Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of August.
Good morning, Hattiesburg.
🏘️ Community
Volunteers with Samaritan’s Purse have nearly wrapped up a month-long flood relief mission — they cleaned 76 homes and will finish repairs for 13 families by week's end.
The mission calls for extra help as grateful locals see the final push in action.
💼 Business
Brady’s Snow Shack in Jones County — a local treat stand — is preparing for summer with refreshing snowballs to cool down locals.
Owner Braydon Armstrong said the business expects higher customer turnout as temperatures rise and might extend hours so kids can enjoy a treat after school.
🏥 Health
Jacob’s Well Ministries relocated its Damascus Road Recovery Center from Poplarville to a new 50 bed facility at 890 E.
Main Ave in Lumberton, providing a six month residential recovery program for men with faith based counseling, group therapy, and vocational training. The center receives referrals from local agencies to support lasting change.
🏈 Sports
Kailey Lewis, a 14-year-old Petal High School freshman, won the 2026 4D World Champion title at the National Barrel Horse Association Youth and Teen World Championships in Perry, Ga on July 25.
She rode her six-year-old American Quarter Horse, Kelly.
🎉 Hattiesburg Events
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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.
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