Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Locals in Hattiesburg enjoyed a traditional New Year's Day meal at Keg & Barrel on Jan.

1, a longstanding community event featuring a set menu of fried chicken, mashed potatoes, cornbread, and more. The event draws regulars and newcomers alike, making it one of the restaurant's busiest days.

A local eatery is maintaining a long-standing tradition by serving its New Year’s menu that features classic dishes known to bring neighbors together.

Customers are welcome to enjoy these familiar flavors as part of the ongoing celebration.

Crunch Fitness in Hattiesburg sees steady attendance after New Year’s resolutions and expects a surge in members soon — manager Matt Hart advises starting slowly with group classes and personal training to stay safe.

Russ Rainey of Pine Grove Behavioral Health advises residents to use the SMART method for clear New Year’s goals, urging them to write targets, build a support system, and celebrate small wins after studies show most resolutions fall short.

WDAM 7 will offer NFL football, college basketball and winter sports on NBC, ABC + Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network this weekend with games set for Saturday, Jan.

3 and Sunday, Jan. 4.

Ole Miss kicker Lucas Carneiro broke a Sugar Bowl record on Jan.

1 by kicking a 55-yard field goal and later set a new mark with a 56-yarder during the CFP quarterfinal against Georgia, giving the Rebels a strong lead.

On Jan. 1, Ole Miss beat Georgia 39-34 in the Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.

Coach Pete Golding earned $500,000 while former coach Lane Kiffin, now with LSU, secured a $250,000 bonus.

The Ole Miss Rebels advanced to the College Football Playoffs semifinals after edging the Georgia Bulldogs 39-34 in the Sugar Bowl.

They will face the Miami Hurricanes on January 8 at the Fiesta Bowl.

Ole Miss beat Georgia 39 to 34 in the Sugar Bowl on Jan.

1 with a last-second field goal from Lucas Carneiro and advances to the College Football Playoff. The Rebels will face No. 10 Miami in the Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 8 — a pivotal step in their season.

Hattiesburg Renaissance Festival

12:00 – 11:30 p.m. — SwitchYard — $15 – $20 — Experience the magic of medieval celebration with crafts, music, and festivities in the heart of Hattiesburg.

Vision Board Party: Vision and Vibes Social

12-3 a.m. — 101 Shadow Lake Dr, Hattiesburg, MS — Included with ticket — Connect with like-minded individuals while creating vision boards and enjoying poetry vibes and food.