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Photography exhibit features work of Hattiesburg native
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – A photography exhibition “Capturing Community,” featuring the work of Hattiesburg native Earlie Hudnall, Jr., will be held at Historic Eureka School this summer. “Capturing Community” is an exhibition featuring 40 photographs of the Marine Corps veteran. Hudnall is best known for his works of African American children and the elderly. According […]
Hattiesburg holds events to celebrate National Police Week
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Hattiesburg Police Department has announced several events this week in honor of National Police Week. “Our department is proud to recognize Police Week and express our gratitude to our officers for their unwavering dedication,” said Hattiesburg Police Chief Hardy Sims. “Our officers do their best every day to exhibit the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, and their contributions to our community are truly invaluable.”
People from these metros are looking to buy homes in Hattiesburg
Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country but remain high even as more homes come to the market this spring. Record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That’s causing potential homeowners to expand […]
Hattiesburg honors two officers killed in line of duty 9 years ago
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – It has been nine years since the tragic deaths of Hattiesburg police officers Benjamin Deen and Liquori Tate. On Thursday, May 9, Hattiesburg officials gathered with the officers’ families to remember Deen and Tate. “We stand here and speak the names of Benjamin Deen and Liquori Tate, so they and their […]
Hub City announces $2.2 M grant for next development phase of Gordon’s Creek project
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - On Monday, Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker announced a significant grant from the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF) for $2,246,419 to continue the ambitious development of Gordon’s Creek into a key landmark for eco-tourism. This project enters its next phase with a total project budget...
Two wanted for Hattiesburg auto burglary
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg police are working to identify two auto burglary suspects. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 4 around 10:00 p.m. in the 3100 Block of Hardy Street. Surveillance pictures showed the two persons of interest inside a convenience store. Anyone with information can contact Hattiesburg police or Crime Stoppers.
Ozzie Pratt slams Oxford after Southern Miss baseball’s win against Ole Miss
HATTIESBURG — A simple glance at the box score and Southern Miss baseball’s roster connects the perfect fairytale. A Golden Eagle from Oxford — the home of Ole Miss — providing the go-ahead RBI and a stunning defensive play against the Rebels in a crucial victory in May. But Ozzie Pratt, a shortstop who...
Hattiesburg's outdoor recreation will get a little greener with Gordon's Creek trails
Hattiesburg has seen significant growth in recent years, and that includes the addition of recreational opportunities that add to the ambiance of living in the Hub City. During a news conference Monday, Mayor Toby Barker announced the city would be investing roughly $3 million in creating walking trails along Gordon's Creek.
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