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Business

Cold-Link Logistics announced Monday that they would partner with Mississippi-based Whitestone...

Cold-Link Logistics announce $64M investment in Jones County

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 11:00 AM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
A new cold storage warehouse and transportation hub in Jones County stands to bring in a $64 million corporate investment with 84 new jobs.

Business

The College of Osteopathic Medicine at William Carey University hosted its 10th commencement...

87 graduate from 10th med school commencement at WCU

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 8:26 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Dozens of students from William Carey University are the nation’s newest physicians this weekend.

State

Chipotle in D’Iberville is now open every day from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Lines wrap around new Chipotle location in D’Iberville

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 7:26 PM CDT
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By Amber Spradley
Chipotle in D’Iberville is now open every day from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Business

LeAnn Wade and Nicole Garner, owners of Sole Sisters, LLC, in Seminary, will receive the SBA...

Seminary’s ‘Sole Sisters’ to receive SBA Woman Small Business of the Year award Thursday

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 10:13 AM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
The owners of a Seminary shoe and clothing store are being recognized this week by the U.S. Small Business Administration Mississippi District Office as part of National Small Business Week.

Business

Fallen Heroes

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By Gray Media
A Salute to Fallen Heroes

Business

3rd ‘Farm to Fork Ride or Run’ raises $85K for Extra Table

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 9:22 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Nearly 1,700 cyclists, runners and walkers from 17 different states gathered Saturday to raise money to feed hungry people across Mississippi.

Business

DREAM of Hattiesburg raises funds during ‘A Night of Sweet Dreams’

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 11:23 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
A longtime non-profit substance abuse prevention organization hosted a very tasty fundraiser in downtown Hattiesburg Friday night.

Business

‘Meet the Badges’ brings Laurel first responders, students together for positive interaction

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 11:01 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
A Laurel businessman and the Laurel School District teamed up to give police officers, firefighters and students a chance to get to know each other in a fun and relaxed way Friday afternoon.

Education

A quick ask: Local college graduates’ plans after graduation

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 11:00 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
Graduate today; job seeker tomorrow

News

Midtown continuing to grow in Hattiesburg

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 12:37 AM CDT
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By Trey Howard
Midtown Hattiesburg seeing growth
Extended Forecast
Extended Forecast

Business

2 Pine Belt businesses prepare for Mother’s Day

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 7:24 PM CDT
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By Emily Blackmarr
Hands are hard at work before many floral-driven holidays.

Business

34th Okatoma fest brings thousands to downtown Collins

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 8:17 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Thousands of people visited downtown Collins Saturday for food, live music and other activities, as part of the annual Okatoma Festival.

Business

First ‘Makers & Mud Bugs’ held in Columbia

Updated: May. 6, 2023 at 8:06 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Vendors at a first-ever event in Columbia Saturday that was dedicated to crawfish and craftspeople had to deal with off an on showers.

Business

Lucky Rabbit receives annual WCU Small Business Leadership Award

Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 9:38 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
William Carey University and the Hattiesburg business community have recognized a downtown Hub City business for its growth and contributions to the local economy.

News

Petal School District hosts 2nd annual job fair for non-licensed employees

Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
The Petal School District to host 2nd annual job fair for non-licensed employees

Business

National Small Business Week helps businesses thrive

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By Emily Blackmarr
The Small Business Administration provides resources to companies all over the country to help even when disaster strikes.

News

Comic books store sets up shop in Laurel

Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 7:48 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
New comics shop opens in downtown Laurel

News

Downtown residents, visitors soon will have expanded outdoor seating to enjoy

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 11:51 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
More outdoor seating under construction, planned for downtown Hattiesburg

News

5th annual Springs and Garden Expo held Friday in Bay Springs

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 8:36 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
5th annual Spring and Garden Expo held

News

PIB gets federal grant to complete survey project

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 1:43 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington and WDAM Staff
The Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport just received a new federal grant, which will be used to complete a geographical survey of the facility.

Business

Lamar Co. couple wins 2023 Minority Champions of the Year for new ‘Black Wall Street’

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 7:18 AM CDT
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By Trey Howard
A Pine Belt couple was recognized nationally by the Small Business Administration for their work with minority-owned businesses.

Business

Hattiesburg business, attractions make Forbes.com list of places to see in 2023

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 9:58 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Hattiesburg has made forbes.com’s list of the best places to travel this year.

Business

Plans being finalized for 34th annual Okatoma Festival

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 8:34 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Organizers of the upcoming Okatoma festival are finalizing plans for the 34th annual event.

News

Reeves signs ‘historic’ transportation, infrastructure improvement bills

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 3:07 PM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
Gov. Tate Reeves signed 2 bills that will allocate more than $1.85 billion for transportation and infrastructure projects across Mississippi

News

Stone County Enviva plant leaders give updated timeline

Updated: Apr. 19, 2023 at 10:11 PM CDT
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By Hugh Keeton
The goal calls for the plant to be up and running by the summer of 2025. The planned development will produce 1.1 million tons of pellets a year.

Business

Covington Hospital to begin major renovations this summer

Updated: Apr. 19, 2023 at 9:33 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Covington County Hospital announced it’s about to get a multi-million dollar makeover, with the assistance of the federal government.

