MSU Commitment Scoreboard Update Week 12 Nov 8, 2009
(Hattiesburg, Natchez and Meridian). scored three more touchdowns this week as Perry Central continues to win big. (GenesPage.com)
Pearl River CC headed to Southern Miss Nov 7, 2009
"He has always been more of a USM fan and has followed them more than any other team in the state and it is right down here in Hattiesburg. He is just excited about the opportunity to get started and play center for Southern Miss. "I qualified coming out of high school, academically, but I did not have the options I wanted. I had always wanted to play for Southern Mississippi, and now I have that option, so I am going to live out my dream. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Steve McNair Jr. decides on career at Southern Mississippi Nov 6, 2009
Hattiesburg, Oak Grove High School Scouts Grade: 77 ... He told the Hattiesburg American, "I just wanted to give my family a chance to watch my games. I wanted to stay close to home and I loved the Southern Miss campus.". (ESPN -- Recruiting)
McNair picks hometown Eagles Nov 5, 2009
To say that it's been a difficult year for Oak Grove (Hattiesburg, Miss. receiver would be an understatement. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ident-A-Kid comes to Morton Elementary Nov 5, 2009
Wynne, who covers Mississippi from Senatobia to Hattiesburg, said she tends to produce more cards for younger students, despite the fact that pre-teenagers go missing or are abducted at a higher rate. She added that program participation rates in public schools, like Morton Elementary, range from 10 percent to 20 percent, while private schools boast numbers between 40 percent and 50 percent. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Carnes explosion deaths ruled as accidents Nov 4, 2009
Ben Piper Hattiesburg American November 3, 2009 ... Services for Devon Byrd are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church of Hattiesburg ... Visitation is 6-10 p.m. today at Jones uneral Home in Hattiesburg and 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at the church. (The Clarion-Ledger)
2 teens killed in explosion Nov 3, 2009
Authorities and the teens relatives aren t sure why they were out at that time of morning or what may have caused the explosion, the Hattiesburg American newspaper reported. Wanda White, Wade s mother, said she and her husband, Phillip, were awakened by a noise early in the morning. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Cash at what cost? Nov 1, 2009
The cities with the most payday outlets - Jackson, Hattiesburg, Greenwood, Meridian and Laurel - have median household incomes between $22,000 and $30,000, all below the median for the state ... Hattiesburg 44 13 10 67. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Webb happy to be at home Oct 31, 2009
After spending two seasons in Hattiesburg, Webb decided to return home and play for MSU. Find out what made him change his mind inside. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Still burning Oct 31, 2009
On 10 January 1966, a gang from the Ku Klux Klan firebombed his home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Today, his family lives on the same property at the site of the attack. (BBC News)
Family peddling across country on dream trek Oct 30, 2009
When they went through Alabama the Mobile Bay Ferry was closed, so they cut north to Hattiesburg. The next stop was Prentiss, and then they hit Highway 84 headed west. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
PERRY/Gallo's radio family Oct 29, 2009
ThursdayOctober 29, 2009. 10/28/2009 6:00:00 PM. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
7 charged in Medicare fraud, feds seize millions Oct 29, 2009
The defendants, including four doctors that worked for Statewide Physical Medicine Group in south Mississippi, were summoned to appear Nov. 4 in U.S. District Court in Hattiesburg. At least some of the defendants also have ties to Alabama and New Mexico, but court records say the alleged fraud happened in Mississippi. (WSJA.com, AL)
Viking Classic plays up chefs' appeal Oct 28, 2009
"Certainly, the man most in demand this year will be Florence, the host of a cornucopia of Food Network shows and the author of such works as Eat This Book.But the local guys pack them in, too, including St. John, whose menu on Sunday includes a seafood stew called cioppino, and "the ultimate tailgating food: sweet potato brownies," he said."It's been standing room only since I've been going there," said St. John of Hattiesburg, whose food/humor column appears in The Clarion-Ledger."I've got... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Explore Our Photos Oct 27, 2009
Hattiesburg - Oak Grove ... Hattiesburg - Wingfield. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Look no further than oak trees for deer Oct 27, 2009
