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Hattiesburg
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hattiesburg native Thelma Knox is calling for volunteers to clean and maintain Gillis-Burkett Cemetery at 1921 James St in Palmers Crossing on Nov. 5 at 8:30 a.m.—the historic site, which holds graves of military veterans and previously enslaved people, has become overgrown as her family has struggled to secure county support since 2018. WDAM
- ➤ Tuesday night, costumed pets and their owners gathered at Fields of Barktopia Dog Park for Hub City Humane Society’s first Tricks for Treats Halloween event that raised funds for veterinary care and shelter upgrades (the new building still needs electricity, plumbing, and kennels). The donor-funded organization relies on community support to care for its shelter animals. WDAM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Celtie Wade, Pine Grove’s director of Business Operations, earned Forrest General’s Employee of the Year award after nearly 30 years of dedicated work. She is known for her empathetic leadership that continues to guide her team. WDAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Jones High School's band won two trophies at the 6A State Marching Band Championship on Saturday — they earned third place in both the Music category and overall, marking their best finish in school history. WDAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss Rebels have nearly locked in a playoff spot after beating Oklahoma on Oct. 25— they will need to win their remaining home games, including a regular-season finale at Mississippi State, while Oklahoma faces an uphill battle to join the playoff. Hattiesburg American
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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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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.
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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.
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CitiLimitz Concert
7-11 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of CitiLimitz performing live music from their popular soundtrack.
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Hobble Then Gobble 2025 5 Mile Run and 2 Mile Walk
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Lake Serene Clubhouse — Registration fee — Start your Thanksgiving with a run or walk to burn off some calories before feasting.
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