Good morning, Hattiesburg.

The Supreme Court on Monday denied Cory Godbolt’s petition—he is on death row after being convicted for a 2017 shooting spree that killed eight people, including a deputy and family members.

USM will hold its spring commencement ceremonies from May 8 through May 10, with events at Bernard Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg and at Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi.

Advanced degree candidates at Hattiesburg will begin with a May 8 5 p.m. ceremony, and undergraduates will celebrate on May 9 at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. — Gulf Park candidates will then have their ceremony on May 10 at 3 p.m. —

Mississippi tested 10,685 deer tissue samples in 2025 and recorded a record 128 CWD cases — including one in Claiborne County near Jefferson that is expected to add part of Jefferson into the Issaquena management zone.

The Wildlife Department said it will set the zone boundaries before the 2025-26 deer hunting season — aiming to slow the disease spread.

Pancakes with Pastors

3:00-4:30 AM — The Claiborne at Hattiesburg Assisted Living — RSVP required — Enjoy flapjacks and fellowship to honor local clergy serving the community.

Madea Seed Mother’s Day Brunch

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — RICHBURG COMMUNITY CENTER — Special gift for moms — Celebrate amazing mothers with brunch and a chance to win a $250 gift!

38th Anniversary of the Mothers' Day Blues Festival

2-10 p.m. — Forrest County Multipurpose Center — $47-$75 — Celebrate Mother's Day with live blues music at the festival in Hattiesburg.

Haunted Tavern Experience

6-7:30 p.m. — The Social — Tickets required — An immersive cocktail evening featuring ghostly tales and handcrafted drinks in one of Hattiesburg's most haunted venues.

Cade Ortego Live in Hattiesburg

8-10 p.m. — Brewsky's — $13.10 — Catch the lively performance by Cade Ortego and The Mood Swings for a night of great music.