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Choir performs for legislators

The Germantown High School Choir and Choir Director Jordan Langworthy, performed at the second-floor rotunda of the Capitol last month, as part of Lt. Governor Hosemann’s tradition of allowing students to share their talents which gives lawmakers time to reflect on the importance of the job they are at the Capitol to do. 

Magnola District plan questioned in Gluckstadt

GLUCKSTADT — A site plan for the Magnolia District approved in December was questioned during a special Wednesday meeting.

Law Enforcement Appreciation

Madison County economic development and chamber organizations are making plans for 2024 Madison County Law Enforcement Appreciation Week May 13-17.

Former NFL player tapped to lead St. Andrew’s

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School announced this week that former University of Mississippi and Tampa Bay Buccaneer football player Channing Ward has accepted the role of head football coach.

Philley to lead school curiculum

Madison County Schools announced last week Dr. Melissa Philley will serve as the district’s next Director of Curriculum and Instruction. 

Federal jury calls deemed a scam

Several people in the Southern District of Mississippi, which includes Madison County and all counties south and along I-20, reported to have received phone calls and emails with threats of prosecution for failing to appear for jury service, federal court officials announced this week. 

Man accidentally shoots himself at gas pumps

GLUCKSTADT — No charges are expected after a man accidentally shot himself in the leg at a convenience store here Sunday night.

25 years given for cocaine

A Canton man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for possession of cocaine.

Lake Caroline C-store plans withdrawn

The developer behind a controversial convenience store near Lake Caroline has withdrawn plans to allow the county to determine the zoning classification on the property. 

Angelos enjoy crawfish boils

For four years, Ryan and Arin Angelo have been hosting a regular crawfish boil Thursday through Sunday at Bayou Bugs in Gluckstadt.

Quinn turning 104

Helen Maxine Quinn will be 104 years old on April 30

Hoard graduates Fire Academy

Justin Hoard was working at a fast-food restaurant about a year ago when some Gluckstadt firefighters came in for lunch.

Interest high to create Gluckstadt Rotary Club

The Gluckstadt Rotary Club is well on its way to having a charter in about a month following a Tuesday night meeting about interest 

Horecky family to compete on Family Feud show

A dentist, his wife, and their three daughters will compete Friday night on the nationally televised game show Family Feud.

Seventeen-year-old Brooke Bumgarner of Madison was crowned Miss Mississippi's Teen 2023 — winning over $5,000 in cash scholarship assistance — following a weekend of showcasing talen, interview skills and community service achievements. 

Proclaims Law Enforcement Week

The Madison County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution proclaiming May 13-17, 2024, as Madison County Law Enforcement Appreciation Week. 

Johnston serves as Senate Page

Caroline Rose Johnston of Ridgeland recently served as a page for the Mississippi Senate. 

Performs at The Blake

Joyful Noise from First Baptist Church Flora recently went to The Blake in Ridgeland to sing and reminisce with the senior residents. 

Hart, Worthy inducted into Hall of Fame

Two Madison County natives were inducted into the Holmes Community College Sports Hall of Fame last week

Harrison named assistant superintendent

Madison County Schools recently announced that Jay Harrison will serve the district as an Assistant Superintendent. For 25 years Harrison has worked in the education profession, serving as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, and currently as the Director of Operations for Madison County Schools.

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