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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents........................................ 2-6 Hattiesburg Area Map...................................... 8 City of Hattiesburg..................................... 11-13 Forrest County............................................16-19 Lamar County.............................................. 21-23 Perry County..............................................25-27 The Area Development Partnership (The ADP)......................................... 28-29 Downtown Hattiesburg..............................30-43 Lynn Cartlidge............................................44-47
The Flaming Lips & Jackson Browne at the Boom Boom Room, Downtown Hattiesburg, on their world record concert tour.
Perry County............................................. 48-53 Fashion & Shopping.................................54-70 Sundresses................................................. 72-73 Whitney Miller.............................................74-76 Weddings....................................................77-89 Buying Diamonds.......................................90-91 Real Estate...............................................92-101 Continued Page 4
Out of 366 MSA’s (Metropolitan Statistical Areas) in the U. S., the Hattiesburg MSA was the 50th fastest growing (top 15%) from 2010-2011. (US Census) 2 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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Loft Home In Downtown Hattiesburg
Southern Miss Athletics NCAA D1.........143-145 Calendar of Events................................ 147-150 Downtown Driving Tour Historic Districts Driving/Walking Tours.......................151-159 Attractions................................................159-163 Miss Hospitality........................................164-165 How To Keep Your Dog Healthy......... 166-168 Arts & Culture.........................................170-181 Medical & Dental Hospitals.............................................. 182-188 Medical Clinics....................................190-199 Dental Clinics................................... 200-205
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Condo & Loft Living...............................102-121 Gardening................................................ 122-125 Recreation..............................................126-142 Canoeing.................................................127 Leagues & Facilities........................128-134 Fishing..................................................... 129 Hunting..............................................130-131 Fitness Centers..................................... 135 Biking/Walking................................... 136-137 Golf...................................................138-142 Continued Page 6
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Education.................... 206-225 Universities & Colleges.................206-215 Private Schools........216-220 Day Care...........................221 Hattiesburg Public School District.......222-223 Public School Listings.................... 224-225 Worship.......................... 226-229 Transportation...............230-231 Motels/Hotels/B&B/ Campgrounds................... 232 Apartments........................... 233 Camp Shelby................ 234-235 Area Communities......... 236-237 Retirement....................240-241 Newcomer Information...242-243 Voting.................................... 244
Important Numbers.......245-246 Restaurants................... 247-253 Nightclubs............................. 253 Advertiser Index.................. 254 Shopper’s Guide......... 255-256 Wedding Services Directory.......................... 256
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City of Hattiesburg P.O. Box 1898 Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1898 Email: mayor@hattiesburgms.com council@hattiesburgms.com Website: http://www.hattiesburgms.com Action Center Council Office Council Fax:
(601) 545-4500 (601) 545-4551 (601)-545-4957
City Of Hattiesburg Johnny L. DuPree, Mayor Dear Readers, The City of Hattiesburg has experienced amazing growth in the past several decades. It could be said that Hattiesburg has been growing ever since its incorporation in 1884. From humble beginnings as a town of 400 people, Hattiesburg has grown to a metropolitan area of over 200,000 people. Hattiesburg was an island in an ocean of virgin longleaf forests. The golden beauty of the long leaf pine was prized for its superior lumber. Millions and millions of board feet found its way to many businesses and homes in the northeastern U.S. Hattiesburg happened to be in the heart of the Pine Belt of South Mississippi and was the Hub in a network of railways, which stretched from New Orleans to the Northeast, the Gulf Coast to Jackson, and Mobile to Jackson. When William Harris Hardy, a railroad entrepreneur whose many job titles included schoolteacher, attorney, army captain, judge, and state legislator, picked Hattiesburg as a depot, the future of Hattiesburg was almost preordained. Hattiesburg was in a perfect position to reap the benefits of the huge lumber boom of the early 20th century. I am proud to be mayor of a town that relies on the abilities of its talented citizens to develop new paths of employment and new paths of success. Contributions have come from every sector of business, all races, and both sexes. Hattiesburg is a group of citizens who are fortunate to live in an age where the support of all our citizens can be appreciated. We acknowledge the contributions and challenges of the past but we look forward to the future with pride and anticipation. Hattiesburg is a diverse community whose wide economic base includes Camp Shelby, a large training post for the various branches of the armed services; a broad based medical community including two regional medical centers, Forrest General and Wesley Medical Center, and a great number MAYOR of clinics including the largest clinic in the state, Hattiesburg Clinic; a vibrant academic community including the University of Southern Mississippi, William Johnny L. DuPree Carey University, Pearl River Community College, Forrest County Center and Lowery A. Woodall Advanced Technology Center, and Antonelli College; a solid group of manufacturers and distributors including Kohler, Hudson Salvage, Georgia Pacific, Marshall Durbin, Dairy Fresh, Western Container, and Resinall to name a few. We have shopping that would make any shopper happy including the Turtle Creek Mall, Cloverleaf Center, Downtown, and many strip shopping centers populated with energetic local businesses and well-known national chains. Our city has world class recreational facilities/activities including the Long Leaf Trace biking/hiking trail, and four golf courses: Timberton, Hattiesburg Country Club, Shadow Ridge, and Canebrake Country Club. We also have Tatum Park, a huge recreational complex for soccer and baseball, fishing, hunting, canoeing, and more. Hattiesburg is a true adventure city. As you see, we have much to be thankful for in our community. We must protect our investments, create new opportunities for investors and always maintain an open door for improved policies and implementation thereof. As Mayor, I pledge to you to continue to move in the “Spirit that Builds” and to promote our community to the highest level as one of America’s Most Livable Small Cities. Sincerely yours,
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Dear Readers, Welcome to Forrest County. Formed in 1908, Forrest County began as the smallest County in the state and today, over 100 years old, is a growing community with a population of 76,372. Since we are located in the beautiful Piney Woods, we have access to abundant recreational opportunities including a National Wild and Scenic River, a State Park, National forest land and a Rails to Trails Program. The Desoto National Park is the largest in Mississippi with approximately 501,000 acres. You may picnic, fish, camp, hike or float down the streams. Black Creek and Paul B. Johnson State Park offer much of the same. There are twenty parks and recreation centers located throughout Forrest County. The James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-Purpose Center is a 160-acre complex with a main arena of 120,000 square feet and 37,800 square feet of floor show area. There is also a Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park with 147 sites and a 16-acre fishing lake. This facility is the location for many regional events. If you enjoy running, biking, hiking, or horse back riding, Longleaf Trace is 41 miles of a National Recreational Trail of which Forrest County is a supporting member. The strength of Forrest County can be found in the vision of its people-vision which helped create the University of Southern Mississippi, Camp Shelby and Forrest General Hospital. We continue to improve and expand our facilities. Forrest County will complete a mechanical upgrade for the Paul B. Johnson Chancery Building in late 2009. Also, the County is constructing a new jail center and a community storm shelter. Both facilities will be ready for use in 2011. While a lot has changed over the past 100 years, the tradition of envisioning the future while drawing strength from the past is alive and well in Forrest County and we invite you to make your home with us. Our environment, our economy, our hospital, our schools, and our people make Forrest County a wonderful place to live.
