Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Hattiesburg and nearby communities enjoyed a splash day on Thursday and have more family events this weekend, with Frozen at the Saenger Theater today and a movie night in Laurel tonight.

Saturday brings back-to-school backpack giveaways, a splash day, and a community garage sale in Moselle.

Mississippi Power is hosting a pop-up grocery market to provide food to families in need today at a local community site.

Residents are invited to visit the market for support.

Over 1,000 customers in Oak Grove lost power at 10:42 a.m. after a car hit a power pole+ crews are working to restore service from Lake Serene South to the high school to Richburg Road.

New lights and crossing arms were installed at the Fruitland Park Road railroad crossing in Forrest County to boost safety following a fatal December 2023 accident — the project was finished yesterday.

The Liverpool Legends will perform a Beatles tribute at the Saenger Theater on Saturday, Aug.

1 at 7:30 p.m., capturing the Fab Four’s style and featuring narration from the late Louise Harrison (the Beatles' first promoter). Ticket prices range from $28.40 to $43.85.

The Mississippi Digital Humanities Hub hosted a residency research symposium on Thursday at Southern Miss where 10 students from seven universities presented projects using digital mapping, digital exhibits, & other tools to learn research skills for work in schools, museums, or nonprofits.

Federal legislation targeting PBMs passed a bipartisan committee vote and now heads to the U.S. House, while Mississippi pharmacists—whose state measures have stalled—hope the move brings relief to independent stores that rely on supplementary revenues to serve their communities.

Hattiesburg dermatologist Hannah Roberts Badon warned today that Melanotan II—the synthetic injection called the Barbie Drug—may cause nausea, flushing, and abscesses, urging caution as social media promotes it as safe.

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.