Good morning, Hattiesburg.

City officials announced that the Hattiesburg side of the Star-Spangled Celebration will move from Chain Park to The Commons at Gordon’s Creek — 105 Hardy St. — on Thursday, July 2 because heavy rain made Chain Park unsafe while planned music, food, kids zone and fireworks remain unchanged.

Petal Putt Putt is opening at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27 at 128 South Main St. in Petal.

The new nine-hole miniature golf course can expand to 18 holes and will feature life-sized pool games and a rotating mural wall by local artists.

A kitten rescued from floodwaters at Perk Beach RV Park one week ago now receives emergency foster care at Hub City Humane Society.

The rescue offers a hopeful note as the community rebuilds.

A plume of Saharan dust is moving in from the Sahara and is expected to change skies and air quality in Mississippi and along the Gulf Coast over the next few days.

Residents, especially those with respiratory issues, should be ready to use masks & air purifiers to stay safe.

Campaigns for the U.S. Senate and MS Governor will ramp up this week at Founder’s Square at the Neshoba County Fair as candidates highlight issues like rising living costs (with additional speeches expected from figures including Gov. Tate Reeves).

Local Pine Belt emergency officials urge swimmers to always have a buddy and use Coast Guard-approved flotation devices when swimming in lakes or rivers as summer heat raises drowning risks.

Battalion Chief Carlton Sims advises swim lessons and CPR training for families with weak swimmers.

The National Weather Service warns that starting Saturday until at least next Thursday, parts of Mississippi including Hattiesburg will face a heat index of 105 to 110 that could cause heat illnesses.

Residents are urged to hydrate and check their vehicles — advice following Tropical Storm Arthur flooding.

Mom Carmen Smith uses Temu to find affordable supplies for her 30-acre farm set in Hattiesburg—a move that saves money on nesting boxes, hay racks, and other essentials to keep her family farm running smoothly.

She ordered these items recently after comparing local prices.

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.

Disney's Frozen - The Musical

7-10 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting performance of the beloved musical based on Disney's animated classic.