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Southern Miss welcomes new class for fall semester
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - As students settle in and participate in activities ahead of the start of the fall semester, the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) welcomed a new class of Golden Eagles to campus. Freshmen and transfer students moved into their new homes August 18 through August 19, 2026....
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University of Southern Mississippi welcomes students back to campus in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - New and returning Golden Eagles are flocking to Hattiesburg this week. Freshmen unloaded their lives Tuesday at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) with the help of city leaders, family, and upperclassmen. “I remember giving tours over the summer, and it was like really empty,” student...
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Students return to Southeastern Baptist College, enrollment increases
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Wednesday was the first day of classes at Southeastern Baptist College in Laurel. “I thought it (college) was a perfect fit ever since I got here and stepped on campus,” said junior Aiden Jeansonne. “Everybody was super friendly.”. Students say the sense of family...
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Prep Football: 24 in 2026 — Maroon Tide looking to maintain high level of success
PICAYUNE — Some things have changed a bit for perennial state power Picayune over the past few seasons. After all, the Maroon Tide, who captured back-to-back state titles in 2021 and 2022 and have played for crowns six times in the past 15 years while winning five, haven’t made it back to the state final round since winning it all four years ago.
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Lamar defeats Simpson County Academy 29-14 in season opener
MENDENHALL, Miss. (WLBT) – Lamar defeated Simpson County Academy 29-14 Friday night in a MAIS season opener, using a punt block, an interception and a balanced offensive attack to pull away from the Cougars. Lamar takes control early. Lamar’s special teams unit set the tone early, with Briggs Calvert...
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Dr. Amanda Campbell Cooley: Transforming Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Faith, Excellence, and Purpose
Every child enters a classroom carrying an invisible story. Some arrive filled with confidence, while others carry self-doubt shaped by circumstances beyond their control. Some see endless possibilities ahead, while others have already begun believing the limitations placed upon them. The role of an educator, therefore, extends far beyond teaching lessons or preparing students for examinations. It is about helping young minds discover their worth before the world defines it for them.
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Pine Belt Blitz: Heidelberg High School
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WDAM) - A lot can change in a year. This time last year, Heidelberg football was on top of the world. The Oilers were the reigning Class 2A state champions and looked poised to win another. Heidelberg returned to the state championship game after another dominant season, but...
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Prep Football: Greene County’s schedule is full of “Southern Six” opponents
LEAKESVILLE — Even though Greene County lies just outside the “Southern Six” footprint, the Wildcats will once again see most of their regular season action against foes in that region this season. And, Greene County’s head coach is a familiar face in “Southern Six” circles as well....
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Lamar defeats Simpson County Academy 29-14 in season opener
MENDENHALL, Miss. (WLBT) - Lamar defeated Simpson County Academy 29-14 Friday night in a MAIS season opener, using a punt block, an interception and a balanced offensive attack to pull away from the Cougars. Lamar takes control early. Lamar’s special teams unit set the tone early, with Briggs Calvert blocking...
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Countdown to Kickoff 2026: Poplarville Hornets
POPLARVILLE, Miss. (WLOX) — The last two seasons for Poplarville football have been filled with some of the highest of highs and lowest of lows. 2024 saw the team take home the 4A state title by a single point, while the next year saw a crushing six point defeat in the south state championship.
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Pine Belt Blitz: Collins High School
COLLINS, Miss. (WDAM) - 2025 was another down year for Collins football. A 3-7 record, with the glory years feeling farther and farther away. But the Tigers want to get back to that level. And this year, they have a new motto guiding the way. “This year our motto is...
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William Carey University welcomes students back as on-campus living continues to grow
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - William Carey University welcomed students back to campus Thursday as freshmen and transfer students moved into the residence halls, kicking off a busy weekend of orientation and activities. Move-in day brought an all-hands-on-deck effort, with firefighters and other city leaders helping students and their families unload...
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William Carey University awards honorary doctorate to Hattiesburg community advocate James Moore
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - William Carey University (WCU) is honoring Hattiesburg community advocate James Moore for his years of work supporting people in recovery and their families. Moore was recently awarded an honorary doctorate of public service from the university, a recognition he says highlights the efforts to change the...
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Person of the Day | Caleb Smith: Jones College Professor’s Pop-Culture Lessons Land Him Humanities Award
Caleb Smith stood illuminated under the stage lights in the Jones College auditorium in Ellisville, Mississippi, on Jan. 28, 2026. Armed with his slides, an enthusiasm for the topic and a captive audience, Smith spoke to the crowd, delivering his lecture on the influences of popular culture. Smith paused occasionally...