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Madison, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Madison! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Are your Madison power strips quietly turning into a fire hazard?
- Ridgeland teen gets 18-year sentence in Madison County robbery case
- Which Madison volleyball stars made the statewide players-to-watch list?
Also on today's calendar: Groove Fest.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 73.
- Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 95 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Madison fire officials warn of house fires linked to power strips (wlbt.com) — Madison fire officials are warning residents that plugging heavy appliances into power strips has already sparked two house fires in the city this summer. They urge homeowners to plug refrigerators and similar appliances directly into wall outlets, buy UL-listed strips, and watch for overheating, scorch marks, or burning smells to prevent future fires. 
2. Teen sentenced to 18 years for armed robbery (onlinemadison.com) — A Ridgeland 19-year-old has been sentenced to 18 years in state prison after pleading guilty in Madison County Circuit Court to robbing the Sonic on Highway 51. Investigators tied him to the January holdup using a DMV waiting ticket, surveillance footage, and items recovered from his home and workplace.
3. Top Mississippi high school volleyball players to watch for 2026 MHSAA, MAIS season (clarionledger.com) — Madison volleyball fans can watch local standouts like Harper Bradshaw and Caroline McIntyre at Madison Central, plus Emerson Dorr and Gabi Strickland at Madison-Ridgeland Academy, as the 2026 high school season gets underway. These players are among Mississippi’s top returners, bringing big kill, dig, and ace numbers into a fresh run at state titles.
4. Tour the five priciest houses in the Jackson area (clarionledger.com) — High-end homebuyers are increasingly looking to Madison County, where three of the Jackson metro’s five priciest current listings are located and median prices far exceed neighboring counties. The piece spotlights multimillion-dollar estates in Ridgeland and Jackson, underscoring Madison County’s growing reputation as a luxury housing destination.
📸 Around Madison
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Will Wesley →
McB's Bar & Grill, 815 Lake Harbour Dr, Ridgeland
6:00 pm
Thursday August 13
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Other local events
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Groove Fest →
Duling Hall Live Music & Events, 622 Duling Ave Ste 206, Jackson
8:00 pm -
Laugh Therapy: The Comedy Experience →
Thalia Mara Hall, 255 E Pascagoula St, Jackson
8:00 pm
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
📣 Madison Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Forest Hill at Ridgeland*
Forest Hill High School Ridgeland, MS (Ridgeland High School)
5:00 pm -
Germantown at Murrah*
Murrah High School
5:30 pm -
Raymond at Callaway*
Callaway High School
5:30 pm -
Provine at Jim Hill
Jim Hill High School
5:30 pm -
Lanier at McComb
Lanier High School McComb, MS (McComb High School)
5:30 pm -
Forest Hill at Callaway*
Forest Hill High School Callaway High School
5:30 pm -
School Board Meeting
Academic Options Center Central Office
5:00 pm -
Raymond at Forest Hill
Forest Hill High School
5:30 pm -
Callaway at Provine
Callaway High School Provine High School
5:30 pm
Thursday August 6
Friday August 7
Monday August 10
Tuesday August 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone have a robot lawn mower I am thinking of getting one for my front yard.
If so what kind do you have and what do you like and not like about it. Guess my question is does it do a good job and is it worth it my front… (Nextdoor Grayhawk) - Iron Paws vs Better Wild
Any have experience using either product for dogs itching & paw licking?? (Nextdoor Sandalwood)
- Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Madison. Apply here.
- Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Merchandising Part Time Days in Madison. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Madison here.
Ok Madison! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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