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Lamar County is one of the fastest growing counties in the State of Mississippi. Lamar County offers a variety of lifestyles, from the small town leisurely pace of Lumberton, Purvis, and Sumrall to the up tempo pace of the city (Hattiesburg). We offer families a great place to live and businesses a great place to do business. Location, location, location. With easy access to New Orleans, easy access to the Gulf Coast, and easy access to Mobile, AL and Jackson, Lamar County is strategically located. Also, having the Hattiesburg metro area right in our back yard makes Lamar County a great location. We are fortunate to have a major regional medical center, Wesley Medical Center, a regional mall, Turtle Creek Mall and three beautiful golf courses, Canebrake Country Club, Shadow Ridge Golf Course and Pine Creek Golf Course. Lamar County School District has been accredited at top Level 5 (Superior) consistently and Lumberton School District has been accredited at Level 4 and 5. World class residential developments and neighborhoods make Lamar County a great place to live. Business has found Lamar County a good place to be as well. The most robust retail development in this area has been in Lamar County. Many top retailers have locations here. We have industrial parks in Sumrall, Purvis, Lumberton, and Hattiesburg which could fit any number of business models. Easy access to major markets via I-59 and easy access to the ports of New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast combined with our low cost of living and great quality of life make Lamar County a fantastic place to do business. In addition to our nationally recognized golfing, Lamar County also has superior recreational activities. Blue water lakes offer fishing for any experience level. Hunting opportunities abound. Little Black Creek Park (part of the Pat Harrison Waterway District) is a fisher’s, boater’s, and camper’s dream. Longleaf Trace, a world class bike trail, goes through the northeastern section of the county. We invite you to explore Lamar County as a great place to live and a great place to do business. If you are here for a visit, for business, or to stay, come to know one of the great counties of Mississippi---Lamar County, Surpassing Expectations. Sincerely yours,
Mike Backstrom Supervisor District 1 Joe B. Bounds (President) Supervisor District 3
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Ben Winston Supervisor District 2 Fred Hatten Supervisor District 4
Dale Lucus Supervisor District 5
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Mississippi Ranks High in Quality of Life!!! H
ave you ever looked at the quality-of-life rankings that seem to come out every month? You have probably seen them online. Do you ever question some of the rankings that you’ve seen about Mississippi? We think that many aspects of Mississippi’s natural beauty, its people and resources often get underestimated. Did you know that Mississippi is the state that gives the most per capita in charitable giving of any state in the country? That aspect of the state’s character is derived from the state’s innate Southern hospitality. Most people who visit here can attest to this hallmark of most of the citizens of the state. In the realm of possibilities you could meet some Mississippian who is channeling the character of a New York cabbie every once in a blue moon, but that would be the exception. We hope you’ll take a closer look at Forrest, Lamar and Perry counties whether you’re relocating, starting a business or just visiting. In our opinion, Mississippi ranks high in quality of life! We have great people, great climate and we believe it is a great place to live! THIS LIST IS A MERE SAMPLING OF WONDERFUL THINGS ABOUT MISSISSIPPI: The Mississippi Delta is the birthplace of the Blues, Cotton Row, Greenwood, MS, is the second largest which preceded the birth of Jazz, the only other original cotton exchange in the nation and is on the National Register of Historic Places. American art form. In 1963 the University of Mississippi Medical Center accomplished the world’s first lung transplant and, on January 23, 1964, Dr. James D. Hardy performed the world’s first animal-to-human heart transplant surgery.
Largest U.S. Army Corps of Engineers research facility, The Waterways Experiment Station in Vicksburg.
First state college for women in the country--Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS established in 1884. (www.muw.edu) Alcorn State University, in In 1894, Coca-Cola was first bottled by Joseph A. Lorman, is the oldest black land grant college in the Biedenharn in Vicksburg. world. (www.alcorn.edu) Barq's Root Beer was invented in Biloxi, Mississippi, in The Mississippi Legislature passed one of the first laws in 1839 to protect the property rights of married 1898 by Edward Adolf Barq, Sr. www.barqs.com women. Mississippi was the first state to outlaw imprisThe Mississippi Gulf Coast, from Biloxi to Henderson onment of debtors. Point, is the largest and longest man-made beach in the The Vicksburg National Cemetery has the largest world. (www.gogulfcoast.biz/) internment of Civil War soldiers of any national cemetery in the country. The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council ranks Mississippi in the top one-third of all states for small Burnita Shelton Mathews of Hazelhurst, MS--first business. (SBE) woman federal district court judge in the United States. In 1884 the concept of selling shoes in boxes in pairs Mississippi is a leader in producing musicians with Elvis originated in Phil Gilbert’s Shoe Parlor, Vicksburg, MS. Aaron Presley, the ‘King of Rock ‘N Roll,” Tupelo, MS ’35, Elvis has sold more records than ANYONE; Jimmie Jackson, Mississippi was one of the first four cities in Rodgers, the “Father of Country Music,” Meridian, the world to have been sanctioned by the International MS, 1897; Muddy Waters, “Father of Chicago Blues,” Theatre/Dance Committee to host the International Rolling Fork, MS, 1915; B.B. King, “The King of Blues,” Ballet Competition. (Others: Moscow, Russia; Varna, Itta Bena, MS, 1925; Leontyne Price, soprano opera singer, Laurel, MS, 1927; Tammy Wynette, “First Lady Bulgaria; Helsinki, Finland.) of Country Music,” Itawamba Co., MS, 1942; Faith Hill, Star, MS, 1967; Bo Diddly, “The Originator,” McComb, Mississippi has the greatest number of black electMS, 1928; Jimmy Buffett, Pascagoula, MS, 1946. ed officials in the country. (950 officials, Statistical Abstract 2011, Table 413, Data Jan. 2002) Mississippi is a leader in producing great writers with the likes of Tennessee Williams, William Faulkner, A NY merchant created the “Teddy’s Bear” based on Shelby Foote, Beth Henley, William Attaway, Richard the captured bear Pres. Theodore Roosevelt refused to Ford, Donna Tartt, Richard Wright, Barry Hannah, shoot on a Mississippi bear hunt. Eudora Welty and John Grisham. 