Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Last week's flood at Perk Beach RV Park led Debra-Lynn Sloan to rescue a kitten that WDAM reporter Delaney Dukes helped place in an emergency foster home through Hub City Humane Society.

MEMA is coordinating with private organizations (including the Red Cross, Salvation Army and donation sites) to deliver disaster relief after Tropical Storm Arthur caused damage and flooding in southern Mississippi.

Residents are urged to document damage, file insurance claims and contact local emergency management agencies.

Seeds of Hope delivered over 34,000 ears of corn (with one final drop to Petal Children’s Task Force on Wednesday) to local food pantries and churches in the Pine Belt this week as part of its ongoing effort to support families in need.

Gould Industries Ltd. will invest $14 million in Pike County by acquiring and modernizing a recycled plastics facility in Summit (65 new jobs will be created).

Financial support comes from the Mississippi Development Authority and county officials.

Young writers took part in the Jones College American Hero Essay Contest at the Laurel-Jones County Library on Wednesday.

Annie Byrd won first prize in the high school category to earn a $1,000 scholarship — awards from $150 to $500 were given in the elementary and middle school levels.

Politicians spoke yesterday at Founder's Square during the first day of political speaking at the Neshoba County Fair in Philadelphia, where local candidates for office addressed community members + engaged fairgoers.

Social Security and SSI recipients will follow the July payment schedule with SSI checks sent on July 1 and early when the date falls on a weekend, while regular benefits are paid on July 8, 15, and 22.

Local Social Security offices provide assistance for residents if needed.

Former NFL player Akeem Davis appeared on WDAM 7 with Scott Kirk to highlight the 12th annual AD-47 Leadership Academy and discuss his role as UNLV’s DB coach.

The interview aired yesterday in Pine Belt.

Southern Miss Athletics accepted an invitation to the 2027 Frisco College Baseball Classic, scheduled for March 5-7 at Riders Field in Frisco, Texas — where the Golden Eagles will join teams from Oklahoma, Kansas, and UC Irvine in a round-robin event.

Game times will be announced soon.

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.

Writing and Publishing High-Impact Research Manuscripts

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Lake Terrace Convention Center — Free entry — Enhance your biomedical writing skills with expert guidance from Dr. Papasian.

Disney's Frozen - The Musical

7-10 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the magic of Frozen brought to life on stage.

The Molly Ringwalds Live

8-11 p.m. — Brewsky's — Tickets starting at $19.25 — Experience an electrifying tribute to 80s music with dazzling visuals and captivating performances.