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Hattiesburg
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Hattiesburg Salvation Army is preparing to help the homeless this summer by feeding those in need free of charge once a month—Captain Evelyn Thornhill urged residents to donate nonperishable food, hygiene products, and clothing to ease the heat. WDAM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An apartment fire broke out in Hattiesburg on May 22nd and firefighters quickly battled the flames — authorities are investigating the cause. WDAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette High School baseball won the MHSAA 5A championship yesterday at Trustmark Park by coming back from an early deficit to defeat South Jones 9—6, earning its first title since 2006. The team used a revised lineup with only one returning starter and showed a strong finish in the final innings under coach John Walker’s guidance. Hattiesburg American
- ➤ Southern Miss baseball reached a program-record 17-game win streak on May 22 by defeating Old Dominion via run rule, thanks to a 10-0 lead and strong pitching from Matthew Adams—boosting their chance to host an NCAA regional. The Golden Eagles will face either No. 3 Troy or No. 6 Old Dominion on May 24 as postseason expectations grow. Hattiesburg American
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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.
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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.
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Dog Days Run Walk
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Kamper Park — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a family-friendly run or walk with your furry friends while supporting Hub City Service Dogs.
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Whitney: Always Love You - FestivalSouth
7:30-9 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — $45/adult; $20/child — Celebrate the iconic voice of Whitney Houston with a night of her timeless hits and spectacular performances.
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~ Unknown
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