Good morning, Hattiesburg.

More than 120 participants ran and walked at the 2nd annual Rabbit Run 5k & Fun Run in downtown Hattiesburg Saturday, raising money for the Build Better Scholars program that helps Pearl River Community College students from single-parent families; the Ford Foundation & Southern Prohibition Brewery hosted the event.

Crawfish season is at its peak as local companies in the Pine Belt prepare freshly cleaned & seasoned crawfish for high school events and catering.

Tony’s Crawfish gets its supply from Louisiana to focus on quality over quantity.

EJ Booth handled the media spotlight with quiet poise on April 4, gaining local praise & admiration.

His calm approach and steady presence have drawn attention in the community.

State lawmakers approved a $2,000 pay raise for 30,000 educators on April 1 after proposals for up to a $6,000 raise were cut due to tight state budgets and low revenue collections.

USM quarterback John White showed promising flashes at spring camp today at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Coaches say his improved performance & steady progress will help boost team confidence for the upcoming season.

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.