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Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new non-profit in Hattiesburg hosted a golf tournament to raise over $6,000 for veterans facing mental health challenges. WDAM
- ➤ Hattiesburg offers various Christmas light displays, including Light Up the Trace, the 36th annual Lewis Lights, Hattiesburg Zoo's Lights of the Wild, and others for family-friendly holiday entertainment. Hattiesburg American
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three convicted sex offenders in Mississippi were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for crimes against children, with sentences reflecting the severity of their offenses. WDAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 48th annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas in downtown Hattiesburg features 18,000 luminaries, carriage rides, tours of historic homes, and more, running this weekend from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. WDAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Southern Mississippi celebrated its fall commencement with graduates embarking on new journeys and country songwriter Craig Wiseman receiving an honorary doctorate. WDAM
- ➤ The University of Southern Mississippi's Fraternity and Sorority Life office held its annual celebration for graduating seniors, attended by President Joe Paul and others, to honor their achievements and future endeavors. SM2 Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hattiesburg completes a major lighting project on Veterans Memorial Drive to enhance night visibility and safety, funded by state and city contributions totaling over $800,000. WDAM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ HVAC technicians highlight the importance of choosing the right type of heater and maintaining it properly for better efficiency during cold snaps in South Mississippi. WDAM
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Presbyterian Christian School in Hattiesburg hires Richard Chambliss, a coach with a distinguished record and emphasis on building leadership, as its new head football coach. WDAM
- ➤ Charles Huff is actively retooling the Southern Miss football team for the 2025 season through the transfer portal, with several players already announced as joining or leaving the team. Hattiesburg American
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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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