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Dr. Mark Yeager addresses attendees at the 4th Annual Autism & Neurodiversity Conference, held Feb. 18 at William Carey University.
Starting in January, William Carey University will offer a PhD in Neurodiverse Studies – the first and only program of its kind in the United States.
“The term ‘neurodivergence’ is expanding a conversation that has typically been confined to autism spectrum disorders. This field has become very complex because each neurodivergent person is different and needs a different set of solutions and supports,” said Dr. Mark Yeager, chair of WCU’s Department of Exceptional Education.
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My Christmas cactus finally came into bloom – right on time, luckily, with no help from me.
One of the easiest garden arguments, other than the right folk name for Philadelphus (mock orange or English dogwood) and how to pronounce pecan, is over whether to call these holiday favorites Thanksgiving or Christmas cactus.
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As we observe the birth of Jesus, all of us look forward to a prosperous New Year. One thing none of us looks forward to, however, is the credit card bill that arrives after the holidays. As a state, Mississippi has a brighter future because we have been paying down our own “credit card,” the state’s debt.
In 2019, Mississippi’s General Obligation debt stood at $4.49 billion. Since 2020, we have not increased the total of these bonds. Instead, we have chosen to responsibly manage the state’s resources.
By Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann on
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It was all Gulfport from start to finish.
Behind a fast start along with sting defense the Admirals raced past Oak Grove 69-17 to claim the Hattiesburg Coca-Cola Holiday Classic Boys Championship on Saturday night.
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Southern Pines Healthy Pet Clinic is thrilled to announce the launch of its Midtown Wellness program, expanding access to quality, affordable veterinary care for cats and dogs throughout the Pine Belt community.
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A five-year, $2.1 million U.S. Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program grant awarded to The University of Southern Mississippi will support efforts to remove barriers students may face in completing their degrees.
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Keith Ball is a local attorney and a lifelong resident of the Friendly City.
The familiar scent of evergreen trees has returned to our homes, signaling the Christmas season. At this time of year, many seek out the familiar comfort of the holiday, hoping to slip back into the timeless glow of years past. Nostalgia can be powerful, but as surely as the lights come on the tree, a quiet truth settles in: Every year we experience a once in a lifetime Christmas. We will never experience Christmas 2025 again. We will never again celebrate with the same exact people, in the same exact way.
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Southern Miss finished the season 7-6, but the real work is only beginning. With the transfer portal opening Jan. 2, Blake Anderson now faces the biggest challenge of his tenure — keeping key contributors, filling major roster holes and building toward 2026.
We’ll track every departure and addition here as Anderson and his staff work to stabilize the roster, reload key positions and capitalize on the momentum from Year 1.
Who’s out
Corey Myrick, S
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Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker looks on as Crystal Gordon, the artist behind the 2025 Midnight on Front Street poster, explains her process and inspiration behind her piece.
The City of Hattiesburg announced the line-up of live music set to perform and the poster for the upcoming Midnight on Front Street annual celebration.
By Amanda D. Lee on
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Tammy Allhoff (standing, second from right) is pictured with her final Surgical Tech class.
It has been a little more than 30 years since the late Dr. Cecil Burt hired Tammy Allhoff at Pearl River Community College as a part-time instructor in the Surgical Technology program.
The job quickly changed to a full-time position, leading to her completing the Associate Degree.
Now, after having been a part of more than 500 graduating surgical technologists, the 60-year-old Allhoff is moving onward with a new chapter in her life: retirement.
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The former Hattiesburg attorney, Cory Ferraez, is back in custody after Special Judge Forrest Johnson revoked his bond for failure to appear at a status conference. Ferraez turned himself into the Forrest County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 17, 2025, according to the Forrest County jail docket. He was indicted by a grand jury in October of 2021 on five counts of embezzlement, conspiracy, fraud by mail/phone/newspaper/etc. and obtaining a signature of value with intent to defraud.
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Clark Hicks is a civil litigation attorney and Hattiesburg resident. Write him at clark@hicksattorneys.com.
Do you believe in Jesus and UFOs? If you do, I want to know how you reconcile the two.
By Clark Hicks on
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Beloved by generations of University of Southern Mississippi students for his wicked wit and wisdom, Dr. Joseph Balfour Parker was equally revered by news media seeking his expert political commentary and by politicians for his wise counsel on policy matters and campaign strategy.
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Jail dockets for Forrest and Lamar counties are provided to the Pine Belt News as a public records service. Arrest records are current for the week prior to publication. Due to an early press date, the Lamar county arrest records were not available.
Hattiesburg Police:
Louis Earl Berry, Jr.- domestic violence (aggravated by strangulation)
Myla Yvette Boone- simple assault
Galen Terrell-Lashaun Cochran- possession of marijuana (enhanced with possession of firearm), possession of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm at crime/arrest
Fendi Alexis Coffil- contempt of court (arbitration/failure to appear)
Jeremiah Martez Council- possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle
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Greenwood Police officers are on the scene of a shooting in the 300 block of East Market Street.
Four people were shot in Greenwood on Christmas Eve, two of them fatally.
Leflore County Coroner Debra Sanders said she received a call at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday in regard to a shooting incident that occurred on the 300 block of East Market Street.
The two people who died from the shooting were a 33-year-old man and a 28-year-old man, both from Greenwood. Both died from multiple gunshot wounds, Sanders said. The names of the victims are not yet being released as the coroner has yet to inform the victims' families.
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The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) has announced a $2 million gift through the USM Foundation from alumnus Paul H. “Bud” Holmes, whose generosity will name the newly renovated Criminal Justice Building.
Currently undergoing a $16.6 million renovation, the facility adjacent to M.M. Roberts Stadium will soon serve as the new home of the School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science and Security, preparing students for meaningful careers in law, forensics and public service.
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Funeral homes may submit obituaries to obits@hubcityspokes.com. Death notices are printed free of charge; obituaries with photos and detailed information will incur a charge. For assistance, call (601)-268-2331.
Charles Hubert "Chuck" Carter, Jr. (77) of Hattiesburg passed away on December 12, 2025. Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Yvonne Delort Cooper (84) of Sumrall passed away on December 17, 2025. Moore Funeral Service handled the arrangements.
Robert Ernest "Bob" Des Rosiers (79) of Hattiesburg passed away on December 15, 2025. Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
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The Ethel Holden Brownstone Center for the Arts was alive with pride and jubilation on Dec. 11 as 50 Pearl River Community College students marked the completion of their Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing (ADN). Family and friends from far and wide converged to witness this momentous occasion, filling the air with an infectious energy as they celebrated the graduates' remarkable achievements at the ADN Pinning Ceremony.
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The Hattiesburg Saenger Theater is proud to welcome back The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 8 p.m. One of the most iconic and enduring big bands of all time, the Glenn Miller Orchestra continues to bring the legendary “Miller Sound” to audiences across the globe—performing with the same unmistakable energy, precision, and timeless charm that has captivated fans for more than eight decades.
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