Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg native Jane Granberry was crowned Miss Mississippi on Saturday, June 13, winning the 93rd pageant after two previous losses with a performance inspired by her 8-year-old self.

She will prepare for Miss America, scheduled for Aug. 28-Sept. 6 in West Palm Beach, and advance her Literacy Without Limits program.

Inmates at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility will soon attend a new state-certified barber college unveiled this week to gain training in cutting, sanitation & styling for future jobs.

The program takes just over a year to complete and plans to add night classes soon.

Pine Belt electric companies are preparing for Tropical Storm Arthur by distributing sandbags and readying crews to secure power lines — steps taken to help reduce storm damage.

Forrest County officials have taken steps to prepare for potential flash flooding today as Tropical Storm Arthur brings heavy rain.

Sandbags will be distributed and areas like Eastbrook Commons will be barricaded — actions aimed at protecting homes and roads.

A large training exercise at Camp Shelby is wrapping up in a few days after 11,000 U.S. Army Reserve soldiers trained in operations Sentinel Justice and Global Medic at several sites including Fort Polk and along the Gulf Coast.

Leaders say the exercise has boosted readiness in case of mobilization.

Southern Miss baseball lands transfer commitment of catcher/outfielder Brock Clayton—a redshirt sophomore with experience from Florida and Northwest Florida State College—who announced his move on June 17 with a 'See you in Hattiesburg' message.

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.

Hub City Classic Car & Bike Show

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Center at Forrest County — Free entry — Experience a vibrant showcase of custom cars, bikes, and community culture all in one exciting location.