Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Hattiesburg Mayor Tobby Barker and the Southern Miss community inaugurated the holiday season with their annual Lighting the Way event, featuring a 16-foot Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
A bicycle shop owner in Hattiesburg incentivizes the removal of misleading no-cost healthcare signs to protect the community.
Southern Pines Animal Shelter highlights two-month-old kitten Benji as their Pet of the Week, with reduced adoption fees thanks to the Bissel Pet Foundation.
🚨 Crime
A teenager at Oak Grove High School in Mississippi is having open heart surgery following a stabbing incident, with a fellow student arrested on charges related to the altercation.
Three individuals were indicted on multiple charges, including capital murder, in connection with the murder of University of Southern Mississippi player MJ Daniels.
🎭 Culture
The Lewis family in Purvis, Mississippi, celebrates 36 years of their Christmas tradition, showcasing over 200,000 lights and 300+ holiday art pieces, attracting visitors globally.
🏈 Sports
The Hattiesburg Tigers aim for their first state championship since 1924 in the upcoming 6A football game, with extensive community support rallying behind them.
The Family Y and Hattiesburg Elks Lodge #599 are hosting a free Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest for kids aged 8 to 13, offering winners a chance to compete in a national competition in Chicago.
🎉 Hattiesburg Events
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The Nutcracker Performance by South Mississippi Ballet Theatre
A family-friendly production of 'The Nutcracker' showcasing the talented dancers of South Mississippi Ballet Theatre with professional costumes and hand-painted sets.
The Nutcracker Performance by South Mississippi Ballet Theatre
The South Mississippi Ballet Theatre presents its 15th Annual production of the Christmas classic 'The Nutcracker', featuring a blend of professional dancers and students in a family-friendly performance.
The Nutcracker Performance by South Mississippi Ballet Theatre
The Nutcracker, a Christmas classic, is brought to life by the South Mississippi Ballet Theatre through a talented cast of professional and pre-professional dancers in a family-friendly performance.
Lights of the Wild - Festive Animal Light Displays
The Hattiesburg Zoo's 'Lights of the Wild' features large-scale light displays of animals and plants, creating a vibrant holiday atmosphere.
Marshall Thundering Herd vs USM Golden Eagles Men's Basketball Game
The Golden Eagles face off against the Marshall Thundering Herd in a college basketball matchup.
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