Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of October.
Good morning, Hattiesburg.
🎭 Culture
American rock band Matchbox Twenty is kicking off its 30th anniversary tour at the Brandon Amphitheater on Aug.
4, 2027 — with O.A.R. opening, while tickets go on presale Oct. 20 and public sale Oct. 23.
📰 Economy
Peanut growers in South Mississippi began harvest season today and workers are busy picking mature peanuts in fields across the region (local experts expect steady yields).
🎓 Education
Purvis High School hosted its annual college and career fair on Tuesday morning, where 350 students met local businesses and universities to explore career paths; school officials say early planning helps reduce future stress.
🏈 Sports
Quarterback KJ Forrest earned the WDAM 7 Player of the Week award by throwing for 225 yards and running for 136 yards with six touchdowns in Wayne County's 47-28 win over Stone at Vancleave High School.
The War Eagles will play again Friday at 7 p.m.
Southern Miss football coach Blake Anderson said Robert Briggs is out for the season after injuring his hamstring in a game vs Troy on Oct.
6 and noted surgery is likely for the senior running back.
Mississippi State wide receiver Anthony Evans III is on pace to exceed single-season receiving records after tallying 574 yards in five games (averaging 114.8 yards per game).
The senior from Texas aims to break the record with consistent play this season.
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