MADISON — Police have instituted a new traffic pattern for entry to Madison Station Elementary from the Reunion Parkway due to construction on the campus, authorities said.

The Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet, under the artistic direction of Jennifer Beasley, will present the fairytale ballet “Alice in Wonderland” at Jackson Academy Performing Arts Center at 2 and 7 p.m. on March 23 and at 2 p.m. on March 24.

As the excitement continues to grow over big jackpots, the Mega Millions group has increased the jackpot to an estimated $893 million in advance of the drawing tonight, Tuesday, March 19.

A Madison-Ridgeland Academy graduate is the first college freshman to be awarded the Bailey Howell Trophy announced Monday by the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame.

Corey Ray, the late former School Resource Officer and PA announcer for the Madison Central Baseball team, will be honored next week with a permanent plaque on the press box a the Madison Central Baseball Stadium, Gene Wright, director of Communications for Madison County Schools, said.

We continue working through the Psalms together in Psalm 82, a Psalm about God and government. And if you looked at the title and were wondering if I had slipped a cog — no, I really did mean to title the sermon, “You Are Gods.”

A man wanted in multiple jurisdictions related to shoplifting has been arrested for suspected shoplifting in Gluckstadt, authorities say.

RIDGELAND — A virtual history room, more historical markers and an anniversary event in December are all in the plans this year to celebrate the city’s 125th anniversary.

Voter turnout in Tuesday’s Presidential primaries in Madison County was anemic, with less than 20 percent of registered voters who cast a ballot at the polls. 

GLUCKSTADT — Families with deep roots in the community announced this week they are donating land to the city for the creation of a new park. 

Three Jackson men have been arrested after leading local authorities on two multi-jurisdictional chases this weekend, one of which resulted in a police officer almost being run over by one of the fleeing vehicles, authorities say.

GLUCKSTADT — Germantown High School’s Legacy Choir swept the inaugural Athena Festival in Nashville earlier this month bringing home several accolades including the overall grand prize. 

The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Missing and Endangered notification on behalf of the Madison County Sheriff’s Department. Jayden Nichols of Canton was last seen …

On Tuesday, Madison-Ridgeland Academy announced the community phase of “Enhancing the Experience: A Campaign for MRA” seeking to raise $5,480,000 to advance the school’s mission of teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders who will impact the world for Jesus Christ.

Brunini Law Firm recently announced that R. Lane Bobo and Alston Ludwig have been selected as one of the firm’s newest Partners. 

Stacy Brantley, President, and CEO of The Citizens Bank, recently announced that Warner Cannada has joined the bank as Vice President and Regional Commercial Banker for the Metro Jackson Area.

The Rev. Caleb Cangelosi gave the opening prayer to the state House of Representatives last month.

St. Joseph Catholic School seniors Andrew Doherty and Lockard Williams have been named finalists in the 69th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

Ambassadors of the Gluckstadt Madison Business Alliance joined with Chambers nationwide to promote "Leap of Kindness Day" on Feb. 29.

DEERFIELD — Wildlife conservation volunteers and the Gluckstadt Fire Department saved two great horned owls who were blown out of their nest last week.