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Children’s lit collection at University of Southern Mississippi hits 60 and still growing
HATTIESBURG — Katie Herndon, curator of the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at the University of Southern Mississippi, opens a box and pulls out several original illustrations of “Curious George.” They are as fresh and captivating as the little monkey’s mischief in the classic books by H.A. and Margret Rey.
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This Mississippi Vintage Store Built a Free Beetlejuice Walkthrough, Down to the Shrimp Hands
A vintage store in downtown Hattiesburg, Mississippi, has built a walk-through Beetlejuice movie set, from the Afterlife waiting room to a sandworm bursting out of the wall, and it’s free. The Lucky Rabbit’s fan-made Betelgeuse walkthrough is back for its third Halloween, open weekends through November 1. Inside...
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Artists invited to design sculpture for Hattiesburg park
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art (HAPA) is inviting professional artists from across the country to submit proposals for a large-scale sculpture that will become part of Montague Sculpture Park, a new permanent sculpture park in downtown Hattiesburg. The Call for Artists seeks an artist or artist team to design, fabricate and […]
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Laurel Loblolly Festival lineup features Rockin’ Jason Williams
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – The Laurel Loblolly Festival will be held on October 3, 2026. Organizers announced legendary entertainer Rockin’ Jason D. Williams, Jeff Bates, and Paulette Carlson, the voice of Highway 101 will join south Mississippi artist Holley Rumbarger will perform on the stage at Central on West End.
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6 Seasonal Soup Recipes for Chilly Weather
Temperatures are dropping across the South, and we are all dusting off our crockpots and deep cast iron dutch ovens in preparation for soup season. One of our many favorite things about the transition from summer to fall is the food. Households start to smell like apples, pumpkins, and spice blends, with something hot always on the stove. Delicious seasonal soups keep well for leftovers, feed a lot of people, and make for a simple, one-pot meal when you don’t want a big cleanup. We chose six soup recipes that combine autumnal flavors with seasonal veggies to make your chilly evenings cozy.
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Weekend Preview: Water run, Oktoberfest, & more!
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The weekend is packed with fun and exciting events! Check them out below:. HBURG: 21st Annual Historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival 🔴🟢⚫🟡. 📆 Dates: Sept. 24 - Sept. 26. ⏰ Times: View full schedule HERE. 📍 Location: Mobile Street in Downtown...
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Longtime Wiggins favorite ‘Frosty Mug’ gets fresh new look with facade grant
WIGGINS, Miss. (WLOX) — A beloved local dining staple in Wiggins is sporting a fresh new look. On Tuesday morning, leaders from Mississippi Power and the Stone County Economic Development Partnership presented a $4,750 check to the Frosty Mug, which represents matching funds to offset facade improvements. The total project investment was $9,500.
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Park(ing) Day Brings Downtown Hattiesburg Together
Parking spaces became places for art, food and community connections as the Downtown Hattiesburg Association brought Park(ing) Day to the Pine Belt. Launched in 2005 by San Francisco-based art and design studio Rebar, Park(ing) Day is a volunteer-led global movement that transforms parking spaces into temporary parks, pop-up restaurants and art exhibits for one day each September. The event brings together artists, activists and residents to inspire change and build community.
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New ‘On a Roll’ theme set for Hattiesburg Restaurant Week
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – VisitHATTIESBURG announced the ninth annual Hattiesburg Restaurant Week will take place October 11-17, 2026. This year’s theme is “On A Roll,” and local restaurants will be taking on the challenge of serving specially rolled or wrapped items for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between. “Hattiesburg Restaurant Week has become one […]
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Mississippi Pecan Festival Brings Over 250 Vendors Together For A Weekend Of Food, Shopping And Fun
Festivals used to bring people together from across the entire region, places to trade, earn a living, and simply have a good time. Today, events like this Mississippi Pecan Festival mostly aim to preserve that tradition. Vendors fill the grounds for the entire weekend, offering food, shopping, and activities throughout...
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‘Nite of the Marauding Pirates’ coming to Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – In downtown Hattiesburg, the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum is getting ready for another pirate attack. On October 10, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum and Pocket Alley next to the Historic Saenger Theater will host the “Nite of the Marauding Pirates.”
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‘Cat in the Hat’ coming to Hattiesburg in 2027
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – A cherished Dr. Seuss book will be brought to life on stage in Hattiesburg Seanger Theater next year. The live performance of “The Cat in the Hat” will be held on February 22, 2027. Based on the beloved children’s book, the show takes the well-known characters and lighthearted chaos to the […]
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Mississippi Shoppers Know This Discount Market Is The Place To Shop On A Budget
In a time when prices for everything keep climbing, discount markets are genuinely regaining their value. This Mississippi market draws crowds specifically because of the quality it offers on a budget. Shelves rotate constantly, featuring overstock and closeout items alongside everyday grocery staples. Regulars check back often, since inventory changes...
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‘She has to do things on her own terms’: Hattiesburg Zoo excited for new tiger to enter habitat
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Just four months after the passing of their beloved Bunga, the Hattiesburg Zoo welcomed a new Malayan tiger this week. Hailing all the way from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ava, the Malayan tiger, is expected to call the Hattiesburg Zoo home for the rest of her life. “From...
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‘She has to do things on her own terms’: Hattiesburg Zoo excited for new tiger to enter habitat
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Just four months after the passing of their beloved Bunga, the Hattiesburg Zoo welcomed a new Malayan tiger this week. Hailing all the way from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ava, the Malayan tiger, is expected to call the Hattiesburg Zoo home for the rest of her life. “From...