Kyra Lampley
Multimedia Journalist
Moselle, MS
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Kyra Lampley is a native of Laurel, Mississippi. She received her undergraduate degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern Mississippi.
While in undergrad, she served as editor of the Student Printz newspaper, Executive Director of the Southern Miss Student Media Center and was a news anchor for Southern Miss TV.
Kyra always knew she wanted to be on tv and even grew up watching WDAM. A fun fact about her is that she started her WDAM journey as an intern and enjoys singing!
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Forrest County trains for response to natural disaster
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Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker (far right) declared Sept. 18-Sept. 24 'Adult Education Week' in the Hub City
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The Ellis Club presented Cherished Hearts with a $10,000 check on Monday.
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All of these projects are expected to be completed by the end of 2024.
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The City of Hattiesburg is taking steps to bring a once-booming area back to life.
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The Hattiesburg City Council’s approval of a $158.1 million budget will put more money in some city employees’ pockets.
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Twenty contestants from all over the state competed for various titles.
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Mississippi lowest rate of vaccination for HPV
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Supervisor seat, tax office runoffs settled Tuesday in Forrest County
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The rapidly rising temps are causing homes’ heating and cooling systems to work overtime.
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Hattiesburg expected to start soon on infrastructure projects
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Hattiesburg Police Department graduated four officers from its training academy
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Hattiesburg police are cracking down on drivers who disregard the rules in school zones
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The boxes are being used around the country to help new mothers who have no other choice but to surrender their children.
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Those who apply and pass all background checks will then go through a civil service exam and a physical fitness exam.
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The Golden Eagles are back on USM’s Hattiesburg campus for the first day of classes.
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Ju‘Dawn Porter, a seventh grader, and Nyla Flowers, an eighth grader, trained over the off-season to reach their goals.
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The Hub City wined and dined on Saturday - literally!
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William Carey is 1 of 8 colleges and universities to receive this type of grant award this year and the only one from Mississippi.
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The program strives to teach students the foundational skills to carry them through the school system.
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A new pinkish/purple sign has been added as a warning to drivers approaching an accident scene.
With temperatures reaching the 100s, the Fieldhouse for the Homeless is trying to make sure people without a place to live are staying out of the dangerous heat.
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Southern Pines Animal Shelter waived adoption fees
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Two of the hottest races in the county during Tuesday’s elections were the Tax Collector and Coroner's races.
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Petal Mayor Tony Ducker says that he is proud of Stringer’s accomplishments, but now he is tasked with filling his role and explains that the process of applying is rather simple.
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Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker authorized a proclamation to the Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative on Monday.
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Services for students are available Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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FGH trying to keep doctors in Mississippi
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Class is officially in session for the Hattiesburg School District as Tuesday marks its first day.
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The suspect's bond was set at a total of $250,000 during his initial appearance on Monday afternoon.
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Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport receives significant grant
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New details and shocking allegations sharply focused on a Hattiesburg poultry plant following the death of 16-year-old Duvan Pérez.
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An expert said breaking the stigma of mental health in minority communities starts with realizing help is an option.
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Funeral of teen killed in industrial accident held Saturday.
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Why? That is the question thousands are asking as the death of a 16-year-old at a Hattiesburg poultry processing plant made national and international headlines
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Two important items were expected for Tuesday night’s Petal City Council Meeting.
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The new passport program gives both citizens and visitors to the Hub City a way to explore different attractions throughout the city.
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Monday morning marked the beginning of Parks and Recreation Week in the Hub City, and there is plenty for you to do.
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