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Hattiesburg
Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
Good morning, Hattiesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Garett Pitts was fatally struck by a vehicle on Highway 49 in Forrest County, with an ongoing investigation into the accident. WDAM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Johnny Morris and Hailey Cole, allegedly connected to a Colorado murder, were arrested in Mississippi after an 11-day interstate search. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi's film industry experienced growth through a focus on independent filmmaking, defying the nationwide slowdown caused by strikes and positioning the state as a unique setting for movie production. SuperTalk Mississippi Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and counties are assessing damage after severe weather on December 28, 2024, resulted in two deaths, 10 injuries, and impacted 20 counties. WDAM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi laws allow the sale of beer, wine, and liquor on New Year's Day, with extended hours for on-site consumption and specific regulations for off-site sales. Hattiesburg American
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Deuce Vance, Hattiesburg High's standout quarterback, reflects on his memorable final season and discusses his future playing cornerback for South Alabama, emphasizing lifelong lessons and a strong work ethic. WDAM
- ➤ Deuce Vance was named WDAM Player of the Year for his exceptional performance as both quarterback and defensive back for Hattiesburg. WDAM
- ➤ Denijay Harris leads Southern Miss to victory against William Carey with a career-best performance. WDAM
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