Good morning, Hattiesburg.

United Way of the Pine Belt Region held its annual meeting on Tuesday morning at South Central Place and shared its 2025 campaign progress with donors & volunteers.

The organization reached 80% of its $375,000 goal and plans to raise the remainder by the end of March.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, a noted civil rights leader, died Tuesday at 84 after a long illness, and Mississippi leaders, including some in Hattiesburg, praised his legacy of expanding voting rights and fostering community unity (a testament to his decades-long work) as his impact resonated statewide.

Bellevue Assisted Living hosted a Mardi Gras celebration Tuesday in Lamar County where staff and residents enjoyed a Fat Tuesday party with king cake and festive decorations, crowning Coy Housley as king and Gloria Powe as queen (by resident vote).

A Mississippi woman discovered a rare, 28-30 million-year-old dugong jawbone near the Chickasawhay River on Feb.

17. Paleontologists at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science and MDEQ reassembled the fragile fossil & said it offers a glimpse of ancient coastal life.

Thousands of local teens attended an annual career expo today to explore diverse career paths and learn from community professionals, with workshops and interactive sessions offering hands-on guidance + networking opportunities for future planning.

Around 2,000 eighth & ninth graders learned how various jobs affect life goals at the Jumpstart to Success Career Expo held Tuesday at The Center at Forrest County.

Local businesses shared their work while students practiced budgeting with an interactive Game of Life event.

Mississippi law leaves it to parents to decide when a child is ready to be home alone, so experts recommend waiting until age 12 for solo care (15 for watching younger kids).

Parents should set clear safety rules and plans before leaving children unsupervised.

USM baseball rallied in the top of the ninth to beat SLU 3-1 on Tuesday night at Alumni Field, with Urban and Russo scoring the decisive runs.

The team will head to the Lone Star State for the Round Rock Classic, playing on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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.

Mustache The Band Live

8 p.m. — Brewsky's — Tickets start at $27 — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with Mustache The Band.

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.

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.