Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Buck Pierce of Pierce Plumbing in Hattiesburg said homeowners should let water drip from hose bibs and indoor faucets—both hot and cold—to keep lines moving and prevent freezing when temperatures drop below 25 degrees.

He advised insulating exposed outdoor pipes with peel and stick armor flex or with towels and duct tape—steps that can save money by avoiding costly repairs.

Four Mississippi musicians received nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards from over 23,000 entries — Jamal Roberts earned a nod for gospel performance, Bobby Rush and Charlie Musselwhite were up for blues albums, and Hayley Williams received four solo nominations in rock and alternative music. The awards ceremony will be held on Feb. 1, 2026, in Los Angeles.

Mississippi is giving out up to 65% of SNAP benefits today to households whose payments were delayed by the federal shutdown while others will get their regular amounts later in November.

Full benefits will be provided once the federal government approves their release—Mississippi follows USDA guidance.

Mississippi’s only PGA tournament faces a risk of being dropped from the 2026 fall schedule if a new sponsor is not found soon—officials are negotiating with local companies amid competition from a new event in Asheville—and the tournament, a PGA stop since 1968, may need to move to another tour if a sponsor is not secured.

The USM women’s basketball team beat Blue Mountain Christian College (113-39) on Monday night at Reed Green Coliseum, with all 12 players scoring and the team remaining 3-0 this season.

They will travel on Thursday (6:30 p.m.) to face Jacksonville State at Pete Mathews Coliseum.

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin said DJ Lagway is hard to stop and his skills—along with team support—may decide if he stays in Oxford or moves to Florida.

Mississippi high school football playoff games will start Friday at 7 p.m.—the slate includes first-round matchups for larger schools with Oak Grove, Hattiesburg High School, and Stone set to host, while smaller schools will play second-round games in the Pine Belt area.

The schedule also lists road contests in the MIDS independent schools tournament as teams prepare for postseason play.

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.