Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Nearly 80 church members from CrossPoint Community Church and New Seasons Family Worship Center carried wooden crosses during a seven-mile Good Friday cross walk along Highway 98 Friday morning — starting at Chick-fil-A and ending at CrossPoint Church to mark 20 years of ministry.

Many Christians in Hattiesburg observed Good Friday yesterday as a solemn day of prayer and reflection before Easter Sunday; local churches held services to commemorate Jesus’ sacrifice during Holy Week.

City leaders are asking local businesses to join the Summer Job Fair for high school students on April 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Ben McNair Center — the event will help students gain early work experience.

Legislators closed the session with limited new education policies, passing a $2,000 teacher raise, an expanded literacy act & a statewide math program while proposals for universal school choice stalled.

Lawmakers said they will revisit teacher pay next year amid tight budgets.

A chancery court judge in Pass Christian struck down most parts of Mississippi’s controversial oyster leasing law on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, blocking plans to privatize public reefs.

The ruling preserves local oyster heritage and stops potential future budget shortfalls for coastal communities.

Crawfish season peaks as local companies prepare dishes for upcoming high school events and catering in the Pine Belt.

Tony’s Crawfish (sourcing from Louisiana) and South Mississippi Crawfish Company use careful cleaning methods to ensure top quality.

Walmart and most Kroger stores will operate regular hours on Sunday, Apr.

5, while Aldi, Costco, and Sam's Club will be closed and Whole Foods may close earlier (please check store hours) for Easter shopping needs.

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.

Downtown Crawfish Jam 2026

10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Walthall Park — $40-$50 — Enjoy live music and all-you-can-eat crawfish at this family-friendly festival.