Community members remember Nolan Wells and call for more transparency from investigation at Ocean Springs p...
On Saturday, people crowded around the intersection of Government and State streets to call out one name: Nolan Wells.
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Blood Bowl 2026: 76-year-old Marion County man donates to Vitalant every 2 weeks
76-year-old Jiles Grice visits Vitalant in Hattiesburg every 2 weeks to give platelets.
Jeff Davis Youth Football & Cheer Kids gather for Fun/Signing Day
The players registered for the team as if they were playing on a collegiate level, or even with the pros. JDC Youth Football & Cheer Secretary Cassie Alexander says this was a great way to pour back into the...
Gulfport woman admits to ‘unnatural’ acts with dog, charged for child porn, police say
Micheryl Jacuise Evette Thomas is charged with one count of unnatural intercourse and one count of possession of child pornography.
Independent autopsy results in the Nolan Wells case are expected to be released today
Results from an independent autopsy in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells are expected to be released Friday.
3rd annual Education & Health Fair to be held in Columbia Saturday
The third annual Education & Health Fair will be held Saturday at the Marion County Businessplex from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Plato’s Closet holds back-to-school sale for upcoming school year
There will be a variety of clothes, shoes, and purses to choose from, featuring brands such as Lululemon, Coach, Michael Kors, and Kate Spade.
Local food pantry witnesses increase in mouths to feed during the summer
Bags and boxes have been rolling out of the Edwards Street Fellowship Center over the past two months.
Local eatery discusses social media impact after food reviewer’s visit creates boom in business
Lawrence Greene recently made several stops in the Pine Belt, including Marco’s Chicken & Waffles in Hattiesburg. Co-owner Demarco Baker said they’ve sold out each day since Greene’s visit on Tuesday.
McCarty Center kicks off Toys for Tots campaign with ‘Christmas in July’ at Chain Park
The Oseola McCarty Youth Development Center hosted a first-ever 'Chistmas in July' event at Chain Park Saturday.
Dozens of families get free school supplies, health screenings at annual Marion Education and Health Fair
The third annual Marion County Education & Health Fair was held at the Marion County Businessplex Saturday.
‘Not just about animal welfare’: Lamar County residents start petition for animal control unit
A recent animal cruelty investigation is drawing attention to the lack of animal control in Lamar County.
Keg & Barrel unites people of different cultures during World Cup watch party
Osiel Garcia says he loves when the world cup season comes around, because it creates a sense of unity within the area. “I work at a barber shop, and me and my brother work there, we’re the only Hispanic...
Hot and humid weather is expected this week
Partly sunny skies are in the forecast today with a 30% chance of an isolated shower or thunderstorm.
From sales to storage: What happens to unsold fireworks?
Most unsold consumer fireworks are stored for the next selling season rather than discarded, according to local fireworks retailer Brandon Bullock.
Oak Park Alumni reunion continues with luncheon, tailgate party
The National Oak Park High School Alumni Association is holding its 24th biennial homecoming reunion in Laurel this weekend.
Laurel Veterans Museum hosts America 250 birthday party
The America 250 celebration featured birthday cake, hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream and activities like a dunking booth.
Paul B. Johnson Park celebration draws big crowd for America’s 250th Independence Day
Families were grilling, food trucks were serving, and folks were skiing in the Geiger Lake. People of all ages were welcome to come with an $5 admission fee for folks ages six and up.
Longleaf Trace Board Members hold meeting to hear concerns about water fountain removal
Board members say the fountains were removed due to how they were being treated. However, some feel that everyone who uses the Longleaf Trace should not be left without access to water while they are running...
Memorial service held for Forrest Co. investigator killed in motorcycle accident
Funeral services were held Friday for Forrest County Sheriff's Office investigator Andretta English, who died June 28 after being involved in a motorcycle accident.
Hot and humid for your Independence Day
Independence Day will be hot and humid with highs in the mid 90s. Skies will be partly cloudy with a few pop-up showers during the afternoon hours.
USM, Army, Air Force ROTC programs create new pathway for cadets seeking nursing degrees
Southern Miss and its Army and Air Force ROTC programs have partnered to create a new pathway for cadets to get nursing degrees at USM.
New Mississippi laws take effect July 1, including juvenile court changes, death penalty for sexual battery
‘Effective July 1st’: It’s a phrase we’ve heard over and over. Now, that date is here.
ADP Leadership Pinebelt launches program to help Hub City students facing laundry poverty
A local leadership group is raising funds to provide prepaid laundromat cards for Hattiesburg High School students in need, aiming to remove barriers and restore dignity through access to clean clothing.