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Hattiesburg Music Showcase adds Drew Young as third act
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Hattiesburg songwriter and recording artist Drew Young has been announced as the third act for the first Hattiesburg Music Showcase. Drew Young will perform at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theater on November 20, 2026, with Cole Hill, Richard Dabbs and Mason Bonner, along with a few special guests.
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Comedian John Crist adds second Hattiesburg show
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Comedian John Crist will bring his “John Crist Live!” Tour to Hattiesburg’s Saenger Theater on December 4, 2026 and December 6, 2026. Tickets for the December 4 show are selling quickly, and the December 6 show was just added to the tour. Tickets go on sale for the December 6 show […]
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Grits & Greens named 2nd act for Hattiesburg showcase
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The Hattiesburg-based band Grits & Greens was announced as the second act for the first Hattiesburg Music Showcase. The psychedelic alternative band will appear on November 20, 2026, at Hattiesburg’s Saenger Theater. The event will include local and regional musical talent. Grits & Greens creates what they refer to as a […]
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First band named for inaugural Hattiesburg Music Showcase
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The first band has been announced for the inaugural Hattiesburg Music Showcase at the historic Saenger Theater. Jacob Arnold & The Bird Dogs will perform during the showcase on November 20, 2026, after being chosen from a high number of community nominations. Organizers said the response exceeded expectations and demonstrated the depth of talent in Hattiesburg’s local music scene.
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First band named for inaugural Hattiesburg Music Showcase
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The first band has been announced for the inaugural Hattiesburg Music Showcase at the historic Saenger Theater. Jacob Arnold & The Bird Dogs will perform during the showcase on November 20, 2026, after being chosen from a high number of community nominations. Organizers said the response exceeded expectations and demonstrated the […]
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Fraggle Rock Live coming to Hattiesburg Saenger Theater
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Jim Henson’s “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE” is coming to Hattiesburg to give fans of the Fraggles the chance to see their favorite characters perform live. The event will be on October 20, 2026, at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theater. Tickets will go on sale August 6, 2026, through Ticketmaster. […]
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Garbage dump from Camp Shelby WWI hospital subject of new archaeological dig
CAMP SHELBY, Miss. (WDAM) - A garbage dump used by the post hospital at Camp Shelby during World War I is the focus of a new archaeological project by the Mississippi National Guard. Staff members with the National Guard’s Cultural Resources Program have been overseeing the excavation of that site,...
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Southern Miss Women’s Golf Announces 2026-27 Schedule
The University of Southern Mississippi women’s golf team unveiled its 2026-27 competition schedule, featuring events across the United States. The Golden Eagles aim to build on recent successes with a diverse lineup of tournaments.
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Historic Saenger Theater to host first music showcase
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The Historic Saenger Theater will host the first Hattiesburg Music Showcase to allow local musicians the opportunity to perform on stage. The stage will host four local acts on November 20, 2026. A 45-minute set will be performed by each band. In between shows, attendees are able to participate in a […]
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Saenger Theater to host ‘Rocky Horror’ with live show
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Fans of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” can look forward to doing the “Time Warp” again this fall! Hattiesburg’s Historic Saenger Theater will screen the cult classic on October 23, 2026, with a special live shadow cast performance by Hattiesburlesque before the film. The evening will feature a block party, costume […]
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Country star LeAnn Rimes to perform at Washington Parish Free Fair
FRANKLINTON, La. (WVUE) - The Washington Parish FreeFair has announced that they are adding Nashville recording star LeAnn Rimes to its entertainment lineup. Rimes is set to take the stage on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 8:30 p.m. Rimes burst onto the scene at the age of 13 in the early...
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R&B Brick Oven Pizza invites community to family movie night in Saucier
Saucier, Miss (WXXV) Pizza lovers and movie fans will have a chance to enjoy the best of both worlds on Saturday, Aug. 1, when R&B Brick Oven Pizza hosts its first-ever Movie Night on the restaurant’s back lawn. The family-friendly event will feature a screening of the classic 1988...
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Beatles tribute act Liverpool Legends to bring Beatlemania to Hattiesburg
When Beatlemania swept the United States in 1964, Hattiesburg wasn't one of the band's touring stops. The Beatles passed up the Hub City , instead electing to play 100 miles south in New Orleans, which still may have been close enough for Hattiesburg's best ears to hear the screams. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr never played in Hattiesburg, but four men who look and sound a lot like them are gearing up to play their fourth show at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theater in as many years. The Liverpool Legends will play at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Hattiesburg Saenger Theater. The Liverpool Legends are a Beatles tribute band that has been putting on shows and performing the legendary band's hits since 2005. With a group as influential as The Beatles were, tribute acts are not hard to find, but the Liverpool Legends have a unique connection to the Fab Four that no other tribute band can claim. The Beatles' connection In late 2001, just months after George Harrison died, Marty Scott attended a Beatles convention with his band in Chicago and played a few songs penned by Harrison, including "While My Guitar Gently Weeps."
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Hattiesburg Zoo names new male spotted hyena cub
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The Hattiesburg Zoo announced the name of its male spotted hyena cub that was born on June 7, 2026, to mother Pili and father Niru. The cub’s name is Tukio (pronounced Too-Key-Oh), which means “adventure” in Swahili. “Tukio is the perfect name for this little adventurer,” said Kristen Moore, director of […]