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Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bucket trucks were on display on Sunday in Marion County as friends and family gathered to honor Sumrall lineman Ryan Whitehurst, who died unexpectedly while working in Louisiana on May 26. He is survived by his wife and three young sons. WDAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Daniel Stallworth, a top-seven American Idol finalist and Moss Point native, sang at West Point Baptist Church's 27th-anniversary celebration on Sunday - he returned to his roots and teased upcoming projects. His performance marked a homecoming that highlighted his deep connection to church music. WDAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bellevue Elementary is one of at least 10 Lamar County schools recognized as a Military Star School to support military-connected students. Sumrall High will join the program in the new school year to provide military families with a contact and resources — easing transitions. WDAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Supplemental Security Income recipients receive their check today while Social Security retirement benefits will be paid on June 10, 17, or 24 based on birthdates + early payouts may occur when the first falls on a weekend or holiday. Hattiesburg American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ole Miss baseball clinched the Lincoln Regional on May 31 with a 10-inning 5-4 win over Arizona State + now they will face the winner of the Auburn Regional in the upcoming super regional. Hattiesburg American
- ➤ Pearl River CC Baseball won its second national championship by beating South Mountain in 11-inning play on May 30, 2026. The Wildcats became the first NJCAA Division II team to secure both baseball and softball titles in the same season with a 50-11 record. WDAM
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One Man One Mic One Night Tour
7-11:30 p.m. — MpV Lounge & Bar — Not specified — Experience a soulful night of music, humor, and storytelling with Pastor Derek The Change Man Smith.
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