Saturday, April 19 2014 9:01 PM EDT2014-04-20 01:01:26 GMT
Dozens of Petal residents and members of nearly one dozen Native-American tribes from six Southeastern states are engaging in an exchange of cultures for the first time in the Friendly City this weekend.More >>
Members of the Choctaw, Creek, Cherokee and other tribes are taking part in the 12th annual Golden Eagle Pow Wow.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:57 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:57:35 GMT
Hundreds of children and their parents got some early Easter presents at Dahmer Park Saturday morning during the 67th annual Community Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the City of Hattiesburg and the Lion'sMore >>
The event also featured games for the children. Kids could also have photos made with the Easter Bunny.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:21 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:21:52 GMT
Southern Miss Athletics Press ReleaseHATTIESBURG, Miss. – Matt Durst delivered a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the sixth giving Southern Miss the only run they needed while Christian Talley and Ryan MiltonMore >>
Matt Durst delivered a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the sixth giving Southern Miss the only run they needed while Christian Talley and Ryan Milton combined to shutout Conference USA foe Louisiana Tech for the second-straight day in a 1-0 decision here Saturday afternoon at Pete Taylor Park/Hill Denson Field.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:18 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:18:25 GMT
Southern Miss Athletics Press ReleaseHATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Black squad accumulated 369 yards of offense on its way to a 45-25 victory over the Golden team in Southern Miss' annual Black and Gold game,More >>
The Black squad accumulated 369 yards of offense on its way to a 45-25 victory over the Golden team in Southern Miss' annual Black and Gold game, Saturday afternoon at M.M. Roberts Stadium.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:11 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:11:41 GMT
Churches from around the Petal area gathered today for the Community Easter Celebration. Guests from over 18 different church congregations filled the Petal Performing Arts Center to celebrate the trueMore >>
Guests from over 18 different church congregations filled the Petal Performing Arts Center to celebrate the true meaning of Easter with song and praise while listening to scripture reading from several local pastors.
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:04 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:04:58 GMT
Dozens of runners gathered on the Longleaf Trace Saturday morning to help the Rotary Club of Hattiesburg-Sunrise raise money for a worthy cause. They took part in the7th annual Rotary Run 5K Run/Walk.More >>
That organization provides emergency and supplemental food to more than 1,000 families every month.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 1:54 PM EDT2014-04-19 17:54:24 GMT
Hattiesburg residents took part in a refresher class today to be sure they are ready to assist local first-responders in many different types of emergencies. The class included intensive training for theMore >>
Hattiesburg residents took part in a refresher class today to be sure they are ready to assist local first-responders in many different types of emergencies.
Friday, April 18 2014 8:10 PM EDT2014-04-19 00:10:42 GMT
HATTIESBURG, MS (WDAM) - About 30 men, mostly from Hattiesburg's Crosspoint Community Church, took part in a Good Friday tradition which they said helped to demonstrate the real meaning of Easter. TheyMore >>
They took turns carrying a 150-pound, wooden cross for about seven miles along Highway 98 from the Chik-Fil-A Restaurant to their church on Highway 589.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 6:23 PM EDT2014-04-18 22:23:56 GMT
The BancorpSouth Rebel Road Trip made it's 10th of 11 pits stops this morning in Hattiesburg at the Canebrake Country Club. The third annual tour is part of the university's effort to connect with alumniMore >>
The BancorpSouth Rebel Road Trip made it's 10th of 11 pits stops this morning in Hattiesburg at the Canebrake Country Club.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 1:38 PM EDT2014-04-18 17:38:37 GMT
This is a news release from Attorney General Jim Hood's Office A Pearl River County resident has been sentenced to prison for fondling a vulnerable person, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. BrandonMore >>
A Pearl River County resident has been sentenced to prison for fondling a vulnerable person, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 10:59 AM EDT2014-04-18 14:59:23 GMT
A certain group of folks often remaining behind the scenes while playing a huge part in our daily lives is in the spotlight. If you didn't know, Friday is National Linemen Day. With that in mind, we wentMore >>
Welcome to their office, a place where the view changes daily and so does the task.
