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1. Hattiesburg man arrested for Southern Miss football game threat (hattiesburgamerican.com) — Hattiesburg police say a local man has been charged with making a terroristic threat tied to the Sept. 5 Southern Miss–Alcorn State football game, after a multi-agency investigation led to his arrest. Authorities emphasize there was never an active threat to campus or nearby neighborhoods, crediting quick coordination for resolving the case safely.
2. City of Hattiesburg recognizes Constitution Week, Ballroom Dancing Week (hubcityspokes.com) — Hattiesburg residents will see no surprises in city taxes after the City Council adopted its ad valorem tax levy and approved the 2026 budget amendments. Council members also advanced grants for downtown revitalization, flood monitoring, solid waste cleanup, and park and roof repairs, plus funding for a household hazardous waste "Right Way to Throw Away Day."
3. Southern Miss Students and Faculty Explore Energy, Sustainability in Africa (redhillsmsnews.com) — Southern Miss students and faculty from Hattiesburg spent three weeks in Zambia and Namibia studying how those countries manage energy, mining, and conservation, then brought new insights back to campus. The program, partly funded by a U.S. State Department grant, created research partnerships and classroom examples that will shape how local students learn about sustainability, climate resilience, and global energy transitions.
4. 10 Mississippi Hiking Trails Locals Visit In September To Avoid Active Rattlesnakes At Other Places (takingthekids.com) — If you're looking to get outside around Hattiesburg this month, Paul B. Johnson State Park offers short, open lakeside trails that minimize snake encounters while staying family-friendly. The guide highlights how steady foot traffic, pine-needle paths, and clear sightlines make this nearby park a popular September choice, along with practical details like directions, parking, and bug-spray reminders.
5. How Oklahoma commit Deven Robertson, Oak Grove football defense shut down Hattiesburg (hattiesburgamerican.com) — Hattiesburg High's football team fell 36-20 to Oak Grove as Oklahoma commit Deven Robertson and the Warriors' defense held the Tigers to just 45 rushing yards. Despite 287 total yards, Hattiesburg couldn't keep pace with Oak Grove's explosive passing attack, led by quarterback Kellen Hall's 323 yards and three touchdowns.
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