Roy Howard Community Journalism Center
Lamar County’s growth fuels surge in emergency calls
Rapid population growth in Lamar County is driving a surge in emergency calls, straining volunteer staffing and prompting investments like a $1M training center to boost preparedness and medical…
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4mJamba Jollof opens downtown, expands Hattiesburg dining scene
Jamba Jollof is now Mississippi’s only brick-and-mortar West African restaurant.
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5mFrom sales to storage: What happens to unsold fireworks?
A local retailer said properly stored consumer fireworks do not have an expiration date.
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7mMoss Point to commemorate its Freedom Summer history
The memorial will become part of the Mississippi Freedom Trail, which recognizing people and places connected to the civil rights movement.
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3mLongleaf Trace board approves restroom security upgrades, discusses additional safety measures
The board approved about $12,600 for electronic locking systems to be installed at the trail's restroom buildings.
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5mResort, local partnerships help draw visitors to Greene County
Busby said part of the resort's growth has come from offering amenities visitors cannot find elsewhere nearby, including a full-service bar.