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Hattiesburg
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub study found that Mississippi residents spent the highest share of their incomes on groceries, even though food prices are among the nation's lowest. The study compared prices for 26 common grocery items (with median incomes) and showed that groceries made up 2.60% of household budgets. Hattiesburg American
- ➤ The opening of baseball season today is expected to boost local business revenue as fans flock to ballparks — local officials predict that increased game-day activity will lift spending at retail stores and restaurants. WDAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ First Place for Youth and Child Protection Services are helping foster children transition to adulthood by providing housing, education, and job support. The program, which serves 30 youth (ages 18 to 21) from Hattiesburg to Gulfport, marks its one-year anniversary and will expand its services statewide. WLBT
- ➤ Stone County Schools said construction of the new Stone High School campus is on track to open for the 2026-2027 school year; primary education buildings are scheduled to finish by early May while athletic facilities will be completed before fall football — all staying within a $30 million budget. WDAM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A severe weather warning covers central and southern Mississippi as a front brings heavy rain, wind gusts up to 60 mph, and possible tornadoes this weekend. In Hattiesburg, conditions are forecast to begin early Sunday — residents should stay alert. Hattiesburg American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 20 USM lost 5-1 to UC-Santa Barbara on Friday evening at Pete Taylor Park. USM trailed early, narrowed the gap in the eighth with Kyle Morrison's home run, but a two-run shot in the ninth sealed the win and the teams will meet again Saturday at noon. WDAM
- ➤ USM baseball returns to Hattiesburg this opening weekend, and tourism leaders say the event is expected to boost local revenue (Baseburg). Local businesses are preparing for increased patronage after last season saw $136 million in visitor spending. WDAM
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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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Mustache The Band Live
8 p.m. — Brewsky's — Tickets start at $27 — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with Mustache The Band.
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Flow Tribe Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Brewsky's — Check event page for ticket info — Experience high-energy performances blending R&B, soul, and Caribbean rhythms by the lively Flow Tribe.
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Dance Gala Concert
7-9 p.m. — Mannoni Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the premiere dance event of the season amidst a vibrant atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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