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Hattiesburg
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hattiesburg held a ceremony to honor veterans and their service—local officials and groups attended the event. Leaders praised the sacrifices and contributions of service members and their families. WDAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The African American Military History Museum in downtown Hattiesburg is in a building that served as a USO Club for African Americans during World War Two. Director Latoya Norman said the museum features exhibits showing African Americans serving from the Revolutionary War to the War on Terror and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. WDAM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Gulf Coast dropped to an average of $2.51 per gallon for regular fuel on Monday from $2.58 last week—prices fell by about 21 cents since last month and are roughly 17% lower than the national average. Hattiesburg American
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Knox Academy, a Montessori school in Ellisville that serves 34 children, is raising $150,000 for a new playground with a sports court for daily play — the school will host its Pasta with a Purpose fundraiser on Nov. 21 where every meal supports the effort. WDAM
- ➤ Most Mississippi public universities saw enrollment grow this fall as overall numbers increased by 2.7% — with more than 81,961 students enrolled — while The W and Delta State recorded significant gains, including a 38% freshman jump. Other schools like Ole Miss and Mississippi State reached record enrollments, though Alcorn State experienced a slight decline. WLBT
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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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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.
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