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The information published in Rankin Ledger's jail docket is taken directly from the jail docket available for public review at the Rankin County Jail. More

Rave raises more than $7K, awareness of teen suicide

Amidst the flashing lights, booming music and bright colors that come with a typical rave, local teens gathered to have some fun and raise money for a cause that has touched many of their lives. This year's fundraiser, coordinated and carried out by teens, raised funds to promote awareness of teen suicide. Special to Rankin Ledger

The issue of teen suicide is one that has touched almost every community, yet the stigma surrounding the issue can lead some to remain quiet. More

Glass, rope swings may be banned on Rez

Changes to several ordinances around the Ross Barnett Reservoir could be on the way, as officials look at tweaking some rules for safety concerns, and in at least one proposal, for concerns over property values. More

Deputies could get radar guns

A controversial proposal to allow sheriff departments to utilize radar guns in its daily traffic enforcement could make its way back to the state Legislature this session, thanks to Rankin County officials. More

Nomination deadline is Feb. 15 for GIVE awards

It's time to nominate a volunteer from your community for a GIVE Award. Each year, the Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service, in cooperation with the office of the governor, honors the accomplishments of Mississippians who have given exemplary volunteer service to their communities. More

Disabled children sought by districts

The Pearl School District and the Rankin County School District are participating in a statewide effort to identify, locate and evaluate children, infant through age 21, who have a disability. More

Exercise can boost your immune system

New Year's resolutions are a mainstay of January. Many find themselves fighting to stick with their new goals, though those fights tend to become less frequent as the year progresses. More

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Manager named to new Richland business More

Apply for WMA turkey hunting permit online

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks has begun accepting applications for turkey hunting on select Wildlife Management Areas. More

Docket

The information published in Rankin Ledger's jail docket is taken directly from the jail docket available for public review at the Rankin County Jail. More

Leaders consider rules for animal shelters

Rankin County supervisors are considering an ordinance that would establish space requirements and animal population limits on shelters in the county. More

Daily exercise can prevent injuries

People always know why most people work out, to look good and lose weight right? Of course we do! More

Artists to star in AIDS benefit

Several Rankin County artists will have their work featured at an annual fundraising event this year that hopes to raise more money to assist Mississippians living with HIV/AIDS. More

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Dirt pit plans raise residents' concerns

A request to create a dirt pit off of Andrew Chapel Road has some county residents upset over what they believe would be problems created by the traffic and work conducted at the site. More

Real time soil info offered

Do you have a Smartphone? Are you interested in having real time soil survey information anywhere in the lower 48 conterminous states? More

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Ronald "Buddy" McClain has been named chairman of the Greater Jackson Community Advisory Board of the American Red Cross of Mississippi. More

The Docket

The information published in Rankin Ledger's jail docket is taken directly from the jail docket available for public review at the Rankin County Jail. More

Board responds to Rhoads' comment

BRANDON - The Rankin County School Board voted unanimously Wednesday to deny a suggestion from Flowood Mayor Gary Rhoads that his city create a school district for schools located in his city's limits. More

Crime thrillers set overseas

Some of the best crime novels aren't set in America. In fact, they're in far away locales; Norway and Bangkok, to be exact. Cultures are odd, the protagonists even odder. One gumshoe is set on auto-destruct; the other walks a thin line between Buddha and chaos. More

Shelter law is being considered in county

Rankin County supervisors have decided to look into creating an animal shelter ordinance that would govern the aspects of any present or future shelters in the county. More

Flower choices for weddings symbolic

Roses symbolize love, emotion and beauty, making them appropriate for weddings. Kat Lawrence | MSU Extension Service

Of all of our activities, wedding ceremonies may be the most symbolic. Symbolism is found in everything from the rings, representing the couple's commitment of everlasting love, to who sits on which side of the church. Even the flowers used in ceremonies can be symbolic. More

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