Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Tyler Jackson of Hattiesburg helps homeless people by finding shelter during extreme weather—he also offers a listening ear to those who need support.

Local families will join Trick-or-Treat on Main Street on Monday for a fun, candy-filled Halloween event.

Organizers plan to secure safe routes and provide clear directions—ensuring a family-friendly celebration.

Communities across Mississippi are preparing for Halloween with haunted houses, costume parties, and family events scheduled statewide.

In Hattiesburg, the 13th Annual Halloween Parade will feature music, floats, and costumed characters on Hardy Street on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.

Presbyterian Christian School broke ground on a new multi-purpose center on its elementary school campus that will include a new gym+rooms for fine and performing arts.

Head of School Jimmy Messer said the project, part of the Onward and Upward campaign that has reached 86 percent of its 4,025,000 dollar goal, will allow the school to move its preschool onto the campus, improve facilities for 900 students and be complete by fall 2026.

Oak Grove Middle School Ambassadors shadowed county leaders on Thursday as they toured the board of supervisors meeting and Lamar County School District office.

The students learned about leadership roles in politics and education — experiences that may shape their future career paths.

Southern Miss police are reminding fans to be safe as campus will host homecoming events such as the parade, Eagle Walk, and a Sun Belt football game on Saturday — drivers are urged to plan extra time due to road closures along West Fourth Street, Hardy Street, U.S. 49 and 38th Avenue. Extra officers from several agencies will be on campus — they urge anyone to report suspicious activity.

State Treasurer David McRae announced on Thursday that nearly 4,700 Mississippians will soon receive over $1 million in unclaimed money from the state treasury—checks returned after matching uncashed tax returns and paychecks.

The state’s unclaimed money department has returned nearly $300 million over 40 years, with more than $150 million issued since McRae took office in 2020.

Hundreds of parents, educators, and health professionals gathered in Hattiesburg at the annual ADHD conference where doctors explained that ADHD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder with symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity—particularly noting that the most common type is attention deficit disorder. The conference will resume today at 7:30 a.m. at Lake Terrace Convention Center.

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.

CitiLimitz Concert

7-11 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of CitiLimitz performing live music from their popular soundtrack.