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Monday, September 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Becca Hill is organizing a yard sale to launch the Jakob’s Legacy of Love Memorial Fund in memory of her 17-year-old son Jakob Hill, who died last August. The sale will be held on Saturday, Sept 6 at Sumrall High School’s old gym (184 Center Ave.) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and all proceeds will help pay for student extracurricular fees and a high school senior scholarship. WDAM
- ➤ A yard sale is planned to launch Jakob’s Legacy of Love Memorial Fund to honor a cherished community member; local residents are invited to support the event by purchasing items—helping raise funds to preserve his memory. WDAM
- ➤ Lici Beveridge is retiring after 22 years at the Hattiesburg American and Clarion Ledger; her last day is Friday, Sept. 5. She covered major storms and community events — and she plans to remain a part of Hattiesburg. Hattiesburg American
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Toby Barker reported a break in the main waterline today in Hattiesburg—officials are investigating the issue—while crews prepare to restore service. WDAM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi politicians celebrated workers today over Labor Day but did not expand Medicaid—KFF data shows that only 42.7% of workers had employer-provided health insurance while 10.5% had no coverage. Experts warn that 170,000 Mississippians will lose marketplace insurance when federal subsidies expire later this year if no policy change occurs. Mississippi Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Lebby discussed Mississippi State's Week 1 win at Southern Miss and explained Kamario Taylor's key role on offense — noting that his performance will shape the team's future strategies. Hattiesburg American
- ➤ Mississippi State football beat Southern Miss 34-17 at M. M. Roberts Stadium on August 30 with running back Fluff Bothwell scoring two touchdowns. Five players impressed the crowd including safety Brylan Lanier with a key interception, cornerback Kelley Jones with two pass breakups, defensive tackle Will Whitson with a sack and extra tackles, and kicker Kyle Ferrie who kicked a record 55-yard field goal. Hattiesburg American
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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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