Thanks, doc Thanks to the magnificent work of Dr. Byron Smith and his staff at Southern Eye Center in Hattiesburg, I was able to see and arrow my first deer with a bow since 2001 while sighting with my right eye and shooting right-handed. Oh, I have taken a few deer shooting right-handed while sighting with my left eye, just as I have taken a couple shooting totally left-handed. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Wave feeling frustrated after lopsided loss Oct 25, 2009
HATTIESBURG, MISS. -- Tulane senior running back Andre Anderson gave voice to a deep-seated Green Wave frustration minutes after University of Southern Mississippi handed Tulane a 43-6 loss in front of 30,541 in a Conference USA cross-division game. Anderson screamed and yelled outside the locker room. (Nola.com -- Sports)
USM pummels Tulane 43-6 Oct 25, 2009
10:17 PM CDT on Saturday, October 24, 2009. DeAndre Brown caught a pair of touchdown passes as Southern Mississippi rolled over Tulane 43-6 on Saturday night. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Tulane looks to get back on winning side Oct 24, 2009
Kickoff is 6 p.m. CDT in Hattiesburg. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Born (again) to be wild: Motorcycle ministries find calling Oct 24, 2009
"Speir joined the Taylors in 2005, and now The Biker Church, a nondenominational Christian ministry, meets Sunday afternoons and Thursday evenings at the La Quinta Inn in Hattiesburg, and Tuesday nights in Saucier's Living Word Church auditorium. About 100 people generally attend in Hattiesburg and 60 in Saucier."I knew there were a lot of people out there who needed the Lord, and they would never come to a conventional church," Speir said. "The motorcycle just opens the door. "The Biker Church... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Wobbly Wave gives reins to freshman Oct 24, 2009
HATTIESBURG, MISS. -- Tulane redshirt freshman Ryan Griffin will make his college starting debut today with the Green Wave season teetering on the cliff. Tulane (2-4, 0-3 Conference USA) heads into the game against Southern Mississippi (4-3, 2-1) desperate for a win after getting pounded by Marshall (31-10) and Houston (44-16) at home the previous two Saturdays. (Nola.com -- Sports)
It's friends-foes for Wave, Eagles Oct 24, 2009
Tulane freshman Shakiel Smith has schooled his teammates on hip lingo all season, and he introduced a new term this week in advance of the Green Wave's trip to Hattiesburg to play Southern Mississippi -- frenemies, which means a friend who is simultaneously an opponent. Perhaps it is better applied to reality television stars, but Smith is describing Southern Miss linebacker Korey Williams and wide receiver Gerald Baptiste, two of his former high school teammates at Karr. (Nola.com -- Sports)
MSU womens golf coach to retire Oct 23, 2009
Sanders, a Hattiesburg native, has served 22 years at the helm of the womens program and has been named Southeastern Conference coach of the year twice. A national search to find a replacement will be conducted beginning immediately, according to a press release from the school. (The Clarion-Ledger)
North/South All-Star Classic roster selected Oct 22, 2009
RB Jimmy Broomfield, 5-11, 185, Scott Central; Marcquis Hosey, 5-6, 190, Hattiesburg; Donatella Luckett, 6-0, 210, Pisgah; Jeremy Palmer, 5-10, 185, Puckett. WR Robert Johnson, 6-2, 210, Oak Grove; Jonathan Moore, 6-0, 165, Picayune; Terrance Taylor, 6-0, 190, Morton; Krisjon Wilkerson, 6-2, 205, St. Stanislaus. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Skinner starts as new sales consultant Oct 22, 2009
When her husband, Mike, was activated in the U.S. Army, they moved to Hattiesburg to follow his tour of active duty. Married for seven years, they have two daughters, Aubrie, 4, and Anna Claire, 2. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Study: Over Half College Students Set iPods Too Loud Oct 17, 2009
After asking a group of college students to listen to the rock song "Summer of 69" by Brian Adams on their iPods or other personal music players, researchers at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg checked the volume of the devices and discovered that about 55 percent of current college students could eventually suffer permanent hearing loss. Fifty-five percent set their devices to 'very loud' levels (greater than 85 decibels), the researchers said in a paper to be presented at... (Fox News)
Golden Eagles in dire need of victory tonic Oct 14, 2009
Patrick Magee Hattiesburg American October 14, 2009 ... (Hattiesburg American) ... 3 FM M.M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Snake's clever disguise tricks reader Oct 13, 2009
Lots of folks all across Mississippi know Penny, of the Oak Grove community near Hattiesburg, for her service with the Mississippi Wildlife Federation, for which she is a board member emeritus, and is also past president of the Pine Woods Chapter of the National Audubon Society. Penny taught school for 25 years, then started an education foundation after retirement. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Deer hunters face new limits Oct 1, 2009
