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Temporary closure set for US 98 over I-59 in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – There will be a temporary bridge closure on U.S. 98 over Interstate 59 in Hattiesburg. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT), the closure will take place from 7:00 p.m. on October 9, 2026, until 4:00 a.m. on October 12, 2026. Crews will conduct structural maintenance in the area. MDOT […]
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Rising rates put Picayune metro’s vacation homes in focus
With mortgage rates climbing to 7.28% this week—their highest level in nearly three years—and fresh reporting highlighting mounting pressure in vacation-home markets, there’s a growing question about which communities have […]
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Mississippi State–Southern Miss exhibition at Keesler Federal Park canceled
An exhibition scheduled for Oct. 10 between Mississippi State and Southern Miss at Keesler Federal Park in Biloxi has been canceled due to expected inclement weather, SuperTalk Mississippi reported Oct. 6, 2026. The Oct. 9 matchup between Mississippi State and Auburn will still be played but on a different date....
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Spooky Season in the Hub City: Your Guide to October Fun in Hattiesburg
There is something about October in Hattiesburg. Maybe it is the first hint of cooler weather. Maybe it is the pumpkins, costumes and excuse to eat entirely too much candy. Or maybe it is because the Hub City packs enough festivals, football, food and Halloween fun into one month to make a pretty convincing case that October really is the best time to be a Hattiesburger.
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Request for Proposals – Accounting Services | Downtown Hattiesburg Association
The Downtown Hattiesburg Association (DHA) is currently seeking proposals from qualified accounting firms in the Hattiesburg area to provide accounting and financial services for our organization. Attached is our Request for Proposals, which includes information about the scope of services, expectations, and submission requirements. We invite local firms to review...
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7 Goodwill Shelves Across Mississippi Hide Halloween Costumes For Less Than A Store-Bought Mask
Last October, I walked into a plain thrift store in Mississippi looking for a cheap belt and walked out with a full pirate outfit instead. Store-bought costumes can cost a small fortune, and most people wear them for one night. Goodwill racks across the state are packed with jackets, dresses,...
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Poplarville Main Street Adds Narrated QR Codes to Veteran Banners
Poplarville’s Main Street Association is adding narrated QR codes to its veteran banners for its third annual Veterans Day event. For the past three years, MSA has hosted a Veterans Day ceremony recognizing local veterans on the Town Green. There are 155 banners displayed throughout the Town Green and...
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Sumrall prepares for event-filled October
SUMRALL, Miss. (WDAM) - October is a busy month in the town of Sumrall. There’s something for everyone almost every week, starting this weekend. “We’re trying to figure out ways to increase foot traffic, not only in the downtown area, but along our commercial corridors, from 42 all the way out to 44 and 589,” said Sumrall Main Street Association Executive Director LeRoy Barron. “Please come to the town of Sumrall. We have some great stores, from Nancy’s Treasures to our local restaurants, Jaymo’s, John L’s. We have great food, great people who work there.”
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Hattiesburg dog rescued from house fire with pet oxygen mask
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Hattiesburg firefighters rescued a dog from a burning home on Ashford Circle in September, using a specialized oxygen mask designed for animals, according to Hattiesburg Fire Department (HFD) Chief Chris Carr. Body camera footage from an HFD firefighter showed they pulled up to a house fully...
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LIST: Pine Belt fall & Halloween event guide
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - It’s the Pine Belt’s time to shine. From fall festivals every weekend to the largest pumpkin carving in the Gulf South, we know how to celebrate the season!. Dubbed the ‘Greatest Month to be a Hattiesburger,’ October brings a load of fun activities...
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Over 240 events planned for October in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – More than 240 events will take place in October 2026 as Hattiesburg celebrates the “Greatest Month to Be a Hattiesburger.” The month-long campaign began on October 1, 2026, showcasing events scheduled for locals and tourists of all ages across the city. Live music, family activities, culinary events and fall favorites are […]