Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Rainforest Car Wash is collecting toys for Christmas until December 6th—donations are accepted on site to help local families celebrate the holiday.

Fieldhouse for the Homeless served food to over 100 people on Thanksgiving morning; donated food and utensils (from local groups) and community volunteers (helping to fix plates) supported the event.

Retailers in Mississippi are setting different Black Friday hours (Nov.

28) as Walmart, Target, and Best Buy open at 6 a.m., while Kohl's and JCPenney start at 5 a.m., and other stores follow their own schedules.

Retailers in the Pine Belt are preparing for Black Friday today—adding staff and extending hours to manage heavy shopper traffic.

They expect the preparations to drive local sales as customers look for special deals.

Mississippi teachers say they need a pay raise as low wages and rising health insurance costs force many to take extra jobs—some even hold a second job to cover expenses.

Lawmakers will discuss teacher pay during the 2026 session as they work to support the education sector.

Heidelberg High School is hosting Mize in a rematch for the Class 2A South State championship football game with kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. tonight—both teams planning to secure the title.

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.

Ragin' Cajuns at Golden Eagles Women's Basketball

7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Reed Green Coliseum — Cost info not available — Southern Miss faces off against Louisiana-Lafayette in a competitive Sun Belt matchup.

The Nutcracker by World Ballet Company

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Christmas with a stunning ballet performance featuring Tchaikovsky's beloved score.

World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Tickets available — Experience a magical holiday classic with breathtaking performances and enchanting storytelling.