Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Dixie Electric warns its members that scam callers are pretending to be the company and demanding immediate payment or personal financial information+ the utility advises customers to hang up and call directly to verify their account details.

Prospect Gallery in Downtown Hattiesburg will host a joint exhibition by local artist Ed McGowin and artist William Dunlap starting Friday, August 22 and running until September 27 — a reception is scheduled on September 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Mississippi’s July unemployment rate held steady at 4.0% from May through July as state economists describe a no-hire, no-fire labor market—rising real wages and lower inflation have encouraged more people to join the workforce while employers remain cautious amid economic uncertainty.

Crews are advancing into the final stage of the $66 million road project on I-59 after years of work that have caused congestion and several accidents, including fatalities.

MDOT said the ramp from I-59 northbound to U.S. 49 north is closed and will reopen next week—drivers should plan for alternate routes as another ramp from U.S. 49 north to I-59 north will soon close.

A federal judge halted enforcement of a Mississippi law banning DEI programs at public schools and universities on Monday+he issued a preliminary injunction that will remain until a final ruling is made following the expiration of a temporary restraining order granted in late June.

On Aug. 19, a federal judge ruled Mississippi’s map for choosing state Supreme Court judges dilutes Black votes and breaks federal law.

The Mississippi Legislature must redraw the district lines that have remained unchanged since 1987—an act aimed at ensuring fair voter representation.

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.