Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Officials said a house fire broke out on Tuesday, May 13 at 10:05 a.m. at a residence on US-49 just south of South Gate Road near Camp Shelby, and firefighters responded quickly to control the blaze.

The Mississippi Supreme Court ruled that Lisa Jo Chamberlin—the only woman on death row—will not get another chance to appeal her capital murder conviction because her claim of new evidence was filed too late, even though one judge said her abuse history should be reviewed further.

Hattiesburg’s annual Craft Beer Festival will be held Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Rebekah Stark Johnson Community Arts Center—featuring over 100 craft beverages, live music, food vendors and pop-up shops as part of a downtown association fundraiser.

Mississippi native Jamal Roberts advanced to the top three on American Idol Monday night and will now prepare for the finale on May 18—he earned over 19 million votes with performances of 'Ain’t No Mountain High Enough' and 'Beauty and the Beast.' Roberts, a physical education teacher at Crestwood Elementary in Meridian, said his growth on the show has been amazing for his music career.

A report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform shows that most rural hospitals in Mississippi do not offer maternity care.

Only one hospital closed its labor & delivery unit between 2021 and today while nearly 70% never provided these services and many women face long travel times to receive care.

Thrift shops in Hattiesburg offer locals a way to shop for vintage clothes and cherished items that mix history with today’s style.

Over 20 stores, including Second Chance Thrift Shop, provide a sustainable option—helping residents find unique treasures.

Mississippi high school softball championships are underway at the Southern Miss Softball Complex in Hattiesburg—games began on May 13 and continue today with additional matchups through May 17.

The tournament features three-game series for Classes 1A through 7A—if needed, a coin flip will decide the home team.

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.

Yonder – Featuring Works by Ricardo Moody

12-2 p.m. — Prospect On Main — Free entry — Enjoy a FestivalTalk with featured artist Ricardo Moody and an exclusive viewing of his commemorative artwork.