Good morning, Hattiesburg.

After SNAP benefits were delayed, Edwards Street Fellowship Center handed out nearly 500 grocery bags in four hours on Monday—almost double its usual count—as families sought help amid rising uncertainty.

South Forrest County Food Pantry is stocking up for a busy weekend drive and urges local donations at Hattiesburg drop-off points.

A local woman said she found a monkey in her front yard—an unusual event that has neighbors wondering how the animal got there.

Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning released enrollment data showing that seven of eight public universities increased their fall enrollment from 2024 to 2025 while Alcorn State University dropped 3.2%—total enrollment reached 81,961 students with Mississippi State University for Women growing by 8.1%.

USM Lady Eagles won 77-56 over Northern Illinois Monday night at Reed Green Coliseum (coach Missy Bilderback's debut) with 12 3-pointers and Meloney Thames scoring 16 points.

The team will host William Carey University Friday at 11 a.m. (Education Day game).

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.