Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Extra Table is accepting nominations for its inaugural The Good on the Go awards until June 15.

The organization will honor helping hands through ten food-themed categories (including the Unbeetable Board Member award) with surprise in-person wins.

The Mississippi LIFT Resource and Referral Network at MSU Extension hosted an open house for its new LIFT R&R Center (708 North 15th Avenue, Laurel) Wednesday afternoon, with leaders including Senator Don Hartness cutting the ribbon and offering free educational toys and activities for local children and families.

Rouses Markets is ranked #28 on Supermarket News’ first Super50 list based on customer and employee satisfaction — the chain operates 76 stores across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

It remains a leading family-run grocer in the region.

FestivalSouth kicks off its 17th season today with a three-day Newsies performance—starting at 7 p.m. at Southern Miss' Mannoni Performing Arts Center in Hattiesburg.

The event launches a month-long celebration of music and arts.

Jill’s Law—taking effect July 1—requires insurance and Medicaid to cover an FDA-approved blood test for early Alzheimer’s detection that gives hope to patients and families by enabling timely treatment.

Mississippi launched its first Rural Health Transformation Program initiatives to upgrade hospitals + clinics using over $1 billion in federal funds.

Applications open in two weeks, funds will be disbursed in August, and projects must be completed by July 2027 while lawmakers meet today at the Capitol to discuss details.

The MHSAA announced it will apply a 1.5 multiplier to private school enrollment for grades 9-11 starting in the 2027-28 sports season—a change aimed at balancing competition; the rule will not affect the 2026-27 season.

Southern Miss athletics announced seven new M-Club Hall of Fame inductees, including former NFL player Jamie Collins and former WNBA player Jamierra Faulkner, with an induction banquet on Oct.

16 and a public introduction during the football game against Arkansas State on Oct. 17.

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.