24 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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Welcome to Perry County. Founded in 1820, and named for War of 1812 Naval hero Oliver Hazard Perry, Perry County has enjoyed a rich and colorful history. Today Perry County has a population of 12,250 and is looking forward to a future of continuous growth and economic development. Nestled in the Piney Woods of South Mississippi, Perry County offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. Home to more acres of National Forest than any other county in the state, residents and visitors alike enjoy thousands of acres of public green space. Two of the regions most pristine and untouched rivers run through Perry County, Black Creek and The Leaf River. The rivers along with the Desoto National Forest, Black Creek Wilderness Area, Leaf River Wildlife Management Area, Lake Perry and The Sportsman’s Lake offer hiking trails, camp sites, picnic areas, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and hunting. A true outdoor enthusiasts dream! Perry County is also home of the Mississippi Pecan Festival, held the last weekend in September each year. Perry County is open for business. The region has been built on the majestic long-leaf pine, it has provided the backbone for the timber industry, the cornerstone of industrial development in Perry County. The County is home to GP Cellulose a division of Koch Industries, Hood Industries, Conway Pole and Pile and many other timber related businesses and support industries. With a firm industrial foundation Perry County is aggressively recruiting new business and industry to the county. The Perry County Industrial Park is strategically located adjacent to US Highway 98 and the Canadian National Railroad, providing direct access to markets across the South and around the world. For future residents the county offers small town living at its best. Incorporated towns of New Augusta, Richton and Beaumont serve as bedroom communities to Hattiesburg offering quaint shops, restaurants and recreational opportunities. Larger tracks of land and a more rural setting are offered by unincorporated communities such as Janice, Hintonville, and Runnelstown. The county is served by two quality school districts the Perry County School District and the Richton Municipal School District. Consider this your invitation to explore Perry County - A Great Place to Live, Work and Play. Sincerely, The Perry County Board of Supervisors.
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Mitchell Hinton, Dist. 4
Lanny Mixon, Dist. 5
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Hattiesburg Chamber of Commerce merged with the Forrest County Chamber of Commerce creating what is now known as the Area Development Partnership. Growth did not stop there, though. In 2001, the Area Development Partnership merged with the Lamar County Chamber of Commerce as well as Lamar County economic development services creating a two-county service area. In 2003, the Area Development Partnership signed a contract with Perry County to expand its services even further. This expansion has allowed the Area Development Partnership to fully utilize its resources across outlying areas. Currently the Area Development Partnership has over 870 members ranging from large businesses to individuals all with a common interest – the betterment of Greater Hattiesburg. The strong membership base of the ADP is a reflection of our community’s commitment to improve their economic well-being. Members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs and events focused on networking, professional development and business growth such as First Friday, Business After Hours, Pastries & Politics, Leadership Pinebelt, Professional Development Series, Pine Belt Young Professionals and many more. The Area Development Partnership realizes that great communities don’t just happen, but that it takes a tremendous amount of time and effort to sustain and grow a viable economic base. Greater Hattiesburg has experienced significant growth due in part to the continuous efforts of the ADP. Over the years, the ADP has been very successful in enhancing the region through business retention, expansion, and recruitment and by offering superb Chamber of Commerce programs that meet the needs of our members and citizens of the Greater Hattiesburg Area. For more information about the Area Development Partnership, visit www.theADP.com or call 601.296.7500.
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Jashaad McGilberry and Undrea Harris welcoming you to Downtown Hattiesburg. Photo by M & M Staff Photographer.
Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg “The lights are much brighter there You can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares So go downtown, things’ll be great when you’re Downtown - no finer place, for sure Downtown - everything’s waiting for you”
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“ owntown, it’s everybody’s neighborhood!” From art, music, historical architecture, rich history, to fine dining, the current of Hattiesburg’s culture flows through the streets, air, and people in the hub of the area’s origin. While artistic and culinary destinations traditionally draw eclectic crowds on evenings, weekends, and during special events, many private, commercial, and governmental businesses have also made homes in the city’s midst. The commerce surrounding this community is as varied as the musical genres that fill the air. From churches to banks to internet corporations, Betsy Rowell, Executive Director of the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association has seen their strength and local influence. Businesses such as Trustmark Continued Next Page
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Bank, BancorpSouth Bank and Regions Bank all have a huge presence downtown and their employees continue to add to the local economy. Sacred Heart has continued to grow after the purchase of the old First Baptist Church for their high school two years ago. eValueville has thrived as well and has even opened up a little storefront Designer Clothing Outlet (DCO), which is open on Saturdays selling some of the higher end women’s clothing to which eValueville has access. Concerning the eValueville business, Rowell states “What is interesting about eValueville is that even with the bulk of his business being online, Andrew Waites could be located anywhere, but he chose downtown Hattiesburg because this is where he wants to be.” The same thing is true with Rodney Richardson of Rare Designs. He designed logos for national sport teams but he chose to locate here as well.“ The business community also has strong family ties with either individuals or multiple family members owning several different locales in the area. Rowell adds, “The WNC Satcom Group is owned by the Brown family. Their company is literally global and they have chosen to run their world headquarters out of their location on Pine Street. I think the implication of having several of our businesses and our business owners who could be anywhere in the world to select downtown Hattiesburg as their headquarters speaks volumes of where we are now.” Utilization of the downtown area for celebrations, large gatherings, and special events is fostered by the numerous physical resources available in the area which includes the Cultural Center, Saenger Theatre, Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center, the newly renovated Depot, and the Venue in the Bakery Building along with smaller accommodations available in some of the local dining establishments. Continued Page 37
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Arthur, Alex & Karen Rowley at Hattiesburg City Hall in Downtown Hattiesburg. Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg, center of government services. Photo by Amanda Robertson.
