Kiwanis clubs in Laurel and Hattiesburg raised money to support programs and projects benefiting young people Saturday, by serving thousands of plates of pancakes and sausages.
Hattiesburg police said an arrest warrant on a conspiracy charge has been issued for a 3rd person believed connected to a Nov. 26 deadly shooting at Heritage Apartments.
The sorority put the event together to help local woman-owned businesses gain necessary exposure. Vendors said the event was more about community support than making a dollar.
David Quinonez, 33, and Aaron Torres, 24, both from Irvine, Calif., have been sentenced and will spend time in federal prison for conspiracy with intent to distribute fentanyl.
There will be hundreds of lights and attractions for children and adults to enjoy. Zoo officials said they wanted this year's event to be fun for everyone.
The son of one of the victims of the horrific mass shooing in Charleston, South Carolina in 2015 presented an inspirational message of forgiveness to members of the Area Development Partnership Friday.
