Good morning, Hattiesburg.

On Saturday, the Brooklyn Volunteer Fire Department hosted a hamburger and hotdog fundraiser—selling plates and washing cars to collect donations—to support the new South Forrest County Food Pantry, which opened three months ago and gives monthly food boxes to families in need.

The Mississippi State Fire Academy partnered with ExxonMobil Pipeline Company to unveil a new CO₂ pipeline training prop on campus in Rankin County on September 20th; the prop (funded by a $50,000 Good Neighbor Grant and an equipment donation) gives first responders hands-on training for emergency pipeline situations.

On Aug. 30 a man proposed to his girlfriend on a boat during an alligator hunt on the Pascagoula River at sunset—an event she called unforgettable.

The couple later harvested a nine‐foot alligator and shared the memorable moment with their family.

Southern Miss football coach Charles Huff said his team fell 30-20 to Louisiana Tech on Sept.

20 (mistakes during play cost them the win).

James McMurtry Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of Texas music with James McMurtry and special guest BettySoo.

Shrek The Musical by Picayune Theatre Company

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a full-scale musical adventure with Shrek and friends in this vibrant community production.

Shrek - The Musical

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a larger-than-life fairytale adventure with a talented cast in this high-energy musical.

Hocus Pocus Movie Night Experience

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Special event price — Experience a magical night with costume contests and themed treats at this enchanting screening.

Taste Of The South Food Truck Festival

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Fairley's Wings & More — Free entry — Experience a delicious gathering of food trucks and live music showcasing the best flavors from the South.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise: Thanks For Coming Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — The Lawn at Lake Terrace — Ticket prices vary — Experience genre-defying music with Rainbow Kitten Surprise's electrifying performance.

47th C. Rodger Wilson Leadership Conference

8 AM – 12 PM — The University of Southern Mississippi — $25 confirmation fee — Engage in dynamic discussions and targeted workshops to enhance leadership skills.