"Everybody can't do it, but the ones that do, they get a lot of pride from it," said Mississippi Power lead lineman Craig Shoemake. More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 12:32 PM EDT2014-04-20 16:32:43 GMT
The confirmed death toll from South Korea's ferry disaster rose past 50 on Sunday as divers finally found a way inside the sunken vessel, quickly discovering more than a dozen bodies in what almost certainly is...More >>
The South Korean ferry that sank was crippled by confusion and indecision well after it began listing, a radio transcript released Sunday showed, suggesting the chaotic situation may have added to a death toll that could...More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 11:52 AM EDT2014-04-20 15:52:47 GMT
Former midddleweight boxer Rubin Carter has died. (Source: Flickr)
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, the boxer whose wrongful murder conviction became an international symbol of racial injustice, has died at 76.More >>
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, the boxer whose wrongful murder conviction became an international symbol of racial injustice, died Sunday. He was 76.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 10:53 AM EDT2014-04-20 14:53:24 GMT
The Ukrainian and Russian governments are reporting a shootout at a checkpoint set up by pro-Russian insurgents in eastern Ukraine that has left one person dead and others hospitalized with gunshot wounds.More >>
Ukraine and Russia traded blame Sunday for a shootout at a checkpoint manned by pro-Russia insurgents in eastern Ukraine that left at least three people dead and others with gunshot wounds.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 10:53 AM EDT2014-04-20 14:53:20 GMT
Four French journalists kidnapped and held for 10 months in Syria have returned home to France.More >>
Four French journalists kidnapped and held for 10 months in Syria returned home Sunday to joyful families, a presidential welcome and questions about how France managed to obtain their freedom from Islamic extremists.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 9:32 AM EDT2014-04-20 13:32:48 GMT
Pope Francis is celebrating Christianity's most joyous day, Easter Sunday, under sunny skies in St. Peter's Square.More >>
Marking Christianity's most hopeful day, Pope Francis made an Easter Sunday plea for peace and dialogue in Ukraine and Syria, for an end to terrorist attacks against Christians in Nigeria and for more attention to the...More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 8:32 AM EDT2014-04-20 12:32:38 GMT
It is a decision that has maritime experts stumped and is at odds with standard procedure: Why were the passengers of the doomed South Korean ferry told to stay in their rooms rather than climb on deck?More >>
It is a decision that has maritime experts stumped and is at odds with standard procedure: Why were the passengers of the doomed South Korean ferry told to stay in their rooms rather than climb on deck?More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 12:13 AM EDT2014-04-20 04:13:28 GMT
John C. Houbolt, an engineer whose contributions to the U.S. space program were vital to NASA's successful moon landing in 1969, has died. He was 95.More >>
John C. Houbolt, an engineer whose contributions to the U.S. space program were vital to NASA's successful moon landing in 1969, has died. He was 95.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 12:02 AM EDT2014-04-20 04:02:28 GMT
The rescuers moved quickly, just minutes after the first block of ice tore loose from Mount Everest and started an avalanche that roared down the mountain, ripping through teams of guides hauling gear.More >>
The rescuers moved quickly, minutes after the first block of ice tore loose from Mount Everest and started an avalanche that roared down the mountain, ripping through teams of guides hauling gear.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 9:51 PM EDT2014-04-20 01:51:26 GMT
A Western official says the United States is considering deploying about 150 soldiers for military exercises to begin in Poland and Estonia in the next few weeks.More >>
The United States is considering deploying about 150 soldiers for military exercises to begin in Poland and Estonia in the next few weeks, a Western official said Saturday. The exercises would follow Russia's buildup...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 5:52 PM EDT2014-04-19 21:52:46 GMT
A sudden lurch in a creeping landslide in the northwest Wyoming resort town of Jackson split a house in two and forced workers to abandon efforts to stabilize the hillside.More >>
No one can say precisely when the mountainside collapsing into this Wyoming resort town will give way. But it appears increasingly likely that when it does, it's going to take a piece of Jackson with it.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 5:38 PM EDT2014-04-19 21:38:21 GMT
