Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Hattiesburg.
🏘️ Community
The Hattiesburg Salvation Army served free hot lunches on Thursday at Cloverleaf Mall parking lot for its Love Thy Neighbor Community Meal — it will open a warming station at its U.S. 49 headquarters from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday to help residents brace frigid weather.
The annual March of Mayors food drive is underway, collecting non-perishable donations for families at designated community centers in Hattiesburg.
The drive will run through the week for everyone wanting to help.
Cooperative Electric’s employees volunteered in Hattiesburg on Thursday to support MLK Day events + assist local residents, showing a strong commitment to community service.
🎓 Education
The Mississippi Senate Education Committee advanced 15 education reform measures Thursday, focusing on expanded literacy programs, new math initiatives, and a policy on cell phone use in class—drawing from House Bill 2 and proposals for special-purpose schools.
🌲 Environment
A winter storm will bring ice and freezing rain to parts of Mississippi this weekend, potentially causing long power outages.
Residents should prepare and report outages using their utility company information (like contacting Mississippi Power) to get timely help.
🎉 Hattiesburg Events
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Molten Mohawk Niner and 4 Miler
7:30-9:45 a.m. — Thomley's Christmas Tree Farm — Cost varies — Challenge your endurance with a scenic run through Hattiesburg's beautiful landscape.
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