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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. SM2 Media
- ➤ A bicycle shop owner in Hattiesburg incentivizes the removal of misleading no-cost healthcare signs to protect the community. WDAM
- ➤ 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. WDAM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. WDAM
- ➤ Three individuals were indicted on multiple charges, including capital murder, in connection with the murder of University of Southern Mississippi player MJ Daniels. WDAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. WDAM
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Hattiesburg Tigers aim for their first state championship since 1924 in the upcoming 6A football game, with extensive community support rallying behind them. WDAM
- ➤ 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. WDAM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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