The dark hall inside Christianity's holiest shrine was illuminated with the flames from thousands of candles on Saturday as worshippers participated in the holy fire ceremony, a momentous spiritual event in...More >>
The dark hall inside Christianity's holiest shrine was illuminated with the flames from thousands of candles on Saturday as worshippers participated in the holy fire ceremony, a momentous spiritual event in Orthodox...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 2:45 AM EDT2014-04-19 06:45:14 GMT
People who have accounts on the enrollment website for President Barack Obama's signature health care law are being told to change their passwords following an administration-wide review of the government's...More >>
People who have accounts on the enrollment website for President Barack Obama's signature health care law are being told to change their passwords following an administration-wide review of the government's...More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 10:33 PM EDT2014-04-19 02:33:38 GMT
Courtesy of Southern Miss AthleticsHATTIESBURG, Miss. – Conor Fisk threw a complete-game shutout and Nick Dawson drove in both of the game's runs in the seventh with a double as Southern Miss openedMore >>
Courtesy of Southern Miss AthleticsHATTIESBURG, Miss. – Conor Fisk threw a complete-game shutout and Nick Dawson drove in both of the game's runs in the seventh with a double as Southern Miss openedMore >>
Friday, April 18 2014 6:59 PM EDT2014-04-18 22:59:28 GMT
For the second time in four-years the Southern Pines Animal Shelter has been selected to compete in the 100K Rachael Ray Challenge. During the months of June, July, and August the shelter will attemptMore >>
For the second time in four-years the Southern Pines Animal Shelter has been selected to compete in the 100K ASPCA Rachael Ray Challenge. During the months of June, July, and August the shelter will attemptMore >>
The service takes place April 19th at 6 p.m. at the Petal High School Performing Arts Center. All churches in and near Petal are taking part in this service.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 12:31 AM EDT2014-04-18 04:31:28 GMT
Congressional candidate Gene Taylor was defeated for re-election in 2010 by Republican state representative Steven Palazzo, when Taylor was a member of the Democratic Party. In February 2014, Taylor announcedMore >>
Congressional candidate Gene Taylor was defeated for re-election in 2010 by Republican state representative Steven Palazzo, when Taylor was a member of the Democratic Party. In February 2014, Taylor announcedMore >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 11:16 PM EDT2014-04-18 03:16:04 GMT
Concerned Hattiesburg citizens have brought in a consulting engineer who claims the city of Hattiesburg is preparing to pay millions of dollars more than needed to fix the city's waste water woes. StephenMore >>
A consulting engineer who spoke to concerned citizens Thursday night claims the city of Hattiesburg is preparing to pay millions of dollars more than needed to fix the city's waste water woes.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 10:34 PM EDT2014-04-18 02:34:20 GMT
A world-famous Mississippi musician was among a distinguished group of former Pearl River Community College students and graduates recognized for their outstanding achievements Thursday night. Singer/songwriterMore >>
Singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffet was one of six people inducted into the college's Lifetime Achievement Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Hattiesburg.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 7:59 PM EDT2014-04-17 23:59:47 GMT
Since the 1960s there has never been but one name on the ballot for circuit court judge in Jones County, but now the current, long time judge has three challengers so far and an open investigation. J.More >>
Since the 1960s there has never been but one name on the ballot for circuit court judge in Jones County, but now the current, long time judge has three challengers so far and an open investigation. More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:37 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:37:38 GMT
HATTIESBURG, MS (WDAM) - An annual event which showcases Native American culture is moving many of its activities from the Southern Miss campus to the nearby Friendly City. Much of the 12th Golden EagleMore >>
Most of the 12th Golden Eagle Pow Wow will be held Friday and Saturday at Hinton Park in Petal.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 10:53 AM EDT2014-04-20 14:53:50 GMT
Texas Gov. Rick Perry has spent a record 14 years in office vanquishing nearly all who dared confront him: political rivals, moms against mandatory vaccines for sixth graders, a coyote in the wrong place at the...More >>
Texas Gov. Rick Perry has spent a record 14 years in office vanquishing nearly all who dared confront him: political rivals, moms against mandatory vaccines for sixth graders, a coyote in the wrong place at the wrong time.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 10:02 AM EDT2014-04-20 14:02:35 GMT
