Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg Zoo now houses four juvenile spider monkeys rescued after border officials intercepted an illegal smuggling attempt using lunch boxes from Mexico.

The monkeys completed quarantine and are slowly adjusting to an outdoor habitat (under guidance from zoo experts) as part of the zoo’s wildlife care program.

State Farm announced a historic $5 billion dividend for car insurance customers including a refund averaging $124 per vehicle for Mississippi drivers + a 10% premium cut in 40 states.

Refunds went only to policyholders with active accounts as of Dec. 31, 2025.

Lamar Christian School held the Wood Magic Science Fair with help from the Mississippi Forestry Commission (and Mississippi State Extension Office) where students worked in groups of three at stations to learn about wood use and forest fire prevention.

Officials praised the fair for sparking interest in forestry careers.

Winter Storm Fern in January caused over 12,000 insurance claims and more than $107 million in losses in the area — officials expect more claims as additional reports come in.

Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney warned Hattiesburg residents today to be cautious of unlicensed adjusters asking for upfront payments and issuing bogus ID cards that may signal an insurance scam, advising anyone affected to contact the department immediately.

WDAM 7 will debut its new 30-minute program Aging Untold on Monday, Mar.

2, airing weekdays at 2:00 p.m. The program features four aging experts offering practical advice for seniors, caregivers, and families on navigating aging.

Six Black nurses who were denied membership in the Mississippi Nurses Association in 1945 formed the Colored Registered Nurses Club, later renamed in honor of Eliza Pillars; today, the association meets monthly in Jackson and supports community service projects while awarding scholarships to nursing students.

Walmart in Hattiesburg sold Great Value cottage cheese that is being recalled after pasteurization issues were found by the FDA.

Customers who bought the items between Feb. 17 and 20 can return them for a full refund (covering fat free and lowfat types).

William Carey University clinched the SSAC regular season championship on Feb.

21 at its campus, sparking excitement among local fans as reported by WDAM 7 Sports Extra.

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.