Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Mississippi Power Foundation is donating $350,000 to United Way—helping customers pay energy bills amid extreme summer temperatures.
The donation marks the third year of support through the Project SHARE program across its 23-county service territory including Hattiesburg.
🎓 Education
Hundreds of freshmen and transfer students arrived at USM on August 12 to start the fall semester as dorms filled with over 3,300 students.
USM President Joe Paul said the school celebrated its highest-ever retention rate and welcomed the new Golden Eagles — setting the stage for a promising term.
🌲 Environment
The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight but a bright waning moon and possible storms may lower the number of visible meteors over Hattiesburg.
Forecasts show a chance of thunderstorms this evening — skies may clear by 10 p.m. for a better view.
🏈 Sports
Fluff Bothwell, a 230-pound running back, transferred to Mississippi State after a breakout season at South Alabama and is set to play at Southern Miss on Aug.
30 at 11 a.m. on ESPN. His mom said he earned his unique name as a baby and—though it sounds soft—he runs like a bulldozer on the field and is expected to be a key contributor for the Bulldogs.
🎉 Hattiesburg Events
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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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