"When we met with them and told them they would only have to see the beam from one side, just one main beam, and not have to count points, they liked it."Harry Thomas of Hattiesburg is a dog hunter who likes the change. "Bottom line is that if we want to have big bucks, no matter how we hunt them, dogs, still hunting, gun or archery, we have to let the young bucks develop," Thomas, 47, said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Acorns key to early-season bow hunting Sep 30, 2009
And, incidentally, the Forrest/Lamar chapter of DU is holding its annual banquet and auction to help fund those conservation projects October 8 at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center in Hattiesburg. Doors open at 6 p.m., with a catered meal from Macks to be served at 7. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Appeals panel upholds Hattiesburg wards Sep 30, 2009
Hattiesburg didn't hurt minority participation on the city council when it counted university students as city residents while redrawing ward lines, a federal appeals panel ruled Tuesday ... Some Hattiesburg residents sued the city in 2006 to remove college students from the population mix ... The plaintiffs said the city council unfairly included more than 3,000 transient students at the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University in the equation used to redraw Hattiesburg... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Monaghan Picks Up 100th Victory As Women's Soccer Takes Down Southern Miss, 2-0 Sep 26, 2009
The game was moved from the Marshall Bell Complex in Hattiesburg, Miss. to the Pearl River Community College Soccer Field in Poplarville, Miss. (Gotigersgo.com)
MSU-USM to play in 2014-2015 Sep 25, 2009
The teams are scheduled to meet at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014 and at M.M. Roberts Stadium in Hattiesburg, Sept. 5, 2015. Both games will be season openers for each school. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
New mentor program eyed for area youth Sep 25, 2009
Hattiesburg, Jackson, Rankin and Tupelo were the only cities where fundraising goals were met, and are now the only cities still operating BBBS chapters. "We've been fighting and fighting and fundraising, but with the economy being the way it is, we didn't reach our development plan," Waters said. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
USM releases mens basketball schedule Sep 25, 2009
HATTIESBURG, MISS. Games against in-state rival Ole Miss and SEC mainstay Vanderbilt highlight Southern Miss 2009-10 mens basketball schedule that was released Thursday. Coach Larry Eustachys Golden Eagles will play nine games against five teams that participated in last years postseason, and there are 14 home games over the course of the season. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Going home with gold Sep 24, 2009
Several years ago, Mississippi set up senior games, held in key cities like Hattiesburg, on the coast, and Tupelo, she said. There were events like darts, shuffleboard, horseshoes, basketball shots, table tennis, but we just went for a good time of it. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
USM-MSU likely to rekindle football rivalry Sep 24, 2009
Tim Doherty of the Hattiesburg American contributed to this story. In your voice. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Southern Miss to face Miss. State Sep 24, 2009
Tim Doherty was the beat writer for the Hattiesburg American the last time the teams met, and called the crowd "electric.". "It was nuts," Doherty said. (Southern Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Four more arrested in Forrest vandalism Sep 24, 2009
Hattiesburg American September 23, 2009. TOTAL ELEMENTS IN ARRAY: 8TOTAL CHARACTERS IN ARRAY: 597TOTAL CHARACTERS IN PAGES: LAST PAGE CONTAINS: 597. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lady Tigers Ready to Begin Defense of Back-to-Back C-USA Titles Sep 24, 2009
The two-time defending Conference USA champions begin conference play Friday as the University of Memphis women's soccer team travels to Hattiesburg, Miss. to face the Golden Eagles of Southern Miss. (Gotigersgo.com)
Statement game looms for Eagles Sep 24, 2009
Patrick Magee Hattiesburg American September 23, 2009. HATTIESBURG - Houston's victory over then No. 5-ranked Oklahoma State on Sept. 12 was a big deal for Conference USA, putting the Cougars in the conversation as a possible party crasher for the BCS bowl system. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Part of U.S. 49 named for WWII veteran Sep 21, 2009
Mississippi lawmakers voted this year to name part of U.S. 49 in honor of the longtime Hattiesburg resident ... Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-N.Y., as she acknowledges him during a campaign stop at the train depot in Hattiesburg, Miss. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Private colleges growing: Enrollment up at schools Sep 18, 2009