State

American Dream Homes program assisting single moms and first-time home buyers

Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
If you are a new home buyer or single mom listen up. Because a local program is looking to help you get into your dream home for a less expensive cost.

Community

Dahmer Park, Hattiesburg Zoo host postponed egg hunts

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 11:41 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Two Hattiesburg Easter egg hunts that were postponed last Saturday because of the threat of rain were held Saturday instead.

Business

Walthall Park hosts 24th Downtown Crawfish Jam

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:07 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Hundreds of people came to Walthall Park in Hattiesburg Saturday, to get tasty and spicy mudbugs during the 24th annual Downtown Crawfish Jam.

Community

35K service personnel to train at Camp Shelby in summer 2023

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:04 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Nearly 35,000 members of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marinesare set to participate in exercises as part of the annual summer training period at Camp Shelby this year.

Business

Mike Ezell reacts to arrest of Pentagon leak suspect

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 9:02 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Mississippi 4th District Congressman Mike Ezell is reacting to the arrest of a Massachusetts Air National Guardsman in connection with the recent leak of highly classified military documents.

News

Jones County Jail looking for new medical partner

Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 2:51 PM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
The Jones County Jail will be in need of a new medical partner come the end of June.

Business

New businesses opening, new concert series to begin in Columbia

Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 9:19 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
New businesses are opening in Columbia and a new concert series in the city is just about to begin.

Agriculture

Magnolia Beef & Poultry Expo held for first time in Laurel

Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 12:18 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington and WDAM Staff
Organizers said they now plan to hold the annual event in Laurel and Raleigh on a rotating basis.

Business

TEC launches Smith Co. community broadband project

Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 11:45 AM CDT
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By Kyra Lampley and WDAM Staff
This project is expected to connect more than 1,700 customers by expanding gigabit-speed coverage by an estimated 150 miles.

State

Mississippi Main Street wins top honors at Pinnacle Awards Gala in Hattiesburg

Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 10:53 AM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
Mississippi Main Street Association bested over 100 nominations from Corinth to the Coast to take home the top prize at the Pinnacle Awards Gala on Tuesday night.

News

Hancock Whitney to open new location; ADP plans ribbon-cutting celebration

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 9:43 AM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
The Hub City’s newest banking location will officially open on Tuesday with much fanfare.

News

2023 Magnolia Beef and Poultry Expo to take place in Laurel Thursday

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 9:34 AM CDT
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By Renaldo Hopkins
Attendees will have a chance to win a Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O., sponsored by Pro Flow Motorsports in Laurel.

News

SPAS hopes adult dogs get forever homes during Easter ‘Hoppy Hour’ adoption event

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 10:13 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Southern Pines Animal Shelter is hosting a special free adoption event this weekend that is focused on adult dogs.

News

Lazy Magnolia Brewery owners share plans for the company

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By Stephanie Poole
Cold drinks on tap and live music can both be found in Hancock County. The festive scene brought hundreds to celebrate Lazy Magnolia’s First Friday event, in conjunction with new brewery owners.

Business

Jones lawmakers participate in ‘Eggs & Issues’ panel

Updated: Apr. 6, 2023 at 8:53 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Jones County lawmakers gave folks at the Laurel Country Club an overview of the 2023 legislative session Thursday morning.

News

Student summer job fair set for April 11 in Hattiesburg

Updated: Apr. 5, 2023 at 10:45 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
Hattiesburg student summer job fair scheduled for Tuesday.

Community

SPAS opening 2nd ‘Second Chance Thrift Shop’ on April 11

Updated: Apr. 5, 2023 at 10:00 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Southern Pines Animal Shelter is opening a second location of its Second Chance Thrift Shop.

Events

Hattiesburg to host annual student job fair on April 11

Updated: Apr. 5, 2023 at 3:44 PM CDT
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By Cam Bonelli
The job fair will be held at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Business

Firehouse Subs collecting funds for Miss. tornado relief efforts

Updated: Apr. 1, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
All funds collected from April 1 through April 7 will benefit the Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund.

News

Starbucks confirms coffee shop coming to the city of Petal

Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Marissa McCardell
Petal’s Evelyn Gandy Parkway is about to grow even more, with plans to bring in a popular coffee shop franchise.

Community

Pine Belt Habitat hosts annual charity golf tournament

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:17 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
More than 200 people came out for a charity golf event at the Hattiesburg Country Club Thursday.

State

Ingalls Shipbuilding will hold job fair this weekend

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 10:14 PM CDT
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By Ja'Colbi Rivers
The job fair will take place on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. at Ingalls Maritime Training Academy just outside the shipyard.

Business

36th Hubfest brings thousands of visitors to downtown Hattiesburg

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 6:43 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
Thousands of people visited downtown Hattiesburg Saturday for an annual street festival of food, live entertainment and one-of-a-kind arts and crafts.

Business

New baseball exhibit celebrates 1st anniversary of Smith Drug Co. Museum

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
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By Charles Herrington
The Hattiesburg Convention Commission is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Smith Drug Company Museum with a special baseball exhibit.
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