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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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Aug. 2nd First Responder Day Starts at 11 a.m. at Oakland Grove Baptist Church (2475 Pleasant Grove Road, Laurel, 39443).
The church will thank police officers, deputies, firefighters, and other first responders for their courage and service to our community.
For more details, call the church at 601-428-8009.
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Aug. 6th Community Blood Drive Takes place from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Forrest County Chancery Building (641 Main Street, Hattiesburg).
The drive will be held in memory of Sheriff's Investigator Andretta English, who passed away recently. Cash donations will benefit surviving relative.
The blood drive is hosted by the Forrest County Sheriff's Office, the Petal Police Department, Blue Knights of Mississippi, AAA Ambulance, The Blood Centerand the Forrest County Board of Supervisors.
Schedule a time for your donation at the link just below this sentence.
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Aug. 7th Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera Is hosting "A Taste of the Season" benefit soiree from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Southern Oaks on Richburg Road in Hattiesburg.
Enjoy an evening of light jazz, singers with tunes from HCLO's upcoming shows and more.
Lots of very nice raffle prizes and ways to help HCLO fund the season.
Purchase your $35 tickets online at the link just below this sentence.
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Aug. 15th American Legion Post 11 in Laurel Is hosting its next karaoke competition at 9 p.m. Participants must register by 8:45 p.m. with a $5 entry fee, with all proceeds directly benefiting the American Legion via The Support Group.
Monthly cash and certificate winners qualify for the November finale to compete for the ultimate prize, bragging rights, and a Golden Microphone trophy.
Contest rules are available at The Hut or by texting 601-335-4884 and “request rules”.
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Aug. 29th Blood Drive at Stringer VFD Takes place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the volunteer fire department, located at 745 County Road 10.
Organizers tell Pine Belt Radio this is a replacement blood drive Brooke McCarty, a local cancer patient. "Brooke is bravely fighting cancer, and this event will help provide both blood donations and financial relief for her family," organizers said.
Donors of all blood types are needed and The Blood Center will contribute $10.00 for every whole blood donation and $20.00 for every double red donation to McCarty’s family, organizers add.
For more details, click on the Facebook link just below this sentence.
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Sep. 12th Sharon VFD: Car, Truck, and Bike Show Takes place at a new location this year -- First Baptist Church of Sharon. For more details, use the online links below this sentence or call 601-319-8698.
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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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