Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Forrest County Board of Supervisors has scheduled free Splash Day events for children 12 and under at community centers throughout July, beginning with Will Denton Community Center on Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—offering water games, food, and fun for families.

The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) urges residents to shop at local stores during Mississippi’s tax-free weekend, which offers a break on qualifying back-to-school supplies.

The sale runs from Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m. through Sunday, July 12.

A free screening of the film Abraham's Bridge, followed by a discussion, is set for July 16 at 6:00 p.m. at Parkway Heights United Methodist Church, co-hosted by USM’s Center for Community Engagement & the Listen First Project as part of the Better Together Film Festival.

Hattiesburg Public School District paid $25,000 to the Mississippi High School Activities Association to settle a student eligibility case dating back to 2011, and the board approved the payment on May 22 to end the long-running dispute.

Pine Belt school districts released first-day schedules on Jul.

8 to help families plan the start of classes. The list outlines school start times and locations (check your district for details).

The Mississippi Board of Nursing is launching its ONWard initiative — a program aimed at recruiting new nurses and supporting career development — over the next three months with new branding, a redesigned website, and social media outreach.

Former Southern Miss women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis was posthumously inducted into the Conference USA Hall of Fame on July 8, 2026.

She led 18 seasons (earning 231 conference wins) and built a lasting legacy for local basketball.

Southern Miss football is rebuilding for 2026 as new coach Blake Anderson signed 38 transfers after losing many starters last season.

Among the key newcomers, wide receiver Mario Sanders, defensive player Jeffrey Rush, linebacker Melvin Spriggs, and lineman Braden Cain are expected to quickly boost the team in Hattiesburg.

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.

Greg Warren Live Comedy Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for a night filled with laughter from the comedian Greg Warren.