The father of a missing boy whose body was found off a Massachusetts highway says he was crushed to hear that his 5-year-old son's remains had been identified but is planning his funeral.More >>
The father of a missing boy whose body was found off a Massachusetts highway says he was crushed to hear that his 5-year-old son's remains had been identified but is planning his funeral.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 9:43 AM EDT2014-04-20 13:43:19 GMT
Police say 4-year-old half siblings have died in an overnight fire at a home in New York City, and the twin of one of the children has survived.More >>
Police say 4-year-old half siblings have died in an overnight fire at a home in New York City, and the twin of one of the children has survived.More >>
Sunday, April 20 2014 9:00 AM EDT2014-04-20 13:00:13 GMT
There's a small window of time in the morning where people have the potential for maximum productivity, but only if they use that golden time in the mornings wisely.More >>
There's a small window of time in the morning where people have the potential for maximum productivity, but only if they use that golden time in the mornings wisely.More >>
Whether you bust a move, get jiggy with it or just tap a toe or two, something about certain types of popular music makes you want to set your body in motion.More >>
Whether you bust a move, get jiggy with it or just tap a toe or two, something about certain types of popular music makes you want to set your body in motion.More >>
Allison Bennett of Palm City, Fla., plans to swish daily. Sloshing coconut oil around her mouth for a quarter of an hour every day will make her teeth whiter, she believes.More >>
Allison Bennett of Palm City, Fla., plans to swish daily. Sloshing coconut oil around her mouth for a quarter of an hour every day will make her teeth whiter, she believes.More >>
A report published showed that 3.1 million smartphones were stolen in the US last year, that’s a big jump from the 1.6 million figure in 2012. Losing devices continues to be a serious problem too.More >>
A report published showed that 3.1 million smartphones were stolen in the US last year, that’s a big jump from the 1.6 million figure in 2012. Losing devices continues to be a serious problem too.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 2:41 PM EDT2013-05-02 18:41:33 GMT
University of Southern Mississippi students Stephanie Abby and Alex Piper have not stopped smiling since bringing home top honors from competition that boasted thousands of contestantsMore >>
University of Southern Mississippi students Stephanie Abby and Alex Piper have not stopped smiling since bringing home top honors from competition that boasted thousands of contestants from institutions across the nation.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 2:10 AM EDT2013-05-02 06:10:51 GMT
The following is a news release from the Hattiesburg School District: The First Tee Golf Champions Challenge will be held on May 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at D.I. Patrick Stadium on the HHS campus.TheMore >>
The First Tee Golf Champions Challenge will be held on May 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at D.I. Patrick Stadium on the HHS campus.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 2:03 AM EDT2013-05-02 06:03:03 GMT
The following is a news release from Oak Grove Public Library: First Photo: Mr. Pendergrass's recent visit to the OGPL to talk about and sign/sell copies of his recent book, "AgainstMore >>
The following is a news release from Oak Grove Public Library: First Photo: Mr. Pendergrass's recent visit to the OGPL to talk about and sign/sell copies of his recent book, "AgainstMore >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 1:46 AM EDT2013-05-02 05:46:30 GMT
The following is a news release from Pearl River Community College: State Rep. Mark Formby of Picayune will talk to Pearl River Community College graduates on May 15 about success and what it isn't.PRCCMore >>
State Rep. Mark Formby of Picayune will talk to Pearl River Community College graduates on May 15 about success and what it isn’t.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:08:48 GMT
Donna Langford, co-chair of the board for The Children's Center for Communication and Development at The University of Southern Mississippi, has been recognized for her generosity and giving spiritMore >>
The first Pearl River Community College students to graduate from the Honors Institute were honored with a Medallion Ceremony on April 29.More >>
Getting a 2015 Ford Mustang convertible to the narrow observation deck of the Empire State Building 1,000 feet above the streets of Manhattan is no easy task. Here's how the crew got ready.More >>
Going to the NCAA regionals in the Big Apple? In between games, there are a few things you'll want to check off your travel bucket list. Here's a look at some things to do in New York.
