Good morning, Hattiesburg.

William Carey University dedicated a 23 ft wide and 130 ft long mural on Saturday morning that honors William Carey and key administrators as part of Hattiesburg’s ongoing public art project.

The work by student Sumer West is the city’s 67th large-scale mural and further additions are planned—one from an artist unveiling on Monday and another coming from Miami in two weeks.

State Treasurer David McRae announced that Mississippi now accepts Venmo, PayPal, and Bitcoin for its MACS savings plan — offering digital payment options for young families to save for college — as modern banking habits shift away from traditional accounts.

Mississippi has received about $125 million from opioid lawsuits—most of which went to lawyer fees and projects like police cameras—leaving less than 1% for addiction efforts.

Lawmakers will decide on future spending in 2026 while local officials urge clear accountability.

The 4th Fuel to Fight 5k was held on Oct.

18 to raise money to help cancer patients pay for transport + the event helped locals support those needing rides for treatment.

Mississippi hunters will have many options in November to pursue deer, rabbits, ducks, and other game with specific season dates for archery, youth, antlerless, and gun with dogs available in different management units—readers should verify current regulations before hunting.

The varied dates and rules help ensure a safe and legal hunting season for all.

Southern Miss football beat Louisiana 22-10 on Oct.

18 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium in Lafayette as the team earned its third straight win; the victory pushed their win total above the combined wins from the past two seasons. Senior quarterback Braylon Braxton threw for 230 yards, including a record 98-yard touchdown pass, and he praised coach Charles Huff—who he said truly cares for his players—for making the team dangerous.

Georgia overcame a halftime deficit to win 43—35 against Ole Miss on Saturday as the Bulldogs scored 17 unanswered points in the second half.

Ole Miss, led by Trinidad Chambliss, will face Oklahoma next Saturday at 11 a.m.

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.

Jeff Tweedy Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Tickets available starting July 18 — Experience the intimate sounds of Jeff Tweedy, a respected songwriter, as he performs solo and Wilco favorites.