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Reeves: Forrest and Lamar counties under new mask mandate

By Joshua Wilson, READ MORE > 2,429 Reads
On Mon, 10/19/2020 - 03:55 PM

Forrest and Lamar counties are under a new mask mandate issued Monday by Gov. Tate Reeves.

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

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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!

Parents protest end of virtual learning option for Lamar elementary students

By Ame T. Posey, READ MORE > 539 Reads
On Wed, 10/21/2020 - 05:51 PM

The Lamar County School District Board of Trustees has received both support and criticism of their Sept. 30 decision to end the virtual learning option for Pre-K to fifth grade students without a certified medical excuse.

Spire to install natural gas in west Hattiesburg along U.S. 98

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 671 Reads
On Tue, 10/20/2020 - 04:38 PM

As part of its mission to provide natural gas service in underserved areas, officials from the Mississippi Public Service Commission have given approval for Spire to expand that service in west Hattiesburg with a multi-year project scheduled to begin this fall.

The Pine Belt News Podcast: Episode 6 - October 15, 2020

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On Thu, 10/15/2020 - 06:19 PM

In episode 6 of The Pine Belt News Podcast, we talk about Oseola McCarty and her invaluable contribution to the University of Southern Mississippi, the wildly successful "A Paranormal Chicks" podcast, the new Hattiesburger Trail and much more.

Sumrall High School transitions to at-home learning for two weeks amidst COVID cases

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 1,534 Reads
On Thu, 10/15/2020 - 03:40 PM

Following guidelines from the Mississippi Department of Health, Sumrall High School will transition to at-home learning only – with no on-campus or extracurricular activities – amidst an unspecified number of COVID-19 cases.

Nonprofit organization coming to former Lumberton hospital to aid veterans

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 2,900 Reads
On Wed, 10/14/2020 - 05:56 PM

Being a military veteran, Lumberton resident Bernadette Martinez knows full well the challenges some veterans face after leaving service – whether that be food, shelter or just someone to talk to.

Hattiesburg native, USM alum crowned Mrs. Mississippi

By David Tisdale, READ MORE > 838 Reads
On Wed, 10/14/2020 - 05:01 PM

As the new Mrs. Mississippi, Oak Grove High School dance teacher and University of Southern Mississippi alumna Sarah Williams hopes she is an inspiration for her students, co-workers and all women to “chase their dreams, do scary-fun things, and be the best version of themselves.”

Lumberton leaders looking to reopen city museum

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 305 Reads
On Wed, 10/14/2020 - 04:51 PM

Lumberton officials are looking into what steps are necessary to reopen the city’s museum on Main Avenue, which suffered termite and water damage that was compounded when Hurricane Isaac made landfall in 2012.

Artist sought for ‘Your Life Matters’ mural in east Hattiesburg

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 890 Reads
On Wed, 10/14/2020 - 04:24 PM

To illustrate the impact people have on those around them, officials from the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art are putting out a call for an artist to complete “Your Life Matters,” the Hub City’s 21st public art mural.

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