Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Residents in Pine Belt worked Saturday to collect food for local pantries hurt by a government shutdown—Hattiesburg police, firefighters and Cub Scouts helped at Walmart locations on Highways 98 and 49 as well as in Petal to support families in need.

Robin Roberts, co-anchor at Good Morning America, was named InStyle’s Woman of Impact for November.

She began her career at WDAM 7 in Hattiesburg in 1983—watching her sister work as a weather forecaster at age 12 sparked her love of journalism.

Camp Shelby introduced three new races to raise funds for Youth Challenge scholarships.

Officials say the races will give local students more opportunities to learn and grow.

Ole Miss beat Citadel 49-0 on Nov.

8 and will host Florida on Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. on ESPN; the game draws extra buzz as Coach Lane Kiffin—rumored as a candidate—remained neutral on job chatter after Florida fired Billy Napier.

Mississippi State football quarterback Blake Shapen left the game on November 8 after a hard hit on his blindside against Georgia and was taken to the locker room — he later returned in uniform but did not re-enter the game.

This was his second straight game with an injury following an evaluation for a concussion during the Arkansas win on November 1.

Southern Miss beat Arkansas State 27-21 on November 8 when backup quarterback Landry Lyddy stepped in after Braylon Braxton’s injury and led two scoring drives.

The Golden Eagles defense forced six turnovers—three by defensive back Josh Moten—to help secure the win.

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.