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Southern Miss Falls to Miami in Hattiesburg Regional

Hurricanes · Hattiesburg

Southern Miss Falls to Miami in Hattiesburg Regional

54% Center coverage: 13 sources

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - Southern Miss fell to Miami 5-4 in the Hattiesburg Regional final on Monday, June 2. The Hurricanes will advance to the super regionals. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW See the Story

Joey Urban Drives in 5 and Southern Mississippi Blasts Miami to Force Deciding Game in Hattiesburg

NCAA · Hattiesburg

Joey Urban Drives in 5 and Southern Mississippi Blasts Miami to Force Deciding Game in Hattiesburg

56% Center coverage: 9 sources

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) — Joey Urban drove in five runs with two homers, Southern Mississippi exploded for nine runs in the first inning and the Golden Eagles went on to defeat Miami 17-6 on Sunday night, forcing a winner-take-all game in the Hattiesburg Regional. The deciding game will take place on Monday. The Golden Eagles (47-15) are looking to reach the super regionals for the third time in the last four seasons. Miami (33-25) is looking fo…See the Story

Access to Old Richton Road in Petal Closed for Utility Work

Ilkley · Ilkley

Access to Old Richton Road in Petal Closed for Utility Work

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

PETAL, Miss. (WHLT) - Petal drivers could face delays while traveling. Officials with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) said access to Old Richton Road from Evelyn Gandy Parkway/State Route 42. Hattiesburg kicks off annual Juneteenth Parade on Saturday According to officials, access will be closed from June 11 to July 11 for utility work. East/west traffic on Evelyn Gandy Parkway/SR 42 will not be affected. Detour signage…See the Story

These Hattiesburg-Area Parents’ Children Died of Addiction. Local Officials Are Managing Opioid Settlements without Their Input.

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

These Hattiesburg-area parents’ children died of addiction. Local officials are managing opioid settlements without their input.Opioids · Hattiesburg See the Story

Pair of Golden Eagles Set to Participate in MLB Draft Combine - Southern Miss

HATTIESBURG, Miss. -- Major League Baseball and USA Baseball today announced the list of participating draft-eligible players, including Southern Miss outfielder Jake Cook (Madison, Miss.) and starting pitcher JB Middleton (Yazoo City, Miss.), for the 2025 MLB Draft Combine set to take place from June 17-21 at Chase Field, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, for a third consecutive year.Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

Suspect wanted for auto burglary at Hattiesburg apartment complex

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - Hattiesburg police are working to identify the person who burglarized a vehicle at an apartment complex. The incident occurred at Mark IV Apartments on Blue Gable Road around 3:45 a.m. on May 30, 2025. Police said the suspect entered a vehicle and stole multiple items. Anyone with information about the suspect can contact the Hattiesburg Police Department or submit a tip through Crime Stoppers by dialing **TIPS. A…Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

Southern Miss Volleyball Unveils 2025 Schedule - Southern Miss

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Southern Miss volleyball head coach Jenny Hazelwood today announced the program's 2025 schedule. The 27-match regular season slate is composed of 11 out-of-conference matches ahead of a 16-match Sun Belt Conference lineup ahead of the 2025 Sun Belt Conference Championships in Foley, Ala.Volleyball · Hattiesburg Read Article

JB Middleton Named Second-Team All-American by ABCA/Rawlings - Southern Miss

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Southern Miss right-handed starter pitcher JB Middleton (Yazoo City, Miss.) earned second team All-America honors by the American Baseball Coaches Association/Rawlings in an announcement Friday morning by the organization.Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

US 49 ramp to I-59 to temporarily close in Forrest County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - There will be a temporary ramp closure in Forrest County. Officials with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) said the ramp from U.S. 49 South to Interstate 59 South will be closed from 6:00 a.m. June 16 to 5:30 p.m. June 27. Access to Old Richton Road in Petal closed for utility work The work is associated with a resurfacing project on I-59. Traffic should detour by continuing on U.S. 49 South…Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

Staff Sgt. Kavin Johnson: A Leader Defined by Service, Not Rank

Following the selection process during this year’s annual training exercise, the leadership team of Alpha Battery, 1-181st Field Artillery Regiment, identified Staff Sgt. Kavin Johnson as their most outstanding Soldier. His unwavering leadership and relentless commitment to Soldiers were evident, proving that leadership is built on putting people first. It wasn’t just his mastery of equipment, but, above all, his understanding that leadership is…Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

Hattiesburg police seek suspect in auto burglary at hotel

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - Hattiesburg police are searching for the suspect who was involved in an auto burglary at a hotel. The incident occurred between the evening hours of May 14 and the early morning hours of May 15. Woman charged with fatal assault on elderly woman in Laurel Police said the unknown suspect entered a vehicle at the Holiday Inn on Highway 49 and stole multiple items from the vehicle. Anyone with information can contac…Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg Read Article

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