Madison County Journal

10/11/2025

Jackson Academy earned its first win over rival Jackson Prep since 2020 on Friday night.

Read more about how the Raiders used a stifling defensive performance and strong run game to earn the win.

https://onlinemadison.com/stories/ja-defense-lifts-raiders-over-prep,160010?

Jackson Academy won a 16-7 defensive slugfest over rival Jackson Prep on Friday night, earning their first win in the series since 2020.

10/09/2025

Two Jackson teenagers have been identified as the suspects who died late last month in a car crash on I-55 that occurred while they were running from Gluckstadt Police, authorities said.

10/04/2025

Christ Covenant is off to a 4-2 start in its first full MAIS eight-man football slate.

Read more about how this year's squad is laying the foundation and building towards the program's future success in the MAIS.

https://madisoncountyjournal.com/stories/how-christ-covenants-football-program-is-building-a-winning-foundation,158797?

Christ Covenant cruised to a 60-34 over Delta Streets Academy win on Friday night and improved to 4-2 in the program’s first full varsity football season.

09/27/2025

MRA outlasted Jackson Academy in a battle of MAIS heavyweights on Friday night.

Read more about the MRA win, how they found their rhythm during the second half, and how their gauntlet of a schedule has prepared them for games like this.

https://onlinemadison.com/stories/mra-outlasts-ja-in-mais-heavyweight-battle,157636?

In what was the most highly-anticipated MAIS matchup of the year, MRA made a statement, defeating a stout Jackson Academy team 35-24 on Friday night.

09/25/2025

Federal authorities are questioning a juvenile in Adams County after Ridgeland High School was evacuated due to a bomb threat on Thursday.

09/25/2025

No charges have been filed following an investigation into an alleged sexual assault at last week’s football game, authorities said.

GLUCKSTADT- No charges have been filed following an investigation into an alleged sexual assault at last week’s football game, authorities said.

09/20/2025

Ridgeland earned their first 4-0 start since 2022 with a 48-20 win over Yazoo City on Friday night.

Read more about the five touchdown game from DK Wallace and how Todd McDaniel has this Titan program on the rise.

https://madisoncountyjournal.com/stories/ridgeland-continues-undefeated-start-over-yazoo-city,156513?

Ridgeland defeated Yazoo City 48-20 on Friday night and improved to 4-0 for the first time since 2022.

09/19/2025

EDITORIAL/Charlie Kirk's legacy | Charlie Kirk’s assassination has left a wound in the heart of our country. Yet, even in this time of sorrow, his legacy calls us not to retreat in fear or silence, but to step forward with conviction, courage, and the faith he exemplified. Kirk believed deeply in the power of young Americans and people of faith to restore and renew our nation through Christ-centered values, bold leadership, and uncompromising commitment to truth. That mission is now ours to carry forward.

Charlie Kirk’s assassination has left a wound in the heart of our country. Yet, even in this time of sorrow, his legacy calls us not to retreat in fear or silence, but to step forward with conviction, courage, and the faith he exemplified.

09/19/2025

The Madison County Coroner’s Office is investigating the death of 75-year-old Anderson Walker, Chief Deputy Coroner Joel Shows said.
“The Madison County Coroner’s Office is working with the Canton Police Department and the Office of the State Medical Examiner to determine the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Walker,” Shows said.

CANTON- Law enforcement and county officials are investigating the death of a 75-year-old man after his body was found early this morning in Canton, authorities said.

09/10/2025

The closures are set for the northbound and southbound lanes of I-55 between SR 463 (Exit 108) and Gluckstadt Rd. (Exit 112) in here. The northbound lanes will temporarily close at approximately 11 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, followed by the southbound lanes at approximately 2 a.m. on Thursday, September 11, according to a release from the MDOT.

Temporary closures are planned on I-55 in Madison County tonight, Mississippi Department of Transportation Officials say.

08/30/2025

Canton earned its first win under new head coach Dameon Brown, as they picked up a 35-28 season-opening win over rival Velma Jackson.

https://www.onlinemadison.com/stories/canton-earns-first-win-of-dameon-brown-era-over-velma-jackson,153554?

Canton held off a late comeback attempt to earn a 35-28 season-opening win over cross-county rival Velma Jackson on Friday night.

08/27/2025

Barbecue lovers, get ready! The Pig & Pint, Jackson’s go-to spot for smoky, Southern flavors and cold craft beer, is officially coming to Madison.

The Pig & Pint, Jackson’s go-to spot for smoky, Southern flavors and cold craft beer, is officially coming to Madison.