Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The University of Southern Mississippi's international students received Christmas gifts from the local community through the Hub City Wesley-sponsored 'Wesley Worldwide Wishes' program.
🚨 Crime
Five California men were arrested in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with over 1,800 pounds of marijuana and $148,000 in cash seized, facing various felony charges related to drug trafficking.
🎭 Culture
Mississippi author Drew Taylor's Christian Christmas romance novel, 'The Politics of Christmas,' capturing traditional and modern Southern culture, is set for a film adaptation.
Two Mississippi holiday attractions, Lights of the Wild at Hattiesburg Zoo and the Trees of Christmas at the Merrehope Estate, ranked in USA Today's 10Best for zoo lights and home tours, offering festive activities through December.
Hattiesburg unveils 'Midnight Harmony' as the official poster for the 2024 New Year's Eve celebration, highlighting community unity with the iconic Hub Sign.
🎓 Education
Mississippi lawmakers will reconsider a bill to enhance college financial aid, potentially benefiting 38,000 new students, backed by an analysis showing a positive return on investment.
Over 1,300 students at the University of Southern Mississippi are finalizing exams and graduations preparations, with resources available to aid their transition.
🏛️ Government
Attorney General Lynn Fitch stated that Auditor Shad White did not have the authority to spend $2 million on a consultant to identify waste in Mississippi state government, amidst disputes over the necessity and findings of the study.
🏥 Health
End It for Good, a nonprofit, champions alternative addiction treatments like psychedelic-assisted therapy to provide varied recovery options beyond traditional methods.
🎉 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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