Charles Herrington

Multimedia Journalist

Moselle, MS

Charles has worked at WDAM for more than two decades. He was born and raised in Hattiesburg and attended the University of Southern Mississippi, where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radio, T.V. and Film in 1988.

Recent Articles by Charles

A new USO will soon open at Camp Shelby and it will be the first on at the post in 75 years.

Charles Herrington

Published May 8, 2021 at 8:34 PM

Covington Sheriff’s Dept. hires additional full-time dispatchers

Covington County Sheriff Darrell Perkins says the hirings should improve 911 service in that county.

Charles Herrington

Published May 8, 2021 at 6:35 PM

More than 700 participate in first ‘Farm to Fork Ride or Run’ for Extra Table

Hundreds of people turned out Saturday morning to raise money to help feed hungry people in Mississippi.

Charles Herrington

Published May 8, 2021 at 5:59 PM

Nearly 14,000 to train at Camp Shelby during summer 2021

About 14,000 military personnel from multiple branches of the armed forces will be taking part in various exercises at Camp Shelby this summer.

Charles Herrington

Published May 7, 2021 at 7:34 PM

2 companies submit bids to run new Covington Jail kitchen

Covington County Supervisors opened bids Friday from companies from Arkansas and South Dakota

Charles Herrington

Published May 7, 2021 at 12:35 PM

Covington County residents participate in National Day of Prayer

Members of the Covington County faith community joined others around the nation who took part in the 70th annual National Day of Prayer.

Charles Herrington

Published May 6, 2021 at 7:14 PM

Hattiesburg students learn about post-graduation opportunities at Transition Fair

More than 20 organizations and agencies were there to answer questions from students.

Charles Herrington

Published May 6, 2021 at 1:54 PM

Okatoma Fest attracts 12,000 visitors to Collins

Organizers of the Okatoma Festival on May 1 are more than pleased with the number of visitors who came to town.

Charles Herrington

Published May 4, 2021 at 8:54 PM

Jones College, Laurel High partnering on ‘Middle College Program’

The initiative would allow qualified students to earn an associate’s degree at the same time as a high school degree.

Charles Herrington

Published May 4, 2021 at 12:49 PM

Camp Shelby Army Reserve unit gets new commander

An Army Reserve unit that assists, advises and conducts training at Camp Shelby has a new commander.

Charles Herrington

Published May 1, 2021 at 8:12 PM

Okatoma Fest returns after cancellation for COVID-19 pandemic, cut short due to 2019 storms

This year’s event featured a parade, a car show and lots of carnival rides for children.

Charles Herrington

Published May 1, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Hattiesburg students learn about 60s, 70s counterculture with ‘Woodstock’ event

Students at Sacred Heart High School learned about the counterculture of the 1960s and 1970s Friday by participating in an annual “Woodstock” festival.

Charles Herrington

Published April 30, 2021 at 8:01 PM

Students rehearse for JC production of ‘Godspell’ set for this weekend

Jones College is about to host its first live musical theater production since the beginning of the pandemic.

Charles Herrington

Published April 29, 2021 at 10:34 PM

Okatoma Fest renewed after being canceled in 2020, cut short in 2019

Organizers of the annual Okatoma Festival in Covington County are hoping for a little good luck as they prepare to host the event this Saturday, May 1.

Charles Herrington

Published April 28, 2021 at 8:22 PM

Suspect to be charged in murder of woman, kidnapping of daughter in Oak Grove

The suspect’s name will be released after formal charges of murder and kidnapping are filed.

Charles Herrington

Published April 24, 2021 at 9:23 PM

Pine Belt residents turn in old meds during National Drug Take Back Day

Residents came drop off as many prescription bottles or boxes as they wanted, with no questions asked.

Charles Herrington

Published April 24, 2021 at 8:42 PM

Volunteers pick up litter in Hattiesburg during Great American Cleanup

About one dozen volunteers gathered at Duncan Lake to participate.

Charles Herrington

Published April 24, 2021 at 8:31 PM

‘Heroes Walk’ for Hope Clinic held as virtual event

Fundraising walk Saturday to benefit a Hattiesburg clinic was rescheduled as a virtual, rather than an in-person event.

Charles Herrington

Published April 24, 2021 at 8:01 PM

Recovery efforts continue in Soso one year after Easter tornado

Soso Mayor Mike Moore says there is still much more to be done in the town’s recovery.

Charles Herrington

Published April 23, 2021 at 7:34 PM

College food pantries keep students focused on class, not food

Some college students have more to think about these days than just taking exams and making good grades.

Charles Herrington

Published April 22, 2021 at 9:00 PM

Hattiesburg gets Resilience Award from public relations group

The city was awarded for its efforts to keep the public informed during the pandemic.

Charles Herrington

Published April 22, 2021 at 2:27 PM

Hattiesburg hosting Great American Cleanup April 24

The annual Great American Cleanup is taking place in the Hub City Saturday, April 24.

Charles Herrington

Published April 21, 2021 at 8:26 PM

Hattiesburg residents react to Chauvin conviction

Some Hattiesburg residents are reacting to the Derek Chauvin conviction.

Charles Herrington

Published April 21, 2021 at 8:18 PM

Thrift store benefiting Petal animal shelter officially opens

A new thrift store that supports a Petal animal shelter had its official opening Tuesday.

Charles Herrington

Published April 20, 2021 at 3:13 PM

PRCC to welcome potential students at ‘Wildcat experience’

Hundreds of potential students will gather on the Poplarville campus to “experience” college life.

Charles Herrington

Published April 17, 2021 at 8:44 PM

Hattiesburg Zoo’s Science Sunday to focus on strawberry DNA

Children will have a tasty way to conduct scientific experiments on Sunday, April 18 at the Hattiesburg Zoo.

Charles Herrington

Published April 17, 2021 at 5:53 PM

Pine Belt residents dispose of hazardous household waste at “Right Way to Throw Away Day”

It was a drive-thru event, allowing residents to drop off waste products at no charge.

Charles Herrington

Published April 17, 2021 at 5:42 PM

Shelby museum staff react to opening of National WWI Memorial

The museum, at Camp Shelby, has an extensive exhibit on Mississippi’s role in that conflict.

Charles Herrington

Published April 15, 2021 at 8:09 PM

Hattiesburg Zoo to open new giraffe exhibit May 15

The Hattiesburg Zoo has announced the date it will open a major new exhibit that will have some very tall tenants.

Charles Herrington

Published April 15, 2021 at 7:30 PM

Covington County supervisors seek company to run jail kitchen

Supervisors are advertising for bids over the next two weeks.

Charles Herrington

Published April 14, 2021 at 3:43 PM

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Moselle, MS

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