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Merry on the Midway takes place on select days through December 21 at the Laurel Fairgrounds.
Please click on the above banner for more details about Merry on the Midway and other great Christmas events in the Pine Belt.
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Now until Dec. 1st Auditions for Disney’s "Newsies"
FestivalSouth in Hattiesburg will kick off its 2026 season with Disney’s "Newsies", produced by The Hub City Players.
For the first time, the company is accepting online audition submissions, which are open to post-high-school performers of all genders and backgrounds. Round one requires video submissions of singing and dancing by December 1 -- with selected performers moving on to live auditions December 15 and 16.
The production will be co-produced by Dr. Mike Lopinto and Tammy Mansfield, with Jacob Morris making his directorial debut for HCP and choreography led by DeLovitt Rogers and Tracy Smith. FestivalSouth 2026 will also celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a season of patriotic performances.
Tickets for Disney’s "Newsies" and the full season will go on sale in January 2026. Performances, and FestivalSouth, are scheduled for June of 2026.
More details are available at the links just below this sentence.
hubcityplayers.com (for details on auditions) festivalsouth.org (for details on Disney’s "Newsies" and the 2026 season) -
Now until Jan. 2nd, 2026 United Way of the Pine Belt Region: Prancer Path Fundraiser
This holiday tradition in Laurel unites the community while supporting vital local programs.
The event will showcase decorated trees competing in categories such as Best Non-Profit, Most School Spirit, People’s Choice, and Best Overall Tree, with new categories added each year.
Organizers encourage businesses, organizations, and individuals to order a tree, combining festive advertising with meaningful support for education, health, and financial stability initiatives across the Pine Belt.
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Dec. 6th American Legion Bazaar/Rummage Sale Takes place from 9 a.m until 3 p.m. at 1108 North 9th Avenue in Laurel. Proceeds benefit plans for a new hall roof. For more details, or to secure vendor space, call 601-935-8114.
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Jan. 25th, 2026 Pine Belt Pirates The defending league champion baseball team has released its tryout schedule and invites all talented players to participate. Tryouts are scheduled at 3 p.m. at 605 Hillcrest Loop in Petal.
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Mar. 29th, 2026 Messiah Parts II and III Presented by The Meistersingers of Mississippi, the concert starts at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg.
Scheduled during the season of Lent, the Biblical texts of Parts II and III of this beloved choral classic focus on the death and resurrection of Jesus, culminating in the Hallelujah Chorus.
Dr. Jay Dean will serve as guest conductor for this performance.
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June 4th-27th, 2026 FestivalSouth Organizers have unveiled plans for the 2026 edition of FestivalSouth, which will take place the month before America’s semiquincentennial.
"Join us as we honor the artistry that has shaped our nation’s soul — not only with stars and stripes but also with the spark of imagination," officials said in a statement online.
As in previous years, several free and ticketed performances will take place in and around Hattiesburg. Among the highlights...
\ FestivalSouth and Hub City Players will present Disney's "Newsies".
\ The Meistersingers of Mississippi will perform a semiquincentennial concert June 7 at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg.
Details are at the link just below this sentence.
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Auto Thefts The Hattiesburg Police Department is warning residents about a recent increase in auto thefts and are urging drivers to take simple steps to secure their vehicles.
Investigators report that most of the recent thefts involved vehicles that were left running and unattended or unlocked with the keys inside.
HPD emphasizes that these incidents are largely preventable. Residents can reduce the risk by turning off their vehicles, taking keys, locking doors, closing windows, and removing or concealing valuables.
Anyone who sees suspicious activity or has information about vehicle thefts is encouraged to contact Hattiesburg Police at 601-544-7900 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at P3Tips.com.
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Caregiver Support Group Monthly meetings will be held from 11 a.m. until noon at The Pause Café at Life Church on Highway 84 west of Laurel.
Virtual options are available.
Contact the church for more details; its website is linked just below this sentence.
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Editor's Note
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