Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg Vietnamese restaurant Pho Saigon opened a second location on June 17 at 5182 Old Highway 11.

Owner Hung Ta (with 19 years of experience) said he plans to introduce new dishes later to help eastside customers avoid long drives and evening traffic.

Mississippi is holding a back-to-school sales tax holiday this weekend, letting parents shop without paying tax — a move that helps families save on essential school supplies.

Jones County School District is upgrading its school buildings with new security systems & alert tools as the new school year nears.

Superintendent B.R. Jones said the improvements include upgraded windows, improved fences and panic radios to quickly notify parents when students are missing.

MDWFP expert Anthony Ballard said that recent bear sightings in Pine Belt are due to curious young bears exploring their territory and are usually not dangerous.

Residents should observe from a distance + call 911 only in emergencies.

Addilyn Stephens, a 10-year-old from Mississippi, won the Paris Junior Golf Invitational over Fourth of July weekend (9-10 division) by 10 shots before returning Tuesday to practice in Pearl.

The junior golfer shot under par in 27 holes and plans to compete next at the Junior World Championships.

EJ Booth, a Vanderbilt signee from Pine Belt, reflected on his journey from Oak Grove High to his projected top-10 MLB draft pick as the 2026 draft unfolds ahead of Saturday’s start in Philadelphia using his competitive drive to succeed.

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.