Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
Good morning, Hattiesburg.
Jones County deputies said a 21-year-old man was injured in a rollover crash at the intersection of Mullican Road and Bush Dairy Road on August 8—rescue teams used hydraulic tools to free the driver, who was taken to South Central Regional Medical Center while Dixie Electric Power Association replaced a snapped power pole.
The USM Symphony Orchestra announced its 107th concert season, American Perspectives, that will explore American music from classic to modern voices.
Season ticket packages are available now and individual tickets will go on sale on September 2 with shows scheduled from September 25 to May 7 — a range of performances set for local venues.
NexTech Academy held an open house Saturday where local leaders, industry partners, and community members toured its facility on Carterville Road to learn about free vocational training and new equipment.
The school, run by Kensington Woods Church of Christ, partnered with industry leaders to help fill the skills gap + invest in state-of-the-art machines.
A new study by Action Network ranked Mississippi 48th for viewing meteor showers because low elevation and limited dark-sky areas make sightings rare; the Perseids run from July 17 to Aug.
23 with peak activity around Aug. 12—13.
Fredo Bang Live at Nostalgia for Southern Miss Season Opener
9 p.m. — Nostalgia Lounge & Bar — Tickets available online and at the door — Kick off the Southern Miss football season with a live performance from Louisiana’s own Fredo Bang.
Calvin Richardson Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Center at Forrest County — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of Multi-Grammy Nominated artist Calvin Richardson as he performs his new hit single.
Best of Both Worlds Alumni Aftergame Party
9 PM-2 AM — The Bottling Company — General admission & VIP options — Celebrate the rivalry with a classy alumni gathering for JSU and USM fans.
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