Saturday, April 19 2014 12:11 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:11:58 GMT
The captain of the ferry that sank off South Korea, leaving more than 300 missing or dead, was arrested early Saturday on suspicion of negligence and abandoning people in need. Two crew members also were taken into...More >>
The captain of the ferry that sank off South Korea, leaving more than 300 missing or dead, was arrested Saturday on suspicion of negligence and abandoning people in need. Two crew members also were taken into custody,...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 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 6:59 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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Events takes place April 25 and 26 with several events on the main Hattiesburg campus. Visit http://www.wmcarey.edu/2014-homecoming for more details.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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:20 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:20:08 GMT
The informal briefing by a South Korean coast guard rescuer started calmly enough. He stood on a stage in front of relatives of those missing from a sunken ferry, explaining how divers trying to find their loved...More >>
The informal briefing by a South Korean coast guard rescuer started calmly enough. He stood on a stage in front of relatives of those missing from a sunken ferry, explaining how divers trying to find their loved ones are...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:00 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:00:10 GMT
Five questions left after the Season 3 finale of 'Scandal', kids interacting with a Sony Walkman will make you feel old and more this week in pop culture.More >>
Five questions left after the season 3 finale of Scandal, kids interacting with a Sony Walkman will make you feel old and more this week in pop culture.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 11:42 AM EDT2014-04-19 15:42:10 GMT
Rescuers were digging through piles of snow and ice Saturday for four Sherpa guides buried on Mount Everest when an avalanche swept down the slopes and killed 12 other Nepalese guides in the deadliest disaster on...More >>
Search teams recovered a 13th body Saturday from the snow and ice covering a dangerous climbing pass on Mount Everest, where an avalanche a day earlier swept over a group of Sherpa guides in the deadliest disaster on the...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 7:11 AM EDT2014-04-19 11:11:39 GMT
The search coordination center says an underwater robotic submarine is expected to finish searching a narrowed down area of the Indian Ocean seabed for the missing Malaysia Airlines plane within the next week,...More >>
A robotic submarine looking for the missing Malaysia Airlines jet is expected to finish searching a patch of the Indian Ocean seabed within a week after so far coming up empty, and the search area may be expanded after...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 11:32 PM EDT2014-04-19 03:32:34 GMT
An avalanche swept the slopes of Mount Everest on Friday along a route used to ascend the world's highest peak, killing at least six Nepalese guides and leaving nine more missing, officials said.More >>
Rescuers were searching through piles of snow and ice on the slopes of Mount Everest on Saturday for four Sherpa guides who were buried by an avalanche that killed 12 other Nepalese guides in the deadliest disaster on the...More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 11:11 PM EDT2014-04-19 03:11:37 GMT
Six weeks into the extensive search for the lost Malaysia Airlines plane without so much as a piece of debris yet found, several Chinese relatives met Friday to pray for spouses who never came home, while begging...More >>
A robotic submarine has finished its sixth trip to the bottom of the Indian Ocean in the hunt for wreckage from the missing Malaysia Airlines plane, six weeks after the aircraft mysteriously disappeared, the search...More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 10:51 PM EDT2014-04-19 02:51:26 GMT
Rescuers scrambled to find hundreds of ferry passengers still missing Friday and feared dead, as fresh questions emerged about whether quicker action by the captain of the doomed ship could have saved lives.More >>
The captain of the ferry that sank off South Korea, leaving more than 300 missing or dead, was arrested early Saturday on suspicion of negligence and abandoning people in need - three of whom were seen lifeless in the...More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 10:01 PM EDT2014-04-19 02:01:21 GMT
SpaceX returned to the launch pad Friday in hopes of finally delivering supplies to the International Space Station, but stormy weather threatened to interfere.More >>
A SpaceX supply ship rocketed toward the International Space Station on Friday, setting the stage for an Easter morning delivery and urgent spacewalking repairs later in the week.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 1:51 PM EDT2014-04-18 17:51:28 GMT
A powerful earthquake shook central and southern Mexico on Friday. The U.S. Geological Survey calculated its magnitude at 7.5 and said it was centered near the Pacific resort of Acapulco, where many Mexicans are...More >>
A powerful magnitude-7.2 earthquake shook central and southern Mexico on Friday, sending panicked people into the streets. Some walls cracked and fell, but there were no reports of major damage or casualties.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 >>
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 >>
Friday, April 18 2014 11:01 AM EDT2014-04-18 15:01:04 GMT
Christians in the Holy Land are commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Good Friday prayers and processions through Jerusalem's Old City.More >>
Christians in the Holy Land have commemorated the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Good Friday prayers and processions through Jerusalem's Old City.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 8:00 AM EDT2014-04-18 12:00:20 GMT
