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East Hardy Street bridge to reopen next week
FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The East Hardy Street bridge is expected to reopen early next week. Pine Belt News reported the bridge was supposed to reopen in mid-April, but the rainy conditions caused a delay. The old East Hardy Street bridge closed on January 22 for contractors to prepare to open a new bridge over the […]
School zone speeding cameras pilot program kicks off in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Hattiesburg Police Department officers using hand-held radar cameras are officially posted up on the corner of Hardy Street and 21st Avenue near Woodley Elementary and West 7th Street near Grace Christian Elementary. Right now, HPD is only using the new technology in the two school zones...
Deputies Arrest Two on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
Deputies detained two individuals on drug-related charges after conducting a routine traffic stop on Tee Rd. and Gumpond Beall Rd Late on April 14. In response to reports of suspected drug activity, deputies initiated a traffic stop involving a Red Honda vehicle for a traffic violation around 10:19 p.m. Identified as Seth Ladner (39), a […] The post Deputies Arrest Two on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop appeared first on Picayune Item.
Laurel YWCO celebrates 100 years in service
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Young Women’s Christian Organization (YWCO) in Laurel is celebrating its centennial this Saturday. As history continues to be made at the YWCO, Executive Director Brandy Thornton said the organization started in 1914. “We’ve had a lot of questions about that because we’re celebrating 100...
Hattiesburg seeks public’s feedback to improve road safety
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The City of Hattiesburg asked neighbors to share their input on how to improve road safety. A series of meetings are being held to survey residents about their transportation concerns in the city. It’s part of the Safe Roads Hattiesburg Initiative. On Tuesday, Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker spoke with students at […]
How gas prices have changed in Hattiesburg in the last week
Fuel prices continued to rise through Monday. A gallon of regular gasoline hit an average of $3.68, up about 4 cents from a week earlier. Prices are now at their highest point so far this year, according to data from AAA. Oil prices have been holding steady the past few days, as traders anxiously watched […]
Laurel Lady Golden Tornadoes' to host upcoming Sneaker Ball
Laurel High School will be hosting a celebration and is calling on all members of the Laurel School District Family, Community, Friends, and surrounding areas to join them for this momentous occasion. The event will be a Sneaker Ball, promising a night filled with fun, excitement, and giving back. Details:
Leadership Jones County to host Bass Tournament for Lake Bogue Homa Restoration Project
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Jones County leaders are partnering up for the Lake Bogue Homa Restoration Project. People who live near Lake Bogue Homa want to see it refreshed and revamped. “It’s unfortunate that they don’t receive a lot of funding here,” said Talia Steve, Leadership Jones County member....
Here are the road closures for Friday events in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – On Friday, April 26, 2024, both the Extra Table Farm to Fork Crit and Live at Five will take place in Downtown Hattiesburg. Below is a list of notes for navigating the downtown area for both events: The bike route will take place throughout the footprint of Downtown Hattiesburg and will […]
Petal Primary School hosting ‘Kindergarten Round Up’ this week
PETAL, Miss. (WDAM) - The Petal School District is asking parents to come out this week for “Kindergarten Round Up.”. The event gives families a chance to get kids pre-registered ahead of the new school year. Petal Primary School will be having in-house screenings Thursday for kids in local...
Hattiesburg Zoo hosting 2nd Sensory Day of 2024 on Sunday
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The second Sensory Day event for 2024 will take place this Sunday at the Hattiesburg Zoo. This event is focused on individuals who have sensory needs. While the zoo can be a bustling attraction, filled with plenty of sounds and movement that could possibly trigger an...
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