Good morning, Hattiesburg.

On Saturday, the Edwards Street Fellowship Center partnered with local businesses to host the 13th Annual Empty Bowls event at Main Street Gallery—where guests received a handcrafted bowl and lunch to support a food pantry that now serves about 2,000 households monthly.

Residents enjoyed a community harvest celebration at Hub Complex, which organizers called 'a blessing' for uniting neighbors—offering fun activities and a chance to strengthen local bonds.

The event continues to provide an opportunity for residents to celebrate the harvest season together.

Food pantries remain open across Central Mississippi and the Pine Belt to help families facing high food insecurity—driven by economic downturns and a federal shutdown limiting SNAP benefits, and more than 430 churches and nonprofits distribute food statewide.

Boots on the Ground by Project Gap held a community harvest celebration on Saturday at the Mississippi Hub Complex on Highway 49 to provide free snacks and hygiene items to families in need and the homeless community—this first event at the renovated hotel helps more locals get needed support.

Tenth grader Savannah Harrington of Purvis High shares daily weather forecasts from her front porch, with her parents posting her videos on Facebook.

She said she loves weather and hopes to work in broadcast meteorology soon—her teachers have helped fuel her dream.

The MHSAA 2025 football playoffs will begin on Nov.

7 for Classes 1A-4A — marking the first season of new team placements — and will continue with Classes 5A-7A on Nov. 14, with games streamed live on NFHS Network. The schedule sets multiple first-round matchups at various locations across the state and reflects changes in reclassification.

Ole Miss avoided a trap game against South Carolina with a 30—14 win Saturday night and improved its record to 8—1, keeping playoff hopes alive.

The Rebels controlled the game with strong offense and defense and will face Citadel next week.

Mississippi State starting quarterback Blake Shapen left the game against Arkansas on Nov.

1 after he was injured on the first play of the second half & freshman Kamario Taylor replaced him by throwing a 45-yard touchdown that gave the Bulldogs a 14-13 lead.

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.

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.

DJ D.Reau Concert

11 PM - 2 AM — Brewsky's — Ticket required — Dance to the beats of DJ D.Reau in Hattiesburg's lively atmosphere.