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While some may work or travel to the area to enjoy the cultural events, there are those who choose to live in the heart of Downtown Proper in a loft or apartment. While the number of these locations is currently limited and there is typically a waiting list, those fortunate enough to secure such a location enjoy numerous perks. Rowell explains, “What I hear from people who really enjoy living in this area or in the surrounding historic neighborhoods is the convenience and feeling of the culture. They can walk to a restaurant, a great outdoor event, a play at the Saenger and any other number of options. There is great entertainment in this area and a late night life that is wonderful.” The buildings themselves also lend to the atmosphere. She adds “Sometimes the young people comment on the fact that no two homes tend to be cookie cutter or exactly alike. The buildings also have history and attractive features such as exposed brick. Their enjoyment of this community is a culmination of all of these things.” When it comes to the culture of downtown, there seems to be something for everyone whether an event at the Saenger, Live at Five, Art Walk or HubFest. Betsy adds, “I think people really love that this is a family oriented place where they can come, bring their kids and have fun.” One such example of a cross generational enjoyment of a single event occurred in the morning hours at the end of June 2012 when the Flaming Lips performed downtown during their record-breaking performance tour. Young people crowded the streets while members of their parent’s generation joined the swell to watch Jackson Browne sing. Rowell, who was front and center to see Browne states “To me that just
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Arthur, Alex & Karen Rowley appreciating a photographic exhibit in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center. Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg for Art. Photo by Amy Robertson.
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Alex, Karen & Arthur Rowley enjoying a nice family dinner in Downtown Hattiesburg. Come home to Downtown Hattiesburg for fine dining.
epitomizes downtown because there is something for everyone.” The concept of the arts within this community has been a longstanding tradition, which brought about the organization of the Arts Council in 1970. Among the many events the council plans each year is a Brown Bag Concert series held each Thursday in October from 12 -1 pm at the City Hall Park (aka The Fountain Park.) Patty Hall, Executive Director of the Hattiesburg Arts Council states, “It is just a good way to get together, munch, tap your toes and listen to a little music. It is a nice break during the day.” Also in October they have a group theatre for children at the Saenger Theatre and the first Art Walk showcasing the works of Amy Guist. In December, there will be an emerging artContinued Page 41
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Arthur, Karen & Alex Rowley waiting for the train. Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg for traveling adventure.
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Actors from a performance of "Cats." Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg for the Arts.
ists show as well. “This event [Art Walk] will bring Couple dancing at one of the live together four or five emerging artists who might music venues in not on their own have enough work to mount a Downtown Hatfull gallery show” Hall states. “I think this and the tiesburg. Come other events will be of great interest. It is a won- Home to Downderful time to be downtown and feel the excitetown Hattiesburg for music ment and energy.” and dance. Patrons in the area can easily stroll from one venue to the next while enjoying additional live music at Panini’s located inside Brownstones, Bennie’s Boom Boom Room, Skylight Lounge, Walnut Circle Grill, Downtown Grill and Grocery, and rejoining the music scene, The Thirsty Hippo. “The Saenger Theatre is another big draw for this area as well,” adds Gara. “I think people also like coming downtown because it has a nice feel or atmosphere. There are so many historical buildings, as well, such as ours, which was one of the original Coca-Cola Bottling Companies built in 1915. It’s a really cool building and from the pictures on the wall, you can see that even today, it still pretty much looks the same.” The feel does not stop with the entertainment venues in the area but continues into the nearby Historic Mobile Street area. With an active Mobile-Bouie Street Neighborhood Association and events such as the Historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival and the Euro Reunion, life in this area is steeped with culture. Eddie Holloway, a lifelong resident, explains “Most AfricanContinued Next Page
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Jashaad McGilberry and Undrea Harris enjoying a good book at the Library of Hattiesburg, Petal, and Forrest County on Hardy Street. Come Home to Downtown Hattiesburg for great public facilities. Photo by M & M Staff Photographer.
Americans who are 60 years or older from Hattiesburg probably have a connection with this area.” He states that it [Mobile-Bouie Street] was the scene of economic traffic prior to integration when the majority of African-Americans within the city lived East of Main Street. “Businesses located here included physician, dentist, haberdashery, seamstress, barber, theatre, beauty suppliers, a series of restaurants, watch repair shop, service station, taxi services, Masonic Lodges, churches, Continued Next Page
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school, funeral homes and recreational facilities.” “The African American Military History Museum is currently housed in the old USO, which the African-American military personnel used while stationed at Camp Shelby,” Holloway explains. Originally built in 1942, the facility served the servicemen particularly during World War II. “It became a haven for service men after hours and on weekends. It served as a galvanizing catchment area for people in a 30 mile radius of Hattiesburg” he states. Eventually the location was converted to a library and as the City Street Community Center, which was run for 40 years by Ms. Lossie Glenn. In later years it served as a location for a Headstart Center. The renovated Eureka School is just a few streets over from the museum. “I think it was the second brick structure constructed in the state for African Americans during segregation, and the only brick one left standing,” Holloway states. Over the years it served as an elementary, junior high and high school but eventually ceased to exist once people started moving away. Every two years a Euro Reunion is held with alumni of Eureka, Royal Street High and Rowan High School coming back together. In addition to the Euro Reunion, the Historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival also brings back a lot of individuals with roots in this area. “There is a great sense of pride here since it a place of origin. Because of its legacy, it is a beautiful spot where tremendous beginnings started” Holloway adds. This is one of the reasons Holloway has chosen to remain here and raise his children. He and others within the community continue to aspire to keep it a place of beauty. Here’s Hattiesburg! 43