"It was tempting," the Hattiesburg native said ... William Carey University President Tommy King said the Hattiesburg-based school has been able to attract students through generous financial-aid packages ... Mississippi College student Allison Cooper of Hattiesburg (left) talks with friends Janie Story of Jackson and Valeri Stewart of Starkville on Wednesday in the Student Union on the Clinton campus. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Wendys armed robber arrested in Mississippi Sep 18, 2009
Thanks to sharp-eyed police officers at the Poplarville Police Department and the local media, the armed robber who allegedly held up the Wendy s restaurant in Slidell Sept. 7 has been arrested and is cooling his heels in the St. Tammany Jail after being extradited from Hattiesburg, Miss. Slidell police spokesman Capt. Kevin Foltz said that Jimmy Owen, 31, 90 Lake Village Road, Slidell was arrested Monday in Hattiesburg on a charge of armed robbery and was returned to Slidell Tuesday ... When he... (Slidell Sentry-News, LA)
Basketball helps Gray reach high tennis level Sep 16, 2009
" Standing 5-foot-8 and weighing 150 pounds, Gray will grow stronger and taller the next few years. His long-range dream is to play tennis for Ole Miss. In recent tournament action, the No. 1-seeded Gray won the Pepsi Fall Junior Open at Parham Bridges Tennis Center in Jackson. He defeated Ashwin G. Naidu of Clinton, Kenichjiro Yamada of Canton and Anthony Santangelo of Brandon in straight sets to claim the championship. In the RTC Junior Open MS L4 STA LB Tournament at the Ridgeland Tennis... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Time for Friday night lite Sep 16, 2009
25 against Hattiesburg), then I'll be the biggest fan of the open date you've ever seen. " With no game on tap, Davis and his Bulldogs - like many - have adjusted their practice schedule, often with a focus on strength and conditioning. "We had a team meeting about it (Monday) to make sure everything goes correctly," Davis said. "We want to be highly organized. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Area band charging forward on music scene Sep 16, 2009
All "still play for Jesus," Hart said, at churches all over the south central part of the state, including Hollis at Temple Baptist in Hattiesburg, Hart and Brown at Pinelake Baptist Church in Flowood, Townsend at Country Woods Baptist Church in Byram and Curtis at Easthaven Baptist Church in Brookhaven. All five are aware of the issue of playing in both the church and secular scenes. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Chart: 2007 FBI Mississippi crime statistics Sep 15, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Offenses known to law enforcement. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Tiger Golf Looks to Rebound at Sam Hall Intercollegiate Sep 14, 2009
After finishing 15th at the Golfweek Conference Challenge to open the season, the University of Memphis golf team looks to rebound this week when they travel to Hattiesburg, Miss ... The event is hosted by Southern Miss and is held at the par 72, 6,902 yard Hattiesburg Country Club. (Gotigersgo.com)
Nation marks 9/11 with volunteerism Sep 12, 2009
Erin Parker/Hattiesburg American ... People from Recover, Rebuild, Restore Southeast Mississippi (R3SM), Americorps and the Mississippi Center of Volunteer Services combined efforts to renovate a 10,000 sq. foot house in downtown Hattiesburg. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Miss. events to remember victims Sep 11, 2009
James Cleere, a 1964 Hattiesburg High School graduate, who was an insurance representative living in Des Moines, Iowa. Jerry "D.D." Don Dickerson, 41, who grew up in Yazoo County and was a systems analyst and lieutenant colonel in the Army. (The Clarion-Ledger)
UCF Game Preview- Southern Miss Golden Eagles Sep 11, 2009
Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Time: 7:00. (KnightsNews.com)
USM student's death accidental Sep 11, 2009
Savannah Smiths body was discovered at about 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Cottages of Hattiesburg, an upscale student neighborhood about two miles north of the University of Southern Mississippi ... The drowning is under investigation, but Hattiesburg police spokesman Synarus Green said evidence suggests an accidental death ... Hattiesburg Police investigate a body found in the bottom of a pool at the Cottages of Hattiesburg. (The Clarion-Ledger)
MHP visibility keeps holiday traffic in check Sep 10, 2009
Annette W. Crawford, 82, was transported by ambulance to a nearby ball field in Kokomo, where she was airlifted to Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg. She died there from her injuries, Boyd said. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
It's Better than it Looks Sep 9, 2009
A much better effort will be necessary if the Knights are going to leave Hattiesburg, Mississippi with a victory next Saturday. Related Stories. (KnightsNews.com)
