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Sims Road relief bridge reopens 2 months ahead of schedule

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A major Forrest County bridge project is complete, and drivers are back on Sims Road. After months of detours, drivers can now travel across the relief bridge on Sims Road. “I just hated it so much,” said Forrest County Board President Terri Bell. “They had...

Forrest County, MS · 13d

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Downtown Hattiesburg hosts Trick-or-Treat on Main Street

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - From costumes to candy, Downtown Hattiesburg is in the Halloween spirt as Trick-or-Treat on Main Street was held on October 26, 2026. Betsy Mercier, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Hattiesburg, said the event is a familiar Halloween tradition for families. "It brings...

Hattiesburg, MS · 14d

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Jones County woods fire ‘contained,’ 52 acres burned, MFC says

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A wildfire in Jones County has been brought under control by various emergency units Monday. According to the Jones County Sheriff’s Department, fire and emergency officials worked to reach a woods fire between Ben Thompson Road and Clinton Road near railroad tracks in Moselle.

Jones County, MS · 14d

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Jones County School District installs vape detectors in middle, high school bathrooms

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - The Jones County School District is cracking down on vaping with new detectors in middle and high schools. “It’s just a serious, serious problem, and we’re trying to do everything that we can to combat it,” said superintendent Dr. B.R. Jones. Every...

Jones County, MS · 14d

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Pack Folding Chairs For These 5 Mississippi Fall Festivals Where Admission Costs Nothing

Cool air, kettle corn, and a band tuning up on a courthouse lawn make autumn in Mississippi feel special. Better yet, plenty of small-town celebrations across the state never charge a cent to walk in. That means your family budget can go toward funnel cakes and pony rides instead of...

Madison, MS · 16d

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Bring A Short List And Some Patience To These 5 Mississippi Toy And Closeout Stores Before Christmas

Stocking stuffers have a sneaky way of adding up, one tiny toy at a time. Mississippi families can stretch that holiday budget much further by shopping at the right stores. From bargain chains to bin stores with falling prices and toy shops packed with retro finds, these five spots make filling stockings fun instead of stressful. Bring a list, bring some patience, and get ready to dig.

Mississippi · 15d

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Shad White expected to announce governor campaign soon

JACKSON, Miss. (WTVA) — State Auditor Shad White will announce his run for governor soon. The Republicans of Jones County announced on Facebook that White plans to launch his campaign on Nov. 9. WTVA reached out to White’s office; a representative only said his office plans to announce more...

Mississippi · 13d

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Jones County students, school administrators celebrate completion of new girls’ athletic facilities

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Students and administrators with Jones County Schools are celebrating the completion of a multi-million-dollar project to improve athletic facilities at all county high schools. A ribbon was cut Tuesday morning at Northeast Jones High School to celebrate the nearly $15 million project, which mostly affects...

Jones County, MS · 13d

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Shad White expected to announce governor campaign soon

Mississippi · 13d

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City Council talks Christmas and community initiatives

The Picayune City Council met at City Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 20, to discuss planning for the upcoming Christmas event, updates on a Highway 11 project, the skate park and […]

Picayune, MS · 13d

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Shad White expected to announce governor campaign soon

Mississippi · 13d

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Burn bans issued across South Mississippi amid dry conditions

SOUTH MISS, (WXXV) – Several South Mississippi communities have issued burn bans as dry conditions continue to increase the risk of wildfires across the region. The Wiggins Fire Department is warning residents that Stone County is under a burn ban through Nov. 2 due to dangerous fire conditions. Fire...

Stone County, MS · 14d

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Poll watcher training ahead of Election Day in Forrest County

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Forrest County Democrats held a training session to prepare volunteers to serve as poll watchers ahead of Election Day. “We’re volunteers to make sure that people have their rights protected; they feel comfortable voting,” Alex Pickle, a poll watcher in Forrest County, said.

Forrest County, MS · 14d

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MGCCC President Elected to the MDAH Board of Trustees

MGCCC CAMPUS (GG) — Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College President Mary S. Graham, Ph.D., has been elected to the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Board of Trustees. Graham of Perkinston replaces outgoing board member Nancy Carpenter of Columbus. The nomination must be confirmed by the Mississippi Senate. “Dr....

Mississippi · 15d

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Leaf River bridge reopened Friday

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - The Leaf River bridge on Sims Road reopened Friday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m., according to the Forrest County Board of Supervisors. Forrest County Emergency Management is asking the public to be aware that this is still an active construction zone. Motorists are asked to...

Forrest County, MS · 17d

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Three dead in separate weekend fires across Mississippi

LEFLORE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) announced three people died after weekend fires in Mississippi. The first fire occurred in Leflore County on October 16, 2026. According to investigators, Greenwood firefighters responded to Falcon Street, where they found Donnie Martin Williams, 78, inside a bedroom. Investigators ruled the fire accidental, […]

Mississippi · 19d

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Smith Co. Emergency Hospital sets single month record for number of patients treated

RALEIGH, Miss. (WDAM) - The recently opened Smith County Emergency Hospital has set a new facility record for the number of patients treated in one month. The hospital, which opened in February 2025, saw more than 440 patients for the month of August. That’s about 70 patients more than the...

Smith County, MS · 18d

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Rest in peace: Perry County Circuit Clerk Christy Mayo died

PERRY COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - Perry County Circuit Clerk Christy Pittman Mayo died Thursday, Oct. 22. The Perry County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement honoring her life and her contributions as a circuit clerk:. “A true pillar of our community was lost today. The Circuit Court, Perry County Courthouse,...

Perry County, MS · 18d

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Lumberton restaurant sells first alcoholic drinks since alcohol ordinance

LUMBERTON, Miss. (WDAM) - With a liquor license issued and months of waiting behind them, Jalisco Mexican restaurant in Lumberton had a steady flow of margaritas on Thursday. “We’re literally excited and we’ve seen everybody on our page ready for this moment,” said Yaneth Fuentes, one of the owners. “So, we just can’t wait to serve everybody today.”

Lumberton, MS · 18d

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