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“Lynn has a history of being ahead of his time. He is widely respected for his innovation, intellect and forwarding-thinking” states Honorable Mayor Johnny DuPree of Hattiesburg. James “Lynn” Cartlidge served nine terms, a total of 36 years on the Forrest County Lynn with his brother Board of Supervisors. He was elected as President of the y Board of Supervisors for 24 d d a his D h years, President of the South Mississippi Planning t i w Lynn and Development Board of Directors, President of the Mississippi Association of Supervisors and served on the National her Fat Association of Counties (NACO) Steering Committee to name just a few & r e oth of his public servant leadership roles. During his tenure, Cartlidge helped sM ' n n oversee many acquisitions and improvements in Forrest County such as y L the Paul B. Johnson Chancery Building, Circuit Courthouse, Carpenter Building, Forrest County Regional Jail Complex, J.A.P. Carter Farmer’s Market, and a Multi-Purpose Center which the Board of Supervisors named in his honor. Though research reveals a lengthy listing of honors and achievements connected to the former Supervisor’s name, the titles of such tell only part of the story. For a man who has lived and fostered his hometown community for 80 years, the beginning of his business knack and entrepreneurship which served as his leadership foundation began in his youth. “On June 9, 1932, I was born in Petal, called Harvey at the time” states Cartlidge. “I graduated from Petal High School when I was 16 years old. During those early days of school, I sold papers on the street and when the war broke out in 1941, I sold them at Camp Shelby and also shined shoes there where I earned the nickname ‘Shine‘.” While his dad worked as a carpenter and his mother in the Eaton School cafeteria, young Lynn peddled the Hattiesburg American newspaper for a 2 cent per paper profit, the Grit paper, and penny, nickel and dime Christmas cards. Eventually earning enough money for a bicycle and later a ‘37 Chevrolet pick up truck, he began to collect scrap metal, Lynn-1970's sell sod, clean out barns, sell fertilizer and work in people’s yards. When his sister, Nava Lou, and her husband, John Stiglets got ready to sell 5 acres of land on N. 31st Avenue in Hattiesburg, Lynn purchased the property but had to place it in his Dad’s name since legally he was too young to have it in his own. For three summers before he graduated, teenage Cartlidge took off to Oklahoma and Kansas to work the wheat harvest. “It was a dollar and quarter per hour and room and board” he explains. “I’d work 4 or 5 days on a job, hitch hike a few miles up the road and work for individual farmers.” It was during one of these jobs that Lynn went to a pool room in Paducah, Kentucky and saw a fellow flipping channels on a television on the wall. “It was clear and pretty. We didn’t have anything back home like that. WDAM wasn‘t even in existence yet.” Upon returning to Petal, Lynn contacted his cousin who worked with the Mississippi Power Company plant and began researching about cable vision. Gaining the appropriate approval from the city of Hattiesburg and Forrest county, a few years later in 1953, with the Current Ph help of some investors, 21 year old Cartlidge established the area’s oto Continued Next Page
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first cable company “Perfect Video” with a tower he engineered and built located by the cemetery on 7th street in Hattiesburg. He later established a cable company in Grenada, MS as well. Always one to take on simultaneous endeavors, the ever innovative Lynn had many additional jobs. “I got into the firecracker business when I was in high school. I ended up with 36 firecracker stands in places such as Columbus, Purvis, Petal and Hattiesburg.” His most successful location happened to be at the corner of 31st and Hardy Street, across the street from the University of Southern Mississippi. It was here that the teen signed a 5 year lease agreement with Reverend Moulder to put a stand in his front yard. “I had other high school kids helping run the stands. I built those little bitty building with a pull down flap. We had to climb over the flap to get in and out since there was no door and I had an old trailer to move them” he explains. Eventually he took a part-time job with the railroad as well. While working part-time for the railroad, Lynn also worked for Mr. Burkett Ross at a wood working shop in Petal where the current skating rink is located. In fact, he was there the day the owner became inspired to build it. “I worked in the shop helping make church pews. One day a gentleman came by with a tent and a portable skating rink and rented the parking lot to set it up. Mr. Ross was so fascinated with that rink, that he bought it.” So, Lynn started helping him run the rink while they also began making the present permanent one in the wood working shop. While manning the skating counter, Cartlidge met his wife of now 57 years, Earleace. Over the course of years, Lynn started and sold several additional businesses including Lynn’s Ornamental Iron Works, Lynn’s Seamless Floors, Inc., Lynn’s Paint and Hardware, Inc., Lynn’s Insulation Co., Inc. and Better Homes and Remodeling. At one point, he had five businesses going simultaneously. Even with the demands of these multiple businesses and a beautiful growing family consisting of the addition of children Andy, Denise and Susan, Cartlidge was an ever present force within the community including fighting for the incorporation of Petal. With its incorporation in 1973 and the first Mayor, Honorable Ulmer Byrd, and aldermen taking office in 1974, and the establishment of the Petal School District with Extended Boundaries, Lynn was encouraged to run for supervisor. Though he was interested, he had to postpone those plans until the following election. “We were living in a home I had built in District 2 when Enterprise Gas and my house blew up” he explains. They moved to South Main, District 3, in Petal where he had rental property. The following election, he won the spot of supervisor and began his political career in January, 1976. Over the course of the next 36 years, Cartlidge was instrumental in
Susan Cartlidge and her family – Enjoying a dinner celebrating Marshal’s graduation from Tulane University May 2012. (L to R) Lynn Cartlidge, Earleace Cartlidge, Susan Cartlidge Hoda, Marshal Hoda, Parker Hoda, Jude Hoda, Denise Cartlidge.
(L to R) Jana Lea Joyce, Lynn Cartlidge, Harper Joyce, Lynn's two great-granddaughters. Family gathering.
