Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Southern Pine Electric held its annual membership meeting in Taylorsville on November 13th; members gathered at 9:30 a.m. to meet with management, and groups like Covington County Hospital & Mississippi State University’s cybersecurity mobile unit attended while door prizes, including a retired fleet vehicle, were raffled.

Hub City Humane Society is working to help local pet owners keep their pets by launching programs that offer temporary financial assistance and pet care advice.

The organization plans to support families facing economic challenges and aims to prevent pet relinquishments during this tough period.

The United Way of the Pine Belt Region began setting up Prancer Path in Laurel on Thursday — ExxonMobil Pipeline employees helped move and decorate Library Street as the event is set to open on Nov.

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On November 13th, the Mississippi Arts Commission awarded $4 million to 17 organizations for repairs, renovations, and new construction at community arts centers statewide — including a $400,000 grant for upgrades at the Hattiesburg Welcome Center, and all grantees have two years to finish their projects.

The Mississippi Department of Education reported that 85% of third graders passed the reading test for the 2024-25 school year—a rate very similar to last year's but slightly lower than pre-pandemic levels.

Students get three chances to score at least a 3 to advance to fourth grade, and those who do not pass after three tries are held back.

Today, PRCC Forrest County campus paused to remember and honor servicemembers by holding a memorial event that brought together students and staff to reflect on their sacrifices—organizers said the event aimed to pay tribute to those who served our country.

After the longest federal shutdown ended earlier this week, the Mississippi Department of Human Services resumed full SNAP benefits so that recipients from the 14th to the 21st get complete payments while those from the 4th to the 13th will receive the remainder of November’s benefits soon—December benefits will be issued as scheduled.

NASA and L3Harris Technologies conducted a 500-second RS-25 engine hot fire test on November 12 at Stennis Space Center in Hancock County, reaching 111% of its rated power level + the engine will power the SLS rocket’s four RS-25 engines for NASA’s Artemis V mission.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced lane closures along two sections of Interstate 59 starting Monday from Moselle to McPhail Road—crews will begin final asphalt work at 6:30 a.m. with work expected to finish in 10 days, including additional closures near the U.S. 49 interchange.

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.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Grill and Grocery — Tickets required — Celebrate the festive season in your most outrageous holiday attire with games, contests, and a jolly good time.