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Hattiesburg
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hattiesburg Zoo will host the Eggz-otic Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 starting at 10 a.m. Annual passholders get early entry, while families search among 250 hidden eggs with each person allowed only two & enjoy extras such as photos with the Easter Bunny, movie screenings and face painting. Hattiesburg American
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hattiesburg High School’s choir performed at Carnegie Hall in New York Monday night, sharing two Beethoven pieces after months of practice in German; Mayor Toby Barker traveled from Washington, D.C. to support the only Mississippi choir on stage under Dr. Julie Yu. WDAM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Gulf Coast region climbed from $3.11 to $3.41 per gallon as traders factor in the Iran war and higher spring demand (analysts expect prices to rise another 20 to 30 cents soon). Hattiesburg American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tate Reeves said it is too early to call a special session for school choice as limited vote support may block changes, and lawmakers along with educators warned that high cost concerns and differing views on choice could delay action. WDAM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Mississippi Medical Center allergist warns residents that airborne tree pollen from oak, maple, and pecan trees is causing sneezing and runny noses in Hattiesburg. He recommends starting treatments at the first sign of symptoms and adjusting outdoor routines during the busy morning pollen hours. WLBT
- ➤ Forrest Health will host its Fiber Fix event to help women build fiber-rich diets, offering practical nutrition tips (check with local sources for time and location). WDAM
- ➤ Kent and Candace Oliver donated $500K yesterday to support the 'It’s About Time' campaign at the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute. The couple, known for founding Laughs 4 Life, hopes their gift will spur more community backing for expanded cancer care in Hattiesburg. Hattiesburg American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southern Miss beat Nicholls 4 to 0 in a game in Biloxi on Mar. 17 — the team’s strong defense secured a clean sheet win. WDAM
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Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram - The Hard Road Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — $43.30- $74.25 — Experience the dynamic sound of blues with Kingfish's innovative musical journey.
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