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spearheading and persistently plugging away at programs and improvements that have drastically enhanced the community and also served as a catalyst for other municipalities to follow. While serving on the board of NACO (National Association of Counties) Steering Committee he discovered that money that had traditionally been thought to be available only to cities for such things as the training of police officers, was in fact also available to the counties as well. With additional research, the proper paperwork and forms were put into place for Forrest County to receive a percentage of the funds. “After we discovered it and got it started, other counties heard what we were doing and they started it too. Now it is an automatic thing. Petal gets some, Hattiesburg gets some and Forrest County as well. Though it is not a huge amount, it is still enough to buy some patrol cars and other essentials. It makes a difference” he states. During his first term in office, Cartlidge had great concerns about the conditions of a lot of the old bridges in the county in desperate need of repair or replacement. While meeting with the late Senator John C. Stennis in Washington, Stennis arranged a conference for Lynn with the national agency dealing with highway, roads and bridges. During that meeting, he learned that if Mississippi started inspecting the bridges and presented the proper reports, that money could be funneled back through MDOT to be earmarked for the bridge improvements. “By discovering this, everything was put into place and I got a new bridge to replace the old one going across the Tallahallee“ he explains. Soon the state started inspecting bridges and receiving money for repairs all over Mississippi. While there are numerous projects Cartlidge feels strong ties with, he is especially pleased with seeing 20 years of effort come to fruition with the long-awaited construction of a new Multi-purpose Center. “After I was elected, a lot of people approached me about concerns surrounding the old run down tin building that was being used for showing animals such as cows, horses, rabbits and chickens and such. We also needed a place to hold rodeos and other events. The building at that time was also in a flood plain and full of leaks” Cartlidge stated. Over the next two decades, plans and discussions went back and forth and the needs of the community were studied in depth. Eventually architectural drawings were made, the Board of Supervisors agreed, and a bond issue was passed for the new structure. “The Multi-purpose Center brings extra money into Hattiesburg. When events are held there, visitors stay in hotels, eat at restaurants, and bring in tax dollars” he adds. Having been so instrumental in making the Multi-purpose Building a reality, the Board of Supervisors voted to name it the James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-purpose Center. “I was out of town at a national meeting when they voted on the name. I’m really proud, of course, and I told them I would accept it but I wanted Forrest County in the name as well”, so the name James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-purpose Center came to be. Having served in official capacity for over three decades allowed numerous opportunities for working in conjunction with notable public officials and receiving awards and recognitions from Governors, U.S. Presidents, and foreign dignitaries. Cartlidge applied his proven business sense to his duties representing his district and the state. He has been recognized for this gift many times over such as stated in a letter by former State Auditor, now Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant which states “Under your leadership, the management of Forrest County has a continuing record of being committed to, and maintaining the highest standards of financial responsibility.” This sentiment is echoed by those closer to home such as County
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Administrator, Betty Carlisle who states “Lynn was never timid about doing what he thought was in the best interests of his constituents, and the outstanding roads and public facilities in District 3 and throughout the County attest to his stewardship of taxpayer dollars. As County Administrator, I’m so mindful of the hundreds, if not thousands, of employees who are able to support themselves and their families in good health during his tenure. It’s just hard to overstate the impact he had on Forrest County as an institution.” Though his government retirement papers may be official, Lynn is not taking it easy. Even with his wife urging him to slow down a bit, he continues to be involved in simultaneous projects such as serving on the Forrest General Hospital Board, continuing to attend county Supervisor meetings, Chairman for the Board of Directors of the Longleaf Trace, President of the Southern Mississippi Planning Commission, and running his private business as owner and developer of the beautiful 850 acre Longleaf Subdivision in Petal, and Stonebridge Subdivision also in Petal. Having served over three decades as a public servant, Lynn shares “I think it is very important that as Supervisors we do all we can to make things better for all Mississippi residents. Every board I have served on, I have done so to make a difference. I enjoy helping people”. He shares that he enjoyed county government and that is why he stayed with it. Having private businesses, he was fortunate enough to have a little income coming in to take care of his family and to be able to belong to national organizations. He states without his private businesses, he probably would not have been able to afford to serve in all the capacities which he did. As far as his gift for business, he ponders and states “You’ve got to have a knack to do what you do. If you find something you are interested in, check it out by talking to people and doing research then see if you are good at it.” Whether public service or private sector, his philosophy has served him well.
While serving as Supervisor of District 3 of Forrest County, Lynn Cartlidge was involved in numerous activities:
36 years Forrest County Board of Supervisors; 24 years as President 34 years South Mississippi Planning and Development Board of Directors, serving 18 years as President 33 years Mississippi Association of Supervisors and is past President. In 1996, Lynn received an award for outstanding leadership and service to that Association, then in 1997 he was the honoree of the first Presidential Award for Distinguished Leadership in County Governments. 22 years National Association of Counties (NACO) Steering Committee. In 1995 he was elected to represent county elected officials of Mississippi on the Board of Directors of NACO. Lynn was the only member from Mississippi serving on the National Board. Recognizing his leadership capabilities he was asked to serve on the Community Economic Development Board and also to the 25 member National Governance Structure and Election Process Task Force.
Governor’s Select Committee on Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Waste Repository President Petal Education Foundation Board Petal School District’s Alumnus of the Year Petal Chamber of Commerce Petal Optimist Club Petal Booster Club USM Eagle Club Hattiesburg-Forrest County Industrial Park Commission Recipient of Petal Chamber of Commerce Bobby Runnels Award Recipient of the Petal-Harvey Jaycee Distinguished Service Award Master Mason, York Rite, Shriner and an Eastern Star Lifetime Deacon and Outreach Leader of Petal-Harvey Baptist Church
1997 - USM Foundation Honor Club Association for Excellence
Projects completed or improved within Cartlidge’s tenure include:
1997- Recipient of the distinguished Hub City Award
Forrest County Justice Court Building
1998 - USM Alumni Associated coveted Friend of USM Award
Paul B. Johnson Chancery Building Forrest County Extension Center
1999 - Mississippi Association of Supervisors - County Official of the Year
Forrest County Juvenile Detention Center
2001 - Area Development Partnership and MPO Metropolitan Board
Forrest General Hospital
Other activities included: Chairman, Workforce Investment Committee President of the Board of Directors, Longleaf Trace - Trails to Trails Recreation District Selective Service System under three U.S. Presidents
Barrontown Community Center/ Leeville Community Center / Sunrise Community Center Jessie L. Brown Tax Service Building Forrest County Evaluation Center Forrest County Courthouse (Remodeling) Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center Here’s Hattiesburg! 47
PERRY COUNTY P
erry County was originally created from a portion of Greene County, located to the east of Perry County on February 3, 1820 and named for the War of 1812 naval hero, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Greene County was formed from Wayne County in December of 1811 and Wayne County was formed from Choctaw lands in December of 1809. One of the reasons for the formation of the county was that Greene County was so big and there were too many obstacles for people traveling to the courthouse in Boise Bluff, MS. There were no roads, as we think of them today; they were more like paths than roads. Also, the original county seat of Boise Bluff, MS was located below the Leaf River and it was a precarious crossing for the many people who lived above the Leaf River. If you were going to go from the area around where Richton is located today to file a deed in Boise Bluff, it was an arduous and somewhat dangerous trip. Today, Perry County is part of the Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Unit (MSA). The estimated population (2011, U.S. Census Bureau) for the Hattiesburg MSA is 145,428, which would make it the third largest MSA in the state after the Jackson MSA and the Gulfport-Biloxi MSA. The links among Perry County, Forrest County and Lamar County are numerous. Perry is actually the oldest county among the three and Forrest County was created from the western portion of Perry County. The County Courthouse in Hattiesburg was originally called the Perry County Courthouse, Second District. The pioneers who came into the young Mississippi Territory settled in Perry County along its many rivers and
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creeks. Subsistence living was the norm in Perry County in the early days with the main occupations being farming and logging. The settlers used the Leaf River as their main mode of transportation to get their products to market. When they were logging, the pioneers first harvested the timber using their rather primitive axes and saws, they hauled the huge logs out of the forests by oxen and then carted/hauled the timber to the Leaf River for the journey down to the Gulf Coast markets. They would ride the logs down to the Coast, sell the timber at market and then walk back to their homes in Perry County. These very important streams to the early Perry County pioneers were the Leaf River, which flows through the center of the county from the northwest to the southeast with its numerous tributaries, and Black Creek and its tributaries in the southern part.
