June 2019 drive-by shooting at a basketball court here that claimed the life of a Madison man.

OTHER NEWS

Hoy Road construction scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 15 MADISON- Construction begins today on the multi-step, 18 month, $9 million Hoy Road improvement project.

Horror movie being filmed in Canton CANTON — A must-watch for horror fans is being filmed here.

Chicken Salad Chick opening Oct. 20 MADISON — Chicken Salad Chick, a fast-casual restaurant concept, will open its doors here next Tuesday with a grand opening celebration where the first 100 guests will receive free chicken salad for a year. Other giveaways are scheduled for the rest of the week to celebrate the launch.

Court grants Ridgeland annexation Ridgeland officials can move forward with the annexation of land just west of town that includes a proposed landfill barring an appeal. Mayor Gene F. McGee said that he was pleased …

Gluckstadt grocery in the works GLUCKSTADT — A new grocery store is planned for the growing community, officials announced recently.

Cities tackle Halloween amid COVID-19 As the traditional day draws near, local officials are setting across various cities in Madison Couty are setting their own standards for the seasonal tradition.

Speed limit to increase on Lake Harbour bridge RIDGELAND — Aldermen last week voted to increase the speed limit on the new Lake Harbour extension bridge over Interstate 55 from 35 m.p.h to 40 m.p.h.

McAlister’s coming to County Line Road RIDGELAND — An old bank building on County Line Road will be torn down to make way for a new McAlister’s Deli location.

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