Monday, May 13 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:24:04 GMT
MARION COUNTY, MS (WDAM) - A weekend-long drug raid left 22 individuals behind bars, and more arrests to come. According to Marion County Sheriff Berkley Hall, the drug raid is the result of severalMore >>
A weekend-long drug raid left 22 individuals behind bars, and more arrests to come.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 9:01 PM EDT2014-04-20 01:01:26 GMT
Dozens of Petal residents and members of nearly one dozen Native-American tribes from six Southeastern states are engaging in an exchange of cultures for the first time in the Friendly City this weekend.More >>
Members of the Choctaw, Creek, Cherokee and other tribes are taking part in the 12th annual Golden Eagle Pow Wow.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 8:11 PM EDT2014-04-20 00:11:41 GMT
Churches from around the Petal area gathered today for the Community Easter Celebration. Guests from over 18 different church congregations filled the Petal Performing Arts Center to celebrate the trueMore >>
Guests from over 18 different church congregations filled the Petal Performing Arts Center to celebrate the true meaning of Easter with song and praise while listening to scripture reading from several local pastors.
Thursday, April 10 2014 3:13 PM EDT2014-04-10 19:13:00 GMT
A Columbia doctor charged with sexual battery has taken his own life. Dr. Martin Ugwudike was found dead in his home in the Canebrake subdivision near Hattiesburg just before noon. Ugwudike, who hasMore >>
A Columbia doctor charged with sexual battery has taken his own life. More >>
The accused killer of an 85-year-old Laurel woman will stay in jail. On Wednesday, Judge Kyle Robertson denied bond for capital murder suspect William Dean. More >>
A certain group of folks often remaining behind the scenes while playing a huge part in our daily lives is in the spotlight. If you didn't know, Friday is National Linemen Day. With that in mind, we went along with a crew of Mississippi Power linemen to get an idea of what it takes.More >>
Do you grow your own vegetables at home? The soil you are using could be contaminated with toxic lead and what's in the soil could end up in your food and your body.More >>
Do you grow your own vegetables at home? The soil you are using could be contaminated with toxic lead and what's in the soil could end up in your food and your body.More >>
Recently there have been studies that suggest drinking wine, even just a little, increases your chances of getting breast cancer. But are they true?More >>
Recently there have been studies that suggest drinking wine, even just a little, increases your chances of getting breast cancer. But are they true?More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 12:55 PM EDT2014-04-18 16:55:37 GMT
Takes place April 19th at 6 p.m. at the Petal High School Performing Arts Center. All churches in and near Petal are taking part in this service.More >>
Takes place April 19th at 6 p.m. at the Petal High School Performing Arts Center. All churches in and near Petal are taking part in this service.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 1:18 PM EDT2014-04-17 17:18:27 GMT
For more on April 17th's interview with Paxton Lowery, the business office coordinator with Wesley Work Well and Corporate Wellness, call 601-268-8000.More >>
For more on April 17th's interview with Paxton Lowery, the business office coordinator with Wesley Work Well and Corporate Wellness, call 601-268-8086.
Wednesday, April 16 2014 12:54 PM EDT2014-04-16 16:54:18 GMT
Takes place April 19 at 8 a.m. at the Longleaf Trace starting at the Gateway at Southern Miss. Proceeds benefit the Edwards Street Fellowship Center. For more details, call 601-544-6149.More >>
Takes place April 19 at 8 a.m. at the Longleaf Trace starting at the Gateway at Southern Miss. Proceeds benefit the Edwards Street Fellowship Center. Visit http://pinebeltpacers.org/RaceInfo/Fliers14/RotaryRun/RotaryRun2014.pdf for a registration form. For more details, call the Edwards Street Fellowship Center at 601-544-6149.More >>
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