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Cheers Hattiesburg! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which charges filled Hattiesburg's jail docket this week.
  • See how William Carey's new art building changes campus life.
  • How a Hattiesburg drug court changed lives and gained a new name.

Also on today's calendar: South Mississippi Genealogical & Historical Society and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 73.
  • Sunday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Jail Docket for the week of October 1, 2026 (hubcityspokes.com) — Hattiesburg-area law enforcement released this week's jail docket, listing dozens of people arrested or held on charges ranging from DUI and domestic violence to drug trafficking and kidnapping. Forrest, Lamar and nearby county agencies, plus Hattiesburg Police and university police, all report bookings that give residents a snapshot of current public safety activity.
   

2. William Carey celebrates new art building (wdam.com) — Hattiesburg's William Carey University has opened a new 6,400-square-foot art building on its campus at Cherry Street, giving art majors a permanent home after years of scattered classrooms. Students and faculty say the dedicated studios and collaboration spaces match the program's rapid growth and should help future artists stay, thrive and create in Hattiesburg.
   

3. 12th Circuit Intervention Court and graduates honor Judge Robert Helfrich (darkhorsepressnow.com) — In Hattiesburg, 25 Forrest and Perry County residents recently graduated from the 12th Circuit Intervention Court, celebrating years of work to overcome addiction. The program was officially renamed for the late Judge Robert "Bob" Helfrich, whose supporters and family recalled how his drug court gave people second chances, inspired careers in recovery work, and has now helped more than 650 graduates build stable lives.
   

4. McElhaney Plumbing and Hardware salesman retires after 4 decades with the store (wdam.com) — In Hattiesburg, McElhaney Plumbing and Hardware is celebrating salesman Carl Reid as he retires after 45 years of helping local customers. The century-old store marked his final day with appreciation for his decades of service, while Reid reflected warmly on the many relationships he's built across generations of Hattiesburg shoppers.
   

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    Friday October 2
  • Wind Ensemble in Concert →
    The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium, Hattiesburg
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi all!
    I departed Wyoming and plan on arriving in Hattiesburg on 1 October. I'm a 62 year old retired USAF veteran. Some hobbies include: chess, cycling… (Nextdoor Midtown)
  • Kam is the best!
    Closest thing to "Cheers"( look it up if you've too young) I've ever seen! Good food, good service and great atmosphere! (Nextdoor Camp Dantzler)
  • LBA Hospitality posted a job opening for Houseperson in Hattiesburg. Apply here.
  • Western Container Corporation posted a job opening for Closures Production Tech - 12 Hour Shift in Hattiesburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hattiesburg here.

Ok Hattiesburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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