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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum launches Trunks & Treasures to honor two cherished elephants—Miss Hattie and Babar—whose lives marked local zoo history from Miss Hattie's debut in 1958 to Babar's struggle during the 1983 flood. Curator Sheri Marengo created the exhibit to share her personal collection of memories with the community. WDAM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ After years of steady hikes, Mississippi auto insurance rates are stabilizing as the Insurance Department approved rate decreases from 13 companies—benefiting about 80% of drivers and signaling a move toward a more balanced market. WDAM
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ After years of steady hikes, auto insurance rates in Mississippi are showing signs of stabilizing—more than a dozen companies approved decreases that could affect 80% of drivers. WDAM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Rankin County family along with other Barth Syndrome families met with the FDA Commissioner in Washington, D.C. to request approval of the drug Elamipretide; the FDA will decide on the medication by September 26 and the family hopes it will be available for children. WLBT
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Southern Miss v. Mississippi State game drew record-breaking crowds during Labor Day weekend and many Hattiesburg businesses reported increased revenue—local shop owners noted higher sales following the event. WDAM
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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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