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Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ HPD, HFD, and volunteer fire departments participated in the 3rd annual Community Outreach Safety Festival — the event offered local residents practical safety tips and demonstrations. WDAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A uniform worn by Ensign Jesse L. Brown, the nation’s first African American Naval aviator, is on permanent display at Hattiesburg’s African American Military History Museum—donated by James Sinclair, it honors his Korean War service and celebrated his birthday on Saturday. Museum director Latoya Norman said the exhibit shows his proud legacy. WDAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, October 13, post offices will be closed and banks will not operate due to Columbus Day while FedEx and UPS will remain open (US Postal Service confirmed the closures). Mississippi does not list Columbus Day as a state holiday, so residents should plan accordingly. Hattiesburg American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Ole Miss, the Rebels stayed undefeated with a close 24 to 21 win over Washington State during their homecoming game—after a slow start they scored key touchdowns and field goals—and will face Georgia next week in a road game. WLBT
- ➤ On Oct. 11, Ole Miss beat Washington State 24—21 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium as quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, filling in for injured Austin Simmons, made his fourth start. He threw for 253 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for a 17-yard score late in the third quarter to secure the win despite early struggles with accuracy. Hattiesburg American
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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.
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Hattiesburg Zoo Boo
6-9 p.m. — Hattiesburg Zoo — Ticket information not provided — Experience a glowing Halloween wonderland filled with dazzling lanterns and fun activities.
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Day of the Dead Parade
3 PM — Rebekah Stark Johnson Community Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate Mexican heritage with a vibrant parade featuring costumes, music, and community spirit.
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Mississippi Esthetics and Spa Conference: 2nd Annual
10 AM – 5 PM — Thad Cochran Center — Pricing not mentioned — A day of education, hands-on training, and networking for estheticians and spa professionals.
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Blippi: Join the Band Tour
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket details available — Sing and dance along with Blippi and friends in this lively musical event for families.
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Repertory Dance Company: Fall Evening of Dance
7:00 PM — Theatre and Dance Building — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable showcase of movement and expression by talented dancers.
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Reed Timmer Meet and Greet
7:30-9 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Cost not listed — Post Show Meet and Greet with Reed Timmer includes a photo op and Team Dominator sticker.
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