Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Community volunteers organized a benefit at the Purvis Storm Shelter to raise funds for tornado victims after a recent storm.

The event features live music, a dunking booth, a car show, and a bouncy house for kids.

On Saturday, the Ray-E Foundation held its 12th Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising at Vernon Dahmer Park, featuring singing of Lift Every Voice and Sing, a poem recitation, and the raising of both Juneteenth and U.S. flags; City Council members attended to honor history and inspire local youth.

Forrest County Farmer’s Market hosts Sweet Summertime at the Market today with indoor vendors and new outdoor vendors showcasing unique products (Carley said the event opens fresh business opportunities for all exhibitors).

The market will plan similar events in the fall and winter.

A free music and community event returned to Town Square Park Friday evening with Downtown SummerTunes featuring live music, vendors and a celebration of American culture—organizers plan to continue the series with concerts on June 26 and July 31.

On June 7, the Hattiesburg Zoo welcomed a new spotted hyena cub (the fourth surviving offspring from mother Pili and father Niru) weighing 1.75 kg; zoo staff said guests may glimpse the pair this week as the cub's sex remains pending.

Jane Granberry from Hattiesburg was crowned Miss Mississippi 2026 as former titleholder Anna Leah Jolly passed the crown to her.

The new pageant winner will compete in Miss America on Sep. 6 in West Palm Beach.

Mississippi teachers gathered for a hands-on Environmental Education Skills Workshop hosted by Harrison County Soil & Water Conservation, where they learned field science skills in forestry, wildlife, soils, and aquatic ecology to prepare for the National Envirothon Competition in July in Starkville.

Mississippi’s air quality data shows that moderate pollution days increased between 2015 and 2024 — peaking in 2023 before easing — which experts warn could raise asthma risks for children in southeast counties.

The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering is taking public comments until June 22 on temporary rules to update health, safety and business standards, and local barber Bonnie Holloway said the board’s return after two years of uncertainty is a welcome sign (email, mail, or drop off).

After a loss of six to two to North Carolina on June 12, Ole Miss baseball faces Troy in an elimination game at Charles Schwab Stadium today at 1:00 p.m. on ESPN + Troy has posted a strong NCAA Tournament offense.

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.