The one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, rising tensions in eastern Ukraine and a deadly ferry sinking all made headlines this week.More >>
The one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, rising tensions in eastern Ukraine and a deadly ferry sinking all made headlines this week.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 6:53 AM EDT2014-04-18 10:53:04 GMT
Thursday morning, Gene Taylor hand delivered a letter to Congressman Steven Palazzo's campaign headquarters asking his opponent to a public debate.More >>
Things are heating up in the 4th district congressional race. Will the two front runners face off in a debate? Thursday morning, Gene Taylor hand delivered a letter to Congressman Steven Palazzo's campaign headquarters asking his opponent to a public debate. More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 1:00 AM EDT2014-04-18 05:00:40 GMT
Eight million people have signed up for health care through new insurance exchanges, President Barack Obama said Thursday, besting expectations and offering new hope to Democrats who are defending the law ahead of...More >>
Eight million people have signed up for health care through new insurance exchanges and the proportion of younger applicants has increased, President Barack Obama said Thursday. The enrollments exceeded expectations and...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 >>
A robotic submarine completed its first successful scan of the seabed Thursday in the hunt for the missing Malaysian plane, and investigators were analyzing the sub's data while also trying to identify the...More >>
A robotic submarine headed back down into the depths of the Indian Ocean on Friday to scour the seafloor for any trace of the missing Malaysian jet one month after the search began off Australia's west coast, as data...More >>
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 6:52 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:52:38 GMT
Southern Miss baseball is back in action to face Louisiana Tech Friday at Pete Taylor Park. The Bulldogs come into the matchup losers of ten of their last eleven games and hold a 4-14 mark in ConferenceMore >>
Southern Miss baseball is back in action to face Louisiana Tech Friday at Pete Taylor Park.
The Bulldogs come into the matchup losers of ten of their last eleven games and hold a 4-14 mark in Conference USA play.More >>
A national fraternity group has closed its University of Mississippi chapter after three members were accused of tying a noose around the neck of a statue of the first black student to enroll in the then-all white...More >>
A national fraternity group has closed its University of Mississippi chapter after three members were accused of tying a noose around the neck of a statue of the first black student to enroll in the then-all white Southern...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 >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 2:36 PM EDT2014-04-17 18:36:01 GMT
Future bouts of unpredictable weather could produce a hodgepodge of solutions for making up lost days, similar to what happened this school year.More >>
Future bouts of unpredictable weather could produce a hodgepodge of solutions for making up lost school days, similar to what happened this year.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 1:01 PM EDT2014-04-19 17:01:56 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 >>
A slow-motion disaster continued unfolding in the Wyoming resort town of Jackson on Saturday, as a creeping landslide that split a hillside home threatened to swallow up more houses and businesses.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:42 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:42:02 GMT
Fiat and Chrysler say they will build three new Jeep models in China for the local market, the biggest for Jeeps outside the U.S.More >>
Fiat and Chrysler announced plans Saturday to build three new Jeep models in China for that market, the biggest for the vehicles outside the United States, as they attempt to boost sales in a country where they lag behind...More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:12 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:12:11 GMT
Police say they have locked down the Los Angeles Times building in downtown LA after receiving reports of a possible gunman inside.More >>
Police took a man into custody Friday night inside the Los Angeles Times building after it was locked down because of a shooting threat report, the newspaper said.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 3:01 AM EDT2014-04-19 07:01:44 GMT
All Massachusetts authorities could say for sure is that they found the lifeless body of a small boy, apparently cast off the side of a highway.More >>
All Massachusetts authorities could say for sure is that they found the lifeless body of a small boy, apparently cast off the side of a highway.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:08 PM EDT2014-04-19 16:08:17 GMT
Family members in South Korea give DNA samples to ID bodies of missing passengers on the sunken ferry. (Source: CNN)
In South Korea, family members of missing passengers from sunken ferry are giving DNA samples, in order to help authorities identify bodies recovered in the ongoing search.More >>
In South Korea, family members of missing passengers from sunken ferry are giving DNA samples, in order to help authorities identify bodies recovered in the ongoing search.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 >>
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 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 >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 3:01 AM EDT2014-04-19 07:01:44 GMT
All Massachusetts authorities could say for sure is that they found the lifeless body of a small boy, apparently cast off the side of a highway.More >>
All Massachusetts authorities could say for sure is that they found the lifeless body of a small boy, apparently cast off the side of a highway.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 investigationMore >>
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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