Good morning, Hattiesburg.

The Ursid meteor shower will peak Sunday night, giving viewers in Hattiesburg a chance to see up to 10 meteors per hour if they move to dark sky spots like Bienville National Forest.

Forecasts show partly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of rain, so dress warmly for the winter chill.

Hattiesburg-based Pine Belt Veterans Task Force seeks sponsors for a veterans resource fair on Feb.

19 at Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center & additional outreach projects. Call 601-544-5115 for sponsorship details.

Hub City Humane Society is completing its new 3,500 sqft facility for puppies with a Petco grant having funded the exterior while local professionals are invited to help with electrical, plumbing and floor sealing, and donations are welcomed to finish the project.

Mississippi Comic Con 2026 will host special guests including Chris Sarandon, Lou Diamond Phillips, Kel Mitchell, Lee Majors + Lindsay Wagner.

The convention will take place June 26 to 28 at the Mississippi Trade Mart with advance tickets available online.

Jimmy Boyd, a Mississippi native, first recorded the Christmas classic 'I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus' in 1952 and the song quickly topped charts despite radio station bans over its cheeky lyrics.

It remains a holiday staple with covers by many famous artists.

STARBASE Mississippi is offering free STEAM instruction for local 5th graders this spring semester at the 172nd Airlift Wing of the Mississippi Air National Guard.

The program partners with local schools to provide hands-on learning and plans to expand to older students in the future.

HII Ingalls Shipbuilding has been selected by the U.S. Navy to design and build a small surface combatant for the Golden Fleet based on its proven NSC design.

The ship will begin construction once the contract is awarded and is expected to be in the water by 2028.

A new study by the American Heart Association linked uterine fibroids to a possible increase in heart disease risk in women under 40, and Dr. David Sullivan of South Central Regional Medical Center said more research is needed.

He advised women to consult their gynecologist if they are concerned.

Ole Miss plays Tulane today at 2:30 p.m. in their first College Football Playoff matchup as the Rebels, now without Lane Kiffin, seek a repeat of their 45-10 win while new defensive coach Pete Golding directs adjustments.

Mississippi offers many hunting opportunities in January and February for deer, small game and migratory birds in different management units; youth, gun-with-dogs, and archery seasons have specific dates (check regulations online).

Hunters are reminded to update their licenses since auto-renewal is not available, ensuring proper compliance when heading out.

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.

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.

Hattiesburg Renaissance Festival

12:00 – 11:30 p.m. — SwitchYard — $15 – $20 — Experience the magic of medieval celebration with crafts, music, and festivities in the heart of Hattiesburg.

Vision Board Party: Vision and Vibes Social

12-3 a.m. — 101 Shadow Lake Dr, Hattiesburg, MS — Included with ticket — Connect with like-minded individuals while creating vision boards and enjoying poetry vibes and food.