Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Reona Burnett, a local breast cancer survivor, built a mobile pantry + shower unit with her husband so Boots on the Ground can bring food and supplies to the homeless.

Now cancer-free, she says caring for yourself is just as important as helping others.

Reona Burnett is asking volunteers to help clean up the former Magnuson Hotel site as work stalls amid debris and safety concerns that affect plans to turn it into a safe resource center for the homeless.

Cleanup is scheduled Aug. 11-15, and volunteers with lawn mowers, dump trailers, or tractors (essential equipment) are urged to join.

Mulukakao at 201 Cox Ave in Hattiesburg was named Mississippi’s best chocolate shop by Mashed, which highlighted its blend of local and Nicaraguan flavors plus a role as a community hub.

Founders Noel Montoya and Anjie Price created artisan treats that bring people together.

If Congress approves permanent daylight saving time, Mississippi residents will face darker winter mornings + later sunrises as the state's 2021 law takes effect.

The change awaits a final vote in Washington while experts note the overall daylight remains unchanged.

The University of Southern Mississippi and Integer Technologies received a $9.8 million contract modification from the Office of Naval Research to advance software for unmanned undersea missions.

The work will involve USM students testing new models at the ocean enterprise facility in Gulfport.

Health officials announced recalls of cage-free eggs and bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter after tests found salmonella in the products.

The eggs were sold at Brookshire’s and other local retailers, and the nut butter was available at Walmart in Mississippi (retailers offer refunds for returned items).

Mississippi health officials urge residents to cover open wounds and avoid raw oysters and brackish water (possible sources of Vibrio) during warm months.

The advisory comes as 29 cases have been reported in the state while hospitalizations and fatalities occurred in Louisiana.

Pine Grove Outpatient Services advises that back-to-school nerves are normal and recommends that parents help kids build a calm routine to ease morning anxiety.

Administrator Leah Claire Bennett added that well-managed transitions can boost kids' confidence as they face new challenges.

Southern Miss football held a three-way quarterback competition on Aug.

7 at practice fields near the Duff Athletic Center, where coordinator Kyle Cefalo praised players for leadership, with a starter to be named ahead of the Sept. 5 season opener at M.M. Roberts Stadium.

Southern Miss offensive coordinator Kyle Cefalo highlighted the team’s three-man quarterback competition during a recent press briefing + his remarks offer clear insight into how the Golden Eagles plan to adjust their lineup as they prepare for upcoming contests.