Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Multiple Hattiesburg-area law enforcement agencies partnered over the weekend to arrest 21 individuals on charges including DUI, disorderly conduct, outstanding warrants and weapons possession—officials said the operation responded to local concerns and that they will crack down on youth crime after incidents during the holiday weekend.

Hattiesburg will host the Mississippi Miss Hospitality pageant this weekend at the historic Saenger Theater with 47 contestants and 47 Little Misses—plus their families—expected to drive over $450K in local spending, as they explore the city and take part in community service projects.

Blood Bowl 2025 — a week-long blood donation drive — started Monday and will run until July 18 with stops in many Pine Belt towns.

The drive includes an event in Hattiesburg at Miskelly’s Furniture on Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Mississippi high school football fans can vote now—only one vote per hour is allowed—for the best quarterback for the upcoming MHSAA and MAIS season.

The nominees were chosen from the Clarion Ledger top quarterback watch list and the poll closes at noon on Friday.

Golden Eagle Nick Monistere was selected as the 126th pick by the Houston Astros in the MLB Draft — he confirmed he will be signing with the team and becomes the third Southern Miss player drafted this year.

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.