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The lumber industry is still very active today with the main timber harvested being the long leaf pine. Although long leaf pine is the main timber found in Perry County there are substantial stands of oaks, hickory, poplar, magnolia, gums and cypress found along its rivers and creeks. The county has traditionally relied on the lumber industry and farming to provide job opportunities. Today, manufacturing is the largest single component of nonfarm private employment providing nearly 56% of employment. Retail trade provides 18.7% of the employment while the health care and social service sector of the economy provides 17.7%. On of the real success stories in Perry County is the Leaf River mill, owned by GP Cellulose, a Georgia Pacific company, which was built in 1984 as a world-class pulp manufacturing facility. It is a single-line mill with a continuous digester and a state-of-the-art bleach plant. The mill is a showcase of operational excellence and has the capacity to produce more than 500,000 tons of cellulose each year. Southern softwood pulps, produced at the Leaf River Mill, are used for all types of paper products, including fine writing and printing papers, computer and copy paper, coffee filters,
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postage stamps and calendars. If you’re looking for a strong pro-family environment in which to raise your family and to start or relocate your business, Perry County is the place for you! We have schools that provide a high teacher to student ratio. We also have incredible outdoor recreational resources whether you’re into fishing, hunting, camping, hiking or organized sports. You’re never very far away from a recreational opportunity in Perry County. Besides its many rivers and creeks, which are ideal for fishing, the County also offers a strong array of sports both in the schools and outside the school. If you’re into walking the fairways and expertly (or inexpertly) driving (hacking) your ball down the fairway, the Rolling Hills Golf Course, located in between Runnelstown and Richton, should be on your card. Just like its name implies, the Rolling Hills golf course’s terrain offer challenges to the pro and the duffer with gently rolling hills. Water hazards and well-placed sand traps offer a few more challenges. This is a great course and is perfect way to spend a day in the great outdoors. If you’re looking for camping experiences, you can certainly find plenty of places to throw up a tent in Perry County. Lake Perry, a state of Mississippi recreational resource, is a great recreational opportunity and offers fishing, hunting, camping as well as hiking trails. There are boat ramps located by the rangers’
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office in addition to picnic tables and pavilions. This is a great facility to enjoy! Perry County General Hospital offers a wide array of healthcare services and procedures. Perry County General Hospital is a privately owned medical center capable of providing “every convenience” for healthy living. The facility offers a full scope of laboratory services, modern radiology services, physical therapy services, automated pharmacy services, emergency medical services, inpatient hospitalization, outpatient physician services and a wound care clinic. You’re likely to receive more personal attention by using a facility with lower patient populations, such as Perry County General Hospital. Doctors also tend to take more time with each patient so people have time to understand their treatment options. Just because you live in a small town doesn’t mean you don’t have access to seeing fine theater, big name concerts or art/museum exhibits because Perry County is conveniently located to Mobile, Al, Jackson, MS, New Orleans, LA and the Gulf Coast, MS. Everything that you would want to experience is but a short drive away. Continued Next Page
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Rolling Hills Golf Course
Rolling Hills Golf Course Lake Perry, State of Mississippi Fishing Lake
Living in a small town environment will give you access to greater participation in community affairs. You will be more in touch with your neighbors. Do unto others as you would have them do to you is more than a saying in Perry County, it’s the way people live. The living in Perry County is easy and we would like to encourage y’all to visit or come to stay in one best little counties in Mississippi, Perry County!!!
Lake Perry, State of Mississippi Fishing Lake
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Meggie Merritt- printed silk dress by collective, sora boots by Old Gringo. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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ocial media, Hollywood, and the job market. All three are huge factors in fashion trends this year according to April Bullock, owner of Eve Marie’s Boutique in Hattiesburg and Ivy Boutique in D‘Iberville. From the flowing belted shirts of the “Sex in the City 2” movie to Pinterest pinning and postings, the most up-to-date fashion trends can be followed online and in the midst of the Hub City. Though most trends do shift a bit from year to year, there have been a few which have remained a constant. Bullock explains, “Floral has been around for about three years and will continue. It adds a pretty, feminine touch that a lot of women want.” Another trend that has also been around the same length of time is the military inspired look that will continue into the fall. “Nautical is huge for spring, summer and fall” she adds. Though it pulls from the same inspiration as years past, this year the accents will include the rush toward bright color blocks. “While olives and navies will continue, there is a lot of mixing such as hot pink with lime green for the summer and for the fall, hot pink and tan color blocks.” Bright colors will remain throughout the year but as weather gets a bit chiller, the look will tone down a bit with mixtures of grays and tans thrown in. The looks of the season will be evident from head to toe. While pastels make their appearance the earlier part of the year, bright neons will continue to pop not only during spring and summer this year, but next year as well. Other trends will include embroidery, collars, and colored lace. “While colored lace has been really big in cream and blushes the early part of this year, the lace for fall will include royal blues and deep purples” Bullock explains. More “in” items include tab sleeve shirts, colored bags, pleats, empire waist, one shoulder looks, maxi dresses and bohemian in the fall. Flowing tops and belts have been the rage since the “Sex in the City 2” movie hit the big screen. “In the movie, the actresses’ stylist put them in flowing tops but added belts to cinch in their waist. With the camera adding 10 pounds, she was actually trying to take it off.” From just this one movie, the trend was set into motion. Though belts of all types are seen, elastic ones seem to be the most popular because they fit more sizes. “If you put a few pounds on or take a few pounds off, you can still fit in the same belt” Bullock explains.
Brittyn Miller- green chiffon and crochet dress by Karlie, boots by old gringo cross jewelry fashion forward.
