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Hattiesburg
Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Air conditioning repair companies in Hattiesburg are busy fixing and replacing broken units as summer temperatures rise. HVAC experts advise checking filters monthly and scheduling inspections twice a year—steps that can help prevent costly breakdowns. WJTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge issued a temporary restraining order to cancel a party on Lott Town Road and Forrest County Sheriff Charlie Sims said deputies will patrol today—ensuring no disruptive crowds gather after previous events led to fights, shootings, and disturbances. WDAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A school bus stop can be dangerous because children may get hurt in the area around the bus where drivers cannot see well. Nathan’s Law passed in 2011 requires drivers to stop at least 10 ft. behind a bus and wait until kids cross, with fines and license suspensions if they pass too soon + a higher risk of a crash. WDAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials announced that the Hattiesburg train depot will be renamed after a former mayor to honor his service. City leaders said the renaming plans will be carried out soon as they work to preserve his legacy. WDAM
- ➤ Mississippi’s Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Council met in Jackson on July 9 to review draft documents on how to manage hundreds of millions in settlement funds—members raised concerns over missing rules and unclear applicant qualifications that may delay the grant application process required by the Legislature by Dec. 1. Mississippi Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ William Carey University students held a health fair at the Edward St. Fellowship Center in Hattiesburg after surveying the community to tailor health education and prevention programs. Professors said the event helps students learn about local health needs—experience that could boost their future careers. WDAM
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
By the time a man realizes that his father was right, he has a son who thinks he's wrong.
~ Charles Wadsworth
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