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Hattiesburg
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Giving Tuesday helped highlight the Season of Giving as local charities rallied support from residents—organizers said the event spurred donations and volunteer efforts for community programs. WDAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi law does not ban sleeping in cars, but local rules can limit how long you may park at rest stops, highways, or private parking lots—drivers should check with property managers before using parking lots to sleep. Using safe spots like truck stops or 24-hour gyms can help ensure a secure overnight stay. Hattiesburg American
- ➤ Mississippi was the latest stop for the Flag Sojourn 250 when three U.S. Air Force members raised a flag over the Governor’s Mansion — after Gov. Tate Reeves and First Lady Elee Reeves spoke. The flag will travel to Arkansas — and other spots as part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration. Mississippi Today
- ➤ Petal’s 3% sales tax collected about $1.4 million for FY2025 from restaurants and bars, averaging $120,000 per month while funding local tourism and park improvements. City officials said the revenue will pay for projects such as upgrades to Willie Hinton Park — and a new Matthew’s Branch walkway funded partly by state grants. WDAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bralan Womack, the top high school safety and number two prospect in Mississippi, flipped his commitment from Auburn to Mississippi State on December 1 — his move comes after uncertainty at Auburn and is expected to boost Mississippi State’s recruiting class. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Ole Miss will appear in its first College Football Playoff if the selection committee does not change its decision after the team moved up to No.6 in Tuesday night’s rankings. The Rebels finished the season 11-1 and will host a round one matchup at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium if the playoffs are held on Dec. 19. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
- ➤ Mississippi high school football state championships will be held at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville from Dec.4 to Dec.6 with all seven games livestreamed on the NFHS Network and live scores available on Clarion Ledger. Hattiesburg’s football team faces Warren Central on Dec.5 at 7:30 p.m.—tickets cost $15 via the GoFan app. Hattiesburg American
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only way out is through.
~ Robert Frost
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