Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg community members gathered today to honor those killed on 9/11; the event brought residents together to reflect on the loss and celebrate their enduring unity.

The new film 'By Any Means' uses civil rights leader Vernon Dahmer’s 1966 death in Mississippi to follow FBI agent Wayne and mob enforcer Greg Scarpa, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plus Mark Wahlberg.

Director Elegance Bratton said the film aims to spark discussion about justice and legacy.

The Hattiesburg Zoo will host Zoo Boo, a Halloween celebration from 6-9 p.m. on Oct.

9-10, 16-17, and 23-30, with animal encounters, rides, and costumed fun. Tickets cost $15 online before 5 p.m. and $17 at the gate + advance purchase is recommended.

The Laurel Food Truck Festival returns as representatives preview event highlights during an interview with Trey.

Festival attendees can expect a mix of local food trucks & vendors gathering soon in Laurel.

Gas prices in Mississippi are rising as local stations list regular gas around $3.80, with some pricing between $3.70 and $3.89.

Prices have increased five cents since yesterday and nearly 15 cents since last week (following national trends).

Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning investigated a network security incident that affected Office of Student Financial Aid services yesterday.

External cybersecurity professionals were engaged to check if any confidential data was compromised while systems were being restored.

Fall migration of ruby-throated hummingbirds is underway as millions fly south; Mississippi State University released a graphic based on 15 years of bird-watchers reports to show peak times statewide.

Hattiesburg residents are advised to keep feeders ready this season.

Jeff Hammond, a retired Army general from Hattiesburg who once worked at the Pentagon, recalls his close escape on 9/11 + he now directs USM’s Center for Military Veterans to share his vivid memories.

Southern Miss will face Auburn tomorrow (Sept.

12) at 6:45 p.m. CT on SEC Network as QB Ethan Hampton seeks to break the SEC win drought dating back to 2016. His upset win in 2024 at Notre Dame may inspire the Golden Eagles to challenge Auburn’s elite defense.