Now that Hattiesburg’s recycling program has gotten statewide attention, Mayor Toby Barker and other city officials are working to lift the program to higher level.
Four Forrest County schools were recognized for their achievements by receiving 2018 Value-Added Awards for third- through eighth-grade schools and for high school subject area tests.
Changes in the administration of a federal housing program – coupled with a September monitoring visit that showed nine findings – will bring a thorough survey and site review from the Office of the Inspector General at the request of Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker.
To celebrate the life of veteran Hattiesburg Director of Parks & Recreation Director Dr. Clemon Terrell, a $25,000 memorial scholarship has been established that will provide two $500 scholarships annually forever.
Hattiesburg may be 100 miles or so from New Orleans, but don’t think the Hub City wasn’t well represented in several of the Mardi Gras parades this carnival season.
Punk, soul, funk and hip-hop together in one show made for a special night that celebrated the talent and diversity of Hattiesburg’s local music scene.
The show took place at Jazmo’s on East Front Street Feb. 9, and featured:
Hattiesburg’s Jewish synagogue, B’Nai Israel Synagogue, is one of four Mississippi locations to be named to the National Register of Historic Places.
Brian Rifken, congregation president said they received word on Monday of the designation.
Clarence P. Williams wants to hear some suggestions so that he can make a plan.
On Wednesday, Hattiesburg police arrested Ebony Lambert for hindering prosecution in the... READ MORE
Get ready for a beauty pageant the likes of which you’ve probably never seen.
