Good morning, Hattiesburg.

On Sunday, Nathaniel and Raquel Revaula became the new Hattiesburg Salvation Army corps officers after decades of ministry work that spanned Mobile, Nashville, and Frankfort.

The couple said their appointment built on work that began in the Philippines and will see three of their children join in ministry through music to serve the community.

The Downtown Hattiesburg Association and Petal Area of Chamber of Commerce will team up for the Star-Spangled Celebration on the River at Chain Park in Hattiesburg and Petal River Park on July 3 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.—live music, kids' activities, food vendors and fireworks at 9:00 a.m. will be featured while offsite parking with shuttle service will be available due to limited onsite parking.

Local baker Campbell Wood, 19, started her business, Campbell’s Cakery, last year and visits markets weekly—she plans to grow her venture into a brick-and-mortar bakery that hires people with special needs.

She will also serve treats in the lobby of Southern Bone and Joint on July 2 to bring her community a taste of her passion.

Mississippi will raise its gas tax by 3 cents a gallon and cut the grocery tax by 2% starting July 1—changes designed to support road maintenance and lower grocery costs.

Additional laws will allow direct wine shipment with a 15.5% tax, ban kratom sales to those under 21, require hospitals to stock rape kits, and impose new turkey stamp fees for hunters.

Mississippi Public Service Commission approved a resolution asking state legislators to grant utility workers first responder status—recognizing their crucial role during hurricanes, tornadoes and ice storms, and ensuring they receive priority access to emergency resources.

Star-Spangled Celebration on the River

6-10 p.m. — Chain Park — Free admission — Celebrate the Fourth of July with family-friendly activities, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display over the Leaf River.

Drum Corps International

7:30-9 p.m. — M.M. Roberts Stadium — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant performances of top drum corps from across the nation.

The Molly Ringwalds Live Performance

9-10:30 p.m. — Brewsky's — Tickets starting at $15 — Experience an electrifying night with 80s hits and captivating stage visuals.