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Hattiesburg
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural cornhole competition raised funds for the HPD Benevolent Fund as locals gathered to support police welfare—organizers say the event sets the stage for future community fundraisers. WDAM
- ➤ Hundreds ran in the annual Water Run at Town Square Park on Saturday morning, raising money for Ddembe Ministries that helps orphans and widows in Uganda—honoring the late Rodney Richardson. WDAM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An overturned tractor-trailer is blocking the road into a Hattiesburg neighborhood—crews are working to clear the blockage—and traffic has been disrupted. WDAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby said Blake Shapen and his teammates handled the ball well in the second scrimmage on Aug.16 (yesterday) after cleaning up early fumbles, and the defense boosted the drive by making turnovers (setting the stage for their game against Southern Miss on Aug.30). Hattiesburg American
- ➤ Hundreds of USM fans attended Fan Fest 2025 on August 16 to meet USM athletes—covering football, volleyball, soccer, and track and field—at the event. Fans also enjoyed USM merchandise—available at booths—and food while they looked forward to cheering on their teams this fall. WDAM
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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.
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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.
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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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