Good morning, Hattiesburg.

DREAM of Hattiesburg will host its annual dessert auction Night of Sweet DREAMS to raise funds for local programs, as Executive Director Linda Vasquez (Ph.D.) discussed on WDAM 7 on Feb.

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Oseola McCarty’s former home (a local landmark) will open as a museum on March 7 at 11 a.m. across from the African American Military History Museum; guided tours will include personal reflections from people who knew her (honoring her generous legacy) in Hattiesburg.

A LendingTree report shows Mississippi’s child care costs about $14,560 for a baby and a 4-year-old, yet two-child families need to earn nearly $208,000 to afford care, leaving most households far below the required income level.

William Carey and Mississippi College School of Law have launched an accelerated 3+3 program that lets students earn a bachelor’s and law degree in six years instead of seven — the program starts in fall 2026 and will have students complete three years at William Carey before transferring to law school.

Mississippi schools, colleges and universities will observe spring break in March 2026, with dates ranging from March 7 to March 22.

Local districts, including Hattiesburg Public, plan breaks between March 16 and 20.

Southern Miss officials say double majoring is rare because it requires extra semesters and more money; they advise students to consider internships or adding a minor.

One student managed two majors without delaying graduation, showing that it can work under special circumstances.

A wildfire in De Soto National Forest jumped its containment line and expanded to over 2,800 acres near the Janice community at Camp Shelby.

Fire crews conducted a 700-acre strategic firing operation Tuesday night, but safety concerns have dropped containment from 95% to 50%.

Four juvenile spider monkeys, rescued from an attempted smuggling operation, have joined Rico at Hattiesburg Zoo after a quarantine period since Feb.

25. The zoo works to educate visitors on pet trade dangers and supports primate welfare under the guidance of the AZA and Species Survival Program.

Cardiologist Dr. Elizabeth Klodas has launched Step One Foods to offer clear, easy food options for heart health during Heart Health Month.

Her starter and bundle packs give Hattiesburg residents an effective way to add heart healthy choices to their daily routines (Thirty Day Starter Pack available).

College baseball is off to an energetic start as State, Ole Miss and Southern Miss post strong early season wins, with the Golden Eagles making a notable mark at the Round Rock Classic.

Fans can expect more competitive games as the season progresses + local support grows.

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.