During the spring and summer, we all have leisure on the brain. Well, nothing says unwinding like time at the tees. Even better, you don’t have to leave town to get in some vacation-level relaxation! If you love spending time on the green, check out these excellent places to play golf in Hattiesburg, MS. Shadow Read more about 4 Places to Play Golf in Hattiesburg[…]

Raise your hand if you can’t wait to start seeing shows again! Well, we have good news for you. You won’t have to sit around just hoping to finally jam out. In fact, you have weeks of performances ahead of you, thanks to Festival South 2021 in Hattiesburg. Mark it down for this summer, starting Read more about Coming Up: Festival South 2021[…]

There are two new Corner Market stores in Hattiesburg offering residents more convenient grocery shopping options! The remodeling of one location and complete overhaul of the other are in the final stages. The Details Locally-based grocery store chain Roberts Company announced plans to rebrand and remodel what was previously their Sunflower grocery store into a Read more about In the News: New Corner Market Stores in Hattiesburg[…]

Football fans missing the thrill of game time are in luck. Mississippi Raiders arena football kicks off the season’s first game at the home arena, Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, Saturday, March 20th. Get tickets now! No need to make a snap decision when it comes to cheering on the home team! Order your tickets ahead Read more about Things to Do: Mississippi Raiders Arena Football[…]

Dust off your running shoes and lace up! The 10th Annual Hattiesburg Half Marathon 2021 is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th. What to Expect Run through the heart of Hattiesburg along a route voted Mississippi’s Best Half Marathon 2019 by RaceRaves. This premier running event is a fundraiser for the Pinebelt Foundation and benefits participating Read more about Coming Up: Hattiesburg Half Marathon 2021[…]

The Hattiesburg Historic Conservation Commission forges a future by protecting the past and ensuring the historically significant places, people and their stories continue to teach valuable life lessons. This is one reason why the commission is pleased with the recent addition of two new historic landmarks in Hattiesburg. The Smith Drug Company According to an Read more about In the News: Two New Historic Landmarks in Hattiesburg[…]

Classes at The University of Southern Mississippi filled up fast! In fact, in fall 2020, so many students signed up that they led to USM’s highest enrollment in six years. So, if you see a bunch of new faces in class—or on your Zoom lessons—say hello to latest class to cheer on the Golden Eagles. Read more about On Campus: USM’s Highest Enrollment in Six Years[…]

We don’t mean to brag, but it’s true: Hattiesburg is Mississippi’s most educated city. That’s right—you’re living among fellow brainiacs. Now, you can educate yourself even further by learning why we’ve earned this special distinction. Who determined the most educated city in Mississippi? Ever heard of Insurify? This company makes its living helping people figure Read more about In the News: Hattiesburg is Mississippi’s Most Educated City[…]

Alley Cats Axe Throwing Co. opened this summer, and it is one new business that hits the bullseye in historic downtown Hattiesburg. Self-described as a “family-friendly urban axe throwing experience,” they are open seven days a week. Throw Out Those Nerves! The idea of hurling a hatchet through the air at a wooden target may Read more about New Business Spotlight: Alley Cats Axe Throwing Co.[…]

Women fought for the right to vote and in turn the right to be heard in government for decades. This right was finally granted in August 1920—now 100 years ago—when the 19th amendment was ratified. The hard-fought struggle and the hard-earned opportunities following are depicted in a new mural in downtown Hattiesburg. The What This Read more about In the News: New Mural in Downtown Hattiesburg[…]