Brandy McGill
Morning Anchor
Moselle, MS
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Brandy McGill joined WDAM 7 in November 2021. This is a homecoming for Brandy after growing up and attending elementary, high school, and college in the Pinebelt.
Brandy began her career as a reporter and weekend anchor on the Mississippi Gulf Coast at WLOX after obtaining her degree in Broadcast Journalism from The University of Southern Mississippi in December 2019.
Prior to USM, Brandy attended Jones County Junior College, where she received her Associates Degree and was a member of the Touch of Gold dance team.
Brandy enjoys attending community outreach events. She even served as a board member with South Mississippi AIDS Tasks Force nonprofit while reporting on the coast.
Brandy has a passion for storytelling, but outside of work, she enjoys being a mom, shopping and exercising.
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Buckatunna Middle School science teacher Kristi Richardson (center) is flanked by Cubz 2 Kingz founder William Brown (left) and Buckatunna Principal Micheal Hall (right).
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The family of 14-year-old Hayden Burke is begging for answers from the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Office.
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From September 10th-16th, truck drivers across the country are highlighted during Truck Drivers Appreciation Week.
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For 64 years, Dorothy Bee Williams felt her life was full of events worth sharing. Many of them centered around her truly learning her value, worth and identity as a Black woman.
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With many students going back to school, one recent grad is packing her bags and heading to the Northeast to further her education.
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The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is investigating, along with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, a suspected murder in the Matthews community.
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As Barbara Holloway walks into the season of recovery, she's reminded she'll never walk alone.
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The Sunrise team is growing at WDAM 7! Welcome to Ellie Davis as she joins Brandy McGill on the weekday mornings news desk.
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No injuries were reported, but at least one major roadway is blocked following a storm that moved through Columbia Monday morning.
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Listeners learned the importance of fathers from the perspective of the hosts of the “Barber Studio Talk” podcast.
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The event is being hosted at the Historic Eureka School on Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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The Wayne County community is reeling after three separate shootings sent two women and a four-year-old boy to the hospital on Friday morning. These are just the latest shootings in the county’s ongoing battle against gun violence.
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Jefferson Davis County School District honors its employees
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The event will be hosted Friday at 6 p.m. at the Hattiesburg Train Depot.
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A Lumberton native, who has been living in Atlanta, GA., for the past 12 years, is working to shine a light on his hometown and bring economic growth.
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The Petal High School U.S. history teacher represented the state on a national level, advocating public education.
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For some parents, this will be the first time they register their children, and as many know, kindergarten is constantly changing, and teachers must keep up.
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Mississippi Teacher of the Year prepares for her next trip to advocate public education with U.S. Congressmen on Capitol Hill.
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Disney isn’t just a place for fun and games. It’s also a highly sought-after opportunity for summer internships.
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Activities kick off Wednesday afternoon and last through Saturday night.
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After more than 20 years, Howard McLaurin only has memories of his home on Violet Drive in Ellisville, after a fire nearly two weeks ago.
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A household hazardous waste collection event will be hosted in Laurel on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Laurel Fairgrounds.
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The Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Office said the fire is being investigated as possible arson.
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Community Impact Day takes place Saturday, April 8 at Chain Park from 11a.m.-2p.m.
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Ten-year hairstylist Lauren Smith has partnered with stylist Robin Bender to grant two women, who are suffering from hair loss, free hair extension services.
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One auto body shop owner in Heidelberg is left picking up the pieces after Sunday’s storm.
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A man surrendered to Jefferson Davis County authorities Friday in connection to a deadly Thursday morning shooting in Bassfield and has been charged with manslaughter
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The victim of the shooting has been identified as 25-year-old Keenan McLaurin.
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Many people across the Pinebelt, far and wide, look forward to HubFest every March.
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Easy access to healthcare in rural communities can significantly improve residents’ quality of life.
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Hattiesburg residents can expect some delays on Hardy Street due to a construction project Wednesday afternoon.
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Jackson State University Alumni Association of Hattiesburg is gearing up for its 32nd annual talent show scholarship event Sunday, Feb 26.
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A staple built specifically for African Americans during segregation in Laurel, Oak Park Elementary.
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As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we have a conversation that many may not know needs to be had - the importance of organ donations.
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Organizers are busy unboxing and bagging up hundreds of beads ahead of the big day.
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Sensational Vibes LLC in Hattiesburg is hosting its third annual pop-up shop on the block of 621 Mobile Street, in front of First Trinity Baptist Church.
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A hair salon, especially in the Black community, is a place where history is deeply rooted.
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Determination, sweat and heavy lifting are all part of Bo Kilsby’s everyday life now after shedding hundreds of pounds.
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It’s still a waiting game for one Jones County family, as they fight to put a stop to alleged bullying.
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Perkins expressed she’s a big advocate for incorporating music into classrooms to keep students engaged.
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Holiday shopping is in full force as we inch closer to Christmas. And one thing that isn’t at the top of shoppers’ lists is a budget.
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Ovett community hit by weather Wednesday morning
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District superintendent Ike Haynes originally planned an assembly in the high school auditorium for Monday to introduce the interim principal and allow students to express their thoughts and concerns.
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Robert Young has been reassigned to serve as the district’s Alternative School principal and Jason McLeod will serve as interim principal at the high school for the remainder of the year.
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The University of Southern Mississippi not only attracts locals but also people from far and wide.
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MCSD applied for a grant through the Mackenzie Scott Foundation and was chosen to receive $3.5 million from the charity.
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Mississippi state auditor Shad White says he’s come across websites mimicking politicians that are being ran by the Chinese Communist Party.
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Despite empty shelves and high inflation, food pantries are working to get what they can to supply the needs of the community.
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