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Monday, August 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Hattiesburg Zoo is preparing for a busy fall season—staff are setting up events like Zoo Boo and Lights of the Wild and getting the animal enclosures ready for cooler nights and more visitors, zoo officials said.  WDAM
  • The Hattiesburg Zoo is preparing for the fall season by updating exhibits and planning new events—officials said the changes will attract more local visitors later in the year.  WDAM

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Hosemann discussed plans for the new legislative session today—he said lawmakers will review proposals to improve government operations and will provide more details as the plans progress.  WDAM

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Several state parks in Mississippi have upgraded campgrounds with new electrical hookups, larger pads, tents, cabins, and other amenities for fall camping, while Clarkco State Park renovations will finish later this fall. D'Lo Water Park has added cabins, a glamping site, and pickleball courts—improving the outdoor experience for visitors.  Hattiesburg American

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.

~ Benjamin Graham

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