Van Carrying Texas Prisoners Crashes Sep 8, 2009
(September 7, 2009)--Prisoners injured in the crash of a private prisoner van in southern Mississippi were hospitalized under guard Monday in Hattiesburg, Miss. The driver was killed and several passengers were injured in the crash Sunday on Interstate 59 in Hattiesburg ... Hattiesburg police spokesman Synarus Green says a guard and two prisoners were in critical condition. (KWTX.com, TX)
Long waterfowl seasons continue Sep 8, 2009
DU BANQUET The Forrest/Lamar Ducks Unlimited annual banquet will be Oct. 8 in Hattiesburg at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center ... GANDER BENEFIT Its not too late to join in the Gander Mountain (Hattiesburg) fishing tournament to benefit United Way of Southeast Mississippi ... HUNTER ED CLASSES Gander Mountain in Hattiesburg will be the site of a Forrest/Lamar Hunter Ed class Oct. 8-10. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Southern Miss routs Alcorn State 52-0 Sep 6, 2009
HATTIESBURG, MISS. Austin Davis threw for three touchdowns and ran for another score to lead Southern Mississippi to a 52-0 win over Alcorn State on Saturday. The Golden Eagles went into halftime with a 28-0 lead, as some of the starters did not play much of the second half. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Brown wont play for USM tonight Sep 6, 2009
HATTIESBURG Star wide receiver DeAndre Brown will not play for Southern Miss tonight when the Golden Eagles open the 2009 football season against Alcorn at M.M. Roberts Stadium. Brown, a 6-foot-6 sophomore who caught 67 passes for 1,117 yards and 12 touchdowns last year, broke his left leg in the Golden Eagles New Orleans Bowl victory over Troy in December. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Football season not just a game: Businesses' bottom lines big winners Sep 5, 2009
But even when there isn't a game in town, places such as City Grocery in Oxford, the Cotton District Grill in Starkville and The Bottling Company Music Warehouse in Hattiesburg draw crowds. Games also provide important opportunities for new businesses to establish themselves with fans. (The Clarion-Ledger)
License kiosks to ease renewals Sep 5, 2009
While all locations have not been finalized, people should look for the first kiosks to be in the Northern, Central and Southern districts of the state, specifically in DeSoto County, Tupelo, the Jackson area, the Hattiesburg area, and the Gulf Coast, he said. Ultimately, Simpson hopes to have a system of kiosks in the driver's license bureau buildings and in other locations, such as malls, courthouses and student unions. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Big response for 13th Annual Tucker tourney Sep 4, 2009
"We take 16 two-man teams. It is bracketed out with a winner-take-all prize. A $50 entrance fee per team sees a portion of that entry fee going to charity. The defending champs are Slay White of Hattiesburg and Ty Hardin of Olive Branch, both former Brookhaven residents. On Sunday night, there will be a poker tournament, with proceeds going to charity. "We are probably on track to raise $13,000 this year," said Josh Smith. "Over the years we have raised over $150,000. " The chief beneficiary is... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
USM-Alcorn matchup one for history books Sep 4, 2009
Whatever the outcome, the 6 p.m. matchup in Hattiesburg will become part of history: Alcorn's first football game against one of Mississippi's three Division I-A programs ... " David vs. Goliath does not begin to express the underdog status of Alcorn. More like David vs. Goliath, Samson and the 12 disciples. "I'll say 48-0 for Southern Miss," said Chad Cox, 18, of Moss Point, a USM freshman and scoreboard soothsayer. Cox, a former receiver and defensive back for Moss Point High, also offered a... (The Clarion-Ledger)
USM coach benches grave illness Sep 3, 2009
"USM won its last four and then a bowl game, at just about the same time Farrar was having his feeding tube removed.Bob Coltharp, the Hattiesburg doctor who first diagnosed Farrar with cancer, said although Farrar now is considered cancer-free, a patient who has had stage III throat cancer is not considered "cured" until the cancer has been gone for five years."I've treated lots and lots of people for similar diseases, but never anyone more positive or upbeat than Barney," Coltharp said. "If you... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Dove season shaping up to be active Sep 2, 2009
IN TROUBLE After a romp in the woods and fields of Orby and Brenda Wrights Quail Hollow farm near Purvis, Bill Fisher of Hattiesburg instructed his girls to load up for the trip home ... GANDER BENEFIT If you dont shoot doves, or simply love to fish, Gander Mountain of Hattiesburg has a wonderful alternative to dove shooting ... The event is Oct. 8 at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center in Hattiesburg. (The Clarion-Ledger)
