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Today’s edition · Thurs., Nov. 12

Forrest County AHS is searching for a new head football coach

Plus, four Petal Panthers sign with college baseball programs.

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Forrest County AHS is searching for a new head football coach after moving on from Bo Russum

The Aggies slipped from 6-⁠4 in 2025 to 3-⁠7 in 2026

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Source: WDAM

If you follow the Forrest County Aggies, there's a job opening. Forrest County Agricultural High School in Brooklyn is looking for a new head football coach after moving on from Bo Russum following two seasons. The job is posted on the Mississippi High School Activities Association's website ahead of the 2027 season.

Superintendent Dr. Will Wheat confirmed the change Wednesday and declined to discuss personnel details. WDAM reports the search begins immediately.

“We're moving in a new direction and excited about the future, excited about the possibilities.”

Dr. Will Wheat, Forrest County AHS superintendent

Russum went 9-11 in two seasons, and the Aggies slid from 6-4 in 2025 to 3-7 in 2026.

  • Playoffs: Class 4A both seasons, out in the first round each time
  • 2026 region: 1-3 in Region 8-4A, the No. 3 seed
  • Russum stays on as a teacher at the school

Russum's two seasons in numbers

9-11
overall record in two seasons
4-4
in region play
11-21
career record as a head coach

Source: HubCitySPOKES

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News Notes

Signing Day

Four Petal Panthers signed letters of intent at Wednesday's National Signing Day ceremony. Petal is the defending Class 7A state champion. HubCitySPOKES

Four Petal Panthers are headed to college baseball

PlayerSigned with
Cooper GigerOle Miss
Fischer HowellMississippi State
Deacon CrumHinds Community College
Bryce WrenPearl River Community College

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Veterans Day

Hattiesburg honored veterans Wednesday at its annual Veterans Day Service at Veterans Memorial Park. Robert Hall was recognized as the city's Veteran of the Year. WDAM

Extra Table

gave boxes of chickens to 20 Pine Belt food pantries Wednesday for its 'Give 'Em a Bird' campaign. If you'd like to chip in, $15 provides three whole chickens. WDAM

Petal Food Boxes

If you get monthly food assistance from the , Thanksgiving boxes are available up to Nov. 12. You have to sign up for a box separately. HubCitySPOKES

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Around Mississippi

Southern Miss Signee

Kosciusko High School senior Rece Atkinson signed a National Letter of Intent Wednesday to pitch at Southern Miss. He struck out 18 batters in 10 innings across four appearances in 2026. BreezyNews.com

18strikeouts for Rece Atkinson in 10 innings in 2026

The Kosciusko right-hander pitched in four appearances and allowed two earned runs, a 1.40 ERA.

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Rural Veterans

Greene County Veterans Service Officer Shonna Pierce says a lack of awareness is one of the biggest issues she sees among veterans seeking benefits. The county has more than 600 veterans. RHCJC

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Imagine decorating an entire house in 3½ weeks. Senior interior design students at Southern Miss did exactly that this fall, turning an empty new-construction home into a fully designed space for the seventh annual Designer Showhouse. They worked with local mentors and about 12 area businesses. Talk about a deadline.

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Forrest County AHS is searching for a new head football coach

Plus, four Petal Panthers sign with college baseball programs.

The TLDR

  1. Forrest County AHS is searching for a new head football coach
  2. Pick your Friday night football game
  3. Four Petal Panthers sign with college baseball programs
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    Also reported byHubCitySPOKES

  3. WDAM10 hours ago

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  4. WDAM11 hours ago

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    HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Veterans in Hattiesburg were honored for their service and sacrifice on November 11, 2026. The celebration included a parade along Hardy Street followed by a ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park, where veterans, families and community members gathered to show their appreciation. The celebration was a special opportunity for veteran’s to see

  6. HubCitySPOKES13 hours ago

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