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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Norfolk Southern Railroad will close the northbound lanes of State Route 13 in Lamar County for maintenance from January 6 to January 8, with detour signs in place.  WJTV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to the death of Garett Pitts, who was hit by a vehicle outside a Forrest County bar, with a focus on a prior altercation and potential contributing factors.  WDAM

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • 22 tornadoes struck Mississippi on Dec. 28, resulting in 2 deaths, injuries, and widespread damage across 18 counties, with power outages affecting thousands.  Hattiesburg American

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Mississippi Secretary of State's Office announced key dates for the 2025 municipal elections, including candidate qualifying, voter registration, and election days.  WDAM

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Mississippi Power and the U.S. Department of Energy recommend setting thermostats to 68 degrees during winter to save on energy costs.  Hattiesburg American

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Clevelands' podcast episode provides a comprehensive review of Mississippi sports in 2024 and offers insights into expectations for 2025.  Mississippi Today

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • NA Meetings in Hattiesburg

    Weekly meetings to provide support and resources for individuals dealing with drug addiction.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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