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Good morning Hattiesburg! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Hattiesburg Zoo's new giraffe means a short pause in feedings
  • How William Carey cruised to a 4-0 conference soccer shutout
  • Is your Hattiesburg home ready for Hurricane Isaias' possible flooding?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Sunday: Warmer with plenty of sun, temps: high: 90, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Sunny with record-tying heat, with a high of 95 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Hattiesburg Zoo welcomes new giraffe Rhaisi from Memphis (wjtv.com) — Hattiesburg's zoo just welcomed Rhaisi, a young male giraffe from Memphis, expanding the local herd to three and supporting an international Species Survival Plan. While he settles in and meets resident giraffes Bertie and Grace, the zoo is pausing giraffe feedings and behind-the-scenes barn experiences for about 30 days before resuming interactive programs.
   

2. William Carey Tops Point 4-0 for Conference Victory (hubcityspokes.com) — Hattiesburg's William Carey University men's soccer team rolled to a 4-0 conference win over Point University, powered by goals from Jean Danitanga, Kenson Pierre, Enzo Galli, and Daniel Mulero. The Crusaders dominated chances at Danny Owens Field and now look ahead to an Oct. 15 road matchup against UT Southern in Southern States Athletic Conference play.
   

3. Mississippi Power Opens Storm Center as Isaias Heads Toward the Coast (queencitynewsfeed.com) — Hattiesburg is in the projected flash-flood zone as Hurricane Isaias approaches, with Mississippi Power activating its storm center and staging hundreds of repair crews. Residents are urged to prepare now by charging devices, avoiding downed lines, using generators safely, and checking on vulnerable neighbors as conditions may worsen Friday night into Saturday.
   

4. AG Fitch Announces Recent Medicaid Fraud Sentencings, More Than $120,000 Recovered (simpsoncounty.ms) — A Hattiesburg woman is among five Mississippians recently sentenced for Medicaid and wire fraud, with more than $120,000 recovered statewide. State Attorney General Lynn Fitch highlighted ongoing efforts to crack down on fraud and urged residents to report suspected Medicaid abuse through the Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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    FOUND! ANSWERED PRAYERS! Please let me know if you see him, I ve got to find him before this storm hits! Has anyone seen Sammy today? Was seen last… (Nextdoor Camp Dantzler)
  • Heads up: If you've ever done business with synder's on Old Highway 11 and your trailer was stolen, ask them whether your trailer has a GPS tracker and whether they can help locate it.
    My trailer was stolen, and I'm just finding out 8 months later that it had GPS on it. I wish I had known sooner, so I'm sharing my experience in… (Nextdoor Oak Grove)
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Freezer, Cooler and Deli Stocker Associate in Hattiesburg. Apply here.
  • Sonic posted a job opening for Day Time Crew Member 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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