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Ongoing - Wed. & Sat. Forrest County Farmers Market Hattiesburg’s oldest market since 1947 is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at 1200 Corrine Street.
This indoor facility provides easy parking and accessible shopping for locally grown produce, home-baked goods, and handmade crafts regardless of the weather.
It remains a staple for the community, offering a wide variety of Mississippi-made products from local vendors and artisans. For more details, call 601-545-6082.
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Now until Oct. 15th Southern Pine Electric: Student Art Contest Open for 7th through 12th graders whose parents or guardians are cooperative members.
To enter, students must submit one original piece measuring at least 16” x 20” that fits specified themes—such as electrical safety or community empowerment—to any Southern Pine office by October 15. "Artists may use markers, crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, canvas, paper, acrylic, clay, and more," Southern Pines tells Pine Belt Radio. "Use your imagination to bring your art to life!"
Category winners will earn a $50 Visa gift card, while a grand prize winner chosen by independent judges will receive $250.
Winning entries will be displayed for one year in a local office lobby, showcased at the November 12 annual meeting in Taylorsville, and featured in "Today in Mississippi" magazine.
"The student’s name, contact phone number, school or homeschool, and artwork title must be written on the back of the submission or attached there," Southern Pines said in a release.
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Every Thurs. until Oct. 29th Hattiesburg Arts Council: Brown Bag Concert Series
The following performances take place from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at The Commons at Gordon's Acres.
\ Oct. 8: Drew Young Band
\ Oct. 15: Cole Hill
\ Oct. 22: Folk Descent
\ Oct. 29: Alkebulan Music Philosophy
Food truck partners will sell lunch. Bring your bag chair or picnic blanket.
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Oct. 6th, 8th 2026 National Night Out in Forrest County Events will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on October 6 in North Forrest County (Macedonia Fire Department with N. Forrest and Sunrise and at Rawls Springs Community Center) and October 8 in South Forrest County (Dixie Community Center with Dixie, Brooklyn, Carnes and McLaurin volunteers).
The events will feature safety information, neighborhood watch guidance, snacks, and games.
Coordinated by the Forrest County Sheriff's Office, the traditional event aims to build police-community partnerships and enhance local safety. For more details, call 601-544-7800, ext 260.
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Oct. 10th Forrest County Farmer’s Market: Fall Festival Takes place from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 1200 Corinne Street in Hattiesburg.
The day will feature local businesses, handmade products, unique shopping opportunities, and a variety of food options.
For more details, call 601-545-6082.
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Oct. 17th-18th 40th Anniversary Fall Muster Takes place at Beauvoir, the Jefferson Davis Home and Presidential Library (2244 Beach Blvd., Biloxi).
Experience life in the 1860s with battle reenactments, live period music, living historians, a ladies tea, and more.
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Oct. 17th South Jones H.S.: Southside Showdown This adult 3-on-3 basketball tournament is open to players 18 and older who have graduated. Teams of three to four players can register for $100.
Each participating team is guaranteed three games as they compete for prizes, a championship trophy, and bragging rights.
All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the South Jones Lady Braves Basketball program.
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Oct. 18th Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi Is hosting Mississippi’s Walk for Diabetes at the Longleaf Trace Southern Miss Gateway in Hattiesburg.
Registration costs $25 and includes lunch, with activities beginning at 1 p.m. and the walk starting at 2 p.m.
All funds raised directly support diabetes educational and medical assistance programs within the state. Participants can register or request a team packet by calling (601) 957-7878.
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Oct. 22nd Laurel Sports Hall of Fame The inaugural class will be honored at a special banquet at Life Church in Laurel.
This first class features 25 individuals who made significant athletic contributions to the Laurel community across multiple local high schools.
In addition to athletes, the Hall of Fame will recognize dedicated coaches and community supporters of the Laurel School District.
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