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The Pine Belt News Podcast: Episode 7 - October 23, 2020

In episode 7 of The Pine Belt News Podcast, we talk about the dismissal of UpDown Trampoline Park's lawsuit against Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker and the city, the addition of a limited mask mandat

Losses, struggles build values for Avalon family

Pearl River Community College’s baseball coach Michael Avalon has always preached to his players that baseball can often be like the game of life.

Zoo Boo starts Friday

The sights and frights of Halloween are on their way back to the Hattiesburg Zoo with Zoo Boo 2020, a family-friendly event featuring animals, attractions, food and other events.

Forrest supervisors consider updating election systems

Bill Lowe of Election Systems & Software addressed the Forrest County Board of Supervisors at their regular meeting on Oct.

Politcal Cartoon for October 22

Shop Petal First set for Nov. 19-21
By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 952 Reads
On Sun, 10/25/2020 - 11:32 PM
For 18 years, officials from the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce have partnered with retailers throughout the Friendly City to host Shop Petal First, a multi-day shopping event designed to offer shoppers savings, bolster the city’s retail sectors and keep tax dollars in Petal.
Marquis Crosby is held to 135 rushing yards in PCS' 28-0 loss.

Undefeated Madison-Ridgeland Academy shuts out PCS
By Charlie Luttrell , READ MORE > 1,908 Reads
On Sat, 10/24/2020 - 01:34 AM
Madison-Ridgeland Academy spoiled Presbyterian Christian’s homecoming night by completing a 28-0 shutout, handing the Bobcats its second consecutive loss.
Jeff Townsend (19) and Tyler Bush (4) celebrate a touchdown. Photo by Richard Thompson.

Lumberton dominates Resurrection to clinch fifth straight region title
By Andrew Abadie, READ MORE > 2,153 Reads
On Sat, 10/24/2020 - 01:01 AM
LUMBERTON – A season ago, as Lumberton walked into the locker room after losing its state championship game, the message for the next season was simple – to be better.

The Panthers have lived by that mentality, and it was no different as Lumberton won its fifth straight region title in a 56-0 win over Resurrection Catholic.
Calendar of Events
By From Staff , READ MORE > 350 Reads
On Fri, 10/23/2020 - 05:40 PM
Batucada Adult Drum Circle
Sponsored by the Hattiesburg Arts Council
Each Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. until Nov. 24
The Jook (825 N. Main St., Hattiesburg)
Boost energy, uplift your spirits and shake away negativity! Bring anything to make noise on and anything to sit on.
Two individuals arrested in connection with shooting at Nostalgia Lounge
By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 5,257 Reads
On Fri, 10/23/2020 - 04:45 PM
Two Hub City men have been arrested in connection with the Oct. 18 shooting that occurred behind Nostalgia Lounge on Front Street in downtown Hattiesburg.
The Pine Belt News Podcast: Episode 7 - October 23, 2020
By Podcast, READ MORE > 400 Reads
On Fri, 10/23/2020 - 04:20 PM
In episode 7 of The Pine Belt News Podcast, we talk about the dismissal of UpDown Trampoline Park's lawsuit against Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker and the city, the addition of a limited mask mandate, Zoo Boo, a new Hattiesburg schools trustee and much more. Plus: Stay tuned after the podcast ends for our first aired blooper!
Marquis Crosby (3) breaks through the line of scrimmage earlier in the season. Photo by Pat Causey for The Pine Belt News.

PCS trying to keep distrct championship hopes alive against top-ranked MRA
By Andrew Abadie, READ MORE > 2,223 Reads
On Fri, 10/23/2020 - 12:45 PM
Jackson Academy handed Presbyterian Christian its first loss to a Mississippi team this season.
Bolivar Bullet publisher Scott Coopwood

Big Tech eroding freedoms
By Scott Coopwood, READ MORE > 2,491 Reads
On Thu, 10/22/2020 - 04:55 PM
During this election cycle perhaps the most vital and heavily viewed platform for political news and debate has been Twitter. Then, up next is Facebook. Founded in 2006, Twitter has 330 million monthly active users and 145 million daily active users.
Opinion: Rosa Parks and a Texas mom
By Kelley Williams, READ MORE > 622 Reads
On Thu, 10/22/2020 - 04:43 PM
In 1953, Rosa Parks refused to go to the back of the bus in Birmingham. She was a seamstress and a civil rights activist. She was arrested for civil disobedience for violating Alabama’s segregated bus laws - which were subsequently held unconstitutional under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution.
ABADIE: High school basketball is quickly approaching
By Andrew Abadie, READ MORE > 1,555 Reads
On Thu, 10/22/2020 - 04:15 PM
With the end of volleyball season and football nearing its playoffs begins the countdown to the high school basketball season.

For context, MAIS basketball starts in just over one week.

Shop Petal First set for Nov. 19-21

For 18 years, officials from the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce have partnered with retailers throughout the Friendly City to host Shop Petal First, a multi-day shopping event designed to offer shoppers savings, bolster the city’s retail sectors and keep tax dollars in Petal.

This year’s event will be held for three days – Nov. 19, 20 and 21 – and will feature almost 60 Petal retailers and restaurants that will offer special deals, promotions and shopping experiences in all parts of the city.

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