Good morning, Hattiesburg.

The South Forrest County Food Pantry has served nearly 100 households since opening in June, giving out 41 food boxes on its first Saturday and 115 on Oct.

11 when six new families signed up. Board member Nancy Davis said the pantry helps local residents—especially those who cannot reach Hattiesburg and students at South Forrest Attendance Center—and donations and volunteers are still needed.

Heidelberg High canceled its home games after gun violence on Oct.

10—district officials confirmed the Oct. 17 game against Bay Springs did not take place and the Oct. 24 contest against Kemper County will be canceled to ensure player safety as six people were arrested.

William Carey University is hosting its first fall homecoming with the second annual Carey Carnival to boost enrollment and community ties.

The celebration includes soccer games, live music and the unveiling of a new mural (the 67th in the City of 100 Murals initiative) at 10:30 a.m. Saturday on the backside of Thomas Fine Arts Auditorium.

A local author is raising funds for a young girl who is waiting on a heart transplant — donations will help cover her medical expenses and support her treatment in Hattiesburg.

A doctor from SCRMC became the first in the state to receive the Mississippi Trauma Pin honor at a recent ceremony—this award shows the physician's strong work in trauma care.

WDAM and Gray Local Media announced expanded access to New Orleans Pelicans basketball games for DIRECTV streaming, satellite and U-Verse subscribers across the three-state area.

Fans can watch the Pelicans’ road opener against the Memphis Grizzlies at 6:30 p.m. on GCSEN — which will also be simulcast on WDAM 7 — as the 2025-26 season begins.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ballet Magnificat: Light Has Come

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a powerful dance retelling of the story of salvation from the angels' perspective.