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Laurel animal shelter may be forced to close its doors
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – A Jones County animal shelter is asking the community for help before it could be forced to close its doors. Officials with the Laurel Animal Rescue League Shelter said they’re in dire need of donations. “We run solely on donations. And right after Christmas, generally, the first of the year is […]
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...
USM symphony director to conduct final concert Saturday night
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The director of the University of Southern Mississippi Symphony Orchestra will conduct his last concert Saturday night in Hattiesburg. Michael A. Miles, USM orchestral activities director, is retiring after spending 39 years in higher education. Miles has been at Southern Miss for 16 years and has...
Jones College’s Dr. Theresa Sanchez named MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow
ELLISVILLE – Jones College music and piano faculty, Dr. Theresa Sanchez of Hattiesburg, was recently honored by Music Teachers National Association as an MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow during the 2024 MTNA National Conference. The MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow program offers a meaningful method of recognition for individuals who have made outstanding contributions to music teaching. The award is bestowed when a peer or group of peers donates $1,500 to the MTNA FOUNDATION FUND in an individual’s name.
OGHS Theatre brings ‘Percy Jackson’ to the stage
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Oak Grove High School Theatre is bringing Percy Jackson to life this weekend. “The Lightning Thief” is an action-packed musical filled with Greek gods and their offspring with lighting effects, fighting, dance and more. The cast is comprised of about 50 students, ranging in age...
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