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Brittyn Miller- lace and Aztec hi-lo dress by Flying Tomato jewelry by Winny. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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April Bullock- Orange and crochet top by Lumie, high waist jeans by It Jeans jewelry by Pink Zebra. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
With the trend toward more flowing tops, the billowing of the outfit is offset with a tighter fit on the bottom such as structured shorts, skinny jeans, skinny caprices and leggings. Denim remains a favorite and will be available in a wide array of colors. Additionally, since the jean styles will be 60’s and 70’s inspired this year, the low rise will make its way out while being replaced with a little higher waist and more flare on the bottom. The denim material will also be softer, thinner and a little more stretchy. “Corduroy is big for the fall, too” Bullock adds. “You will see it not only in pants but also blazers and some jumpers.” Women in the workforce and the tighter economy have both impacted fashion styles and trends. “We are seeing a ton of blazers because there are more women in the workforce, particularly in bigger cities. Though Continued Page 59
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April, Meggie and Brittyn ready to hit the next night club. April Bullock wearing a pink chiffon dress by Ya, sora boots by Old Gringo. Meggie Merritt wearing a printed silk dress by collective, sora boots by Old Gringo. Brittyn Miller wearing a green chiffon and crochet dress by Karlie, boots by Old Gringo; cross jewelry Fashion Forward. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
there is a men’s wear inspiration, the fashions are more structured with blazers and pants being more tapered” April states. Even for the hotter months, ¾ length sleeves are available and cooler material, such as linen, are utilized. “The designers are adding a feminine element to the blazer by using cuffed sleeves with a color or polka dots.” Because of the tight economy people want to take things from their wardrobe and get the most use out of them as possible, hence leggings are still in. “Leggings are easy to throw on under dresses, tunics and sweaters. Add a pair of boots and you are good to go” Bullock states. The carryover of items involves not only the seasons but events as well. “Women are wearing really cute dresses that may have a cutout in the back, but for work they throw a blazer on top of it. When it’s time to go out directly from work with Continued Page 61
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girlfriends or night out, they remove the blazer, put on some fancy earrings and higher heels and they are ready to party” April explains. Clutches are in style because of their versatility of going from day to nighttime attire. Holiday and fall colors will include metallics such as metallic gold, metallic silver and rose gold. Jewelry will pop with layered bracelets and bold, bright colors. Chunky necklaces will be seen all over the place. “You will also see more Lucite items such as the earrings designed by Tarina Tarantino. Tons of celebrities such as Katie Perry, Pink and Lady Gaga are wearing her items” Bullock adds. In addition to the beauty of the earrings, the Lucite also tends to be very lightweight, thus helping alleviate the problem some people have with heavy earrings causing their earlobes to stretch and sometimes split. While bright colors will start on the head, they will continue down to the toes with shoes coming in a multitude of colors. Wedges are in and popular because of being easier to walk in, cowboy boots can be thrown on with a feminine dress thus adding a sassy touch, and over the knee boots will hit the scene hard and heavy. The availability of technology has also had a huge influence in the fashion industry. While past generations had a few printed magazines to study, trends and hair styling tips were typically gleaned from sitting around with girlfriends. Now, sites such as Pinterest and Facebook, have brought an entirely different level to personal styling. “Social media has played a huge role with younger girls knowing how to dress” Bullock relates. “When someone walks through the doors of my store, my employees and I know they put the whole outfit together because of Pinterest. We see high school
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April Bullock watching a new local band at the Bottling Company, she is wearing a pink and nude off shoulder dress by Ark & Co; shoes by Qupid ; jewelry by Tarina Tarantino and Marcia Moran. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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and college girl dressing phenomenally with their nails done and hair fixed, they just look super cute.” She states that sites such as Pinterest have thousands of pictures of what is in style and how to dress. In fact, she and her employees stay up on trends from these sites and her store has Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. “We use an app called Pic Stitch where we show how different outfit can be put together with shirt, pants and shoes options. We then place this on Pinterest for our customers to see. We use it as a teaching tool of how to put things together so they can decide what looks best on them.” She states she wants to teach her customer to feel good about their ability to put things together in their own closets at home. “One of our main goals is to give women confidence that maybe they didn’t have before they came in, to not be scared but to be more comfortable in their abilities and choices.”
Brittyn MIller- green chiffon and crochet dress by Karlie, boots by Old Gringo; cross jewelry by Fashion Forward. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
Meggie, April and Brittyn taking it easy after a memorable girls night out on the town. Meggie Merritt is wearing a full sequin one shoulder dress by Rubber Ducky; jewelry by Kim Desigues. April Bullock is wearing a pink and nude off shoulder dress by Ark & Co; shoes by Qupid; jewelry by Tarina Tarantino and Marcia Moran. Brittyn Miller is wearing a one shoulder 2-tone dress by Umg; jewelry by Pink Zebra. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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L to R-: Models Meggie, Brittyn and April walking to their next party. Meggie MerrittNavy tank by Crush, Aztec pants palazzo by Flying Tomato jewelry by Pink Zebra. Brittyn MillerLace and Aztec hi-lo dress by Flying Tomato jewelry by Winny. April BullockOrange and crochet top by Lumie, high waist jeans by It Jeans jewelry by Pink Zebra. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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There has been impressive growth in retail offerings in almost every area in Forrest, Lamar and Perry counties. Even with a slow recovery from the recession, new locally owned stores and new national chain stores have continued to open up. If you haven’t tried shopping in the smaller local stores, you should. You’ll fi nd great service and unique products you may not see in the volume stores. The Hattiesburg area is also fortunate to have national and regional chains such as Academy, Target, Gander Mountain, Kohl’s, Old Navy, American Eagle, Hollister, River 21, Gap, The New York & Co., Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, Dillard’s, Belk, J.C. Penney’s, Sears, Stein Mart, Aeropostale, Lowe’s, Home Depot, and many more to provide an impressive array of retail offerings in the Hattiesburg area. Hwy. 98 West & Weathersby Road Turtle Creek Mall is the anchor of this fast growing retail area located around the intersection of Hwy 98 West and Weathersby Road. The mall, the shopping centers around the mall and the many national chain stores make this an easy area to get your fi ll of shopping fun. Exit the Turtle Creek Mall on the Hwy. 98 side and take a right. Turn into the Turtle Creek Commons strip shopping center. Play It Again Sports, located behind Chick-Fil-A, is the place to fi nd new and used sports and fi tness equipment. The have rollerblades, treadmills, ellipticals, golf equipment, home gyms, baseball equipment, skateboards, disc golf and a lot more. Hwy. 98 West/Old Hwy. 11 Intersection Keep going west on Hwy. 98 and you’ll come to the Newpointe Shopping Center located on the right beyond the Old Hwy 11 and Hwy 98 W. intersection. After the intersection go past the Golden Eagle Storage and then Mack Grubbs Hyundai and Newpointe shopping center is located on the right. Continued Next Page
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At Newpointe, you’ll find a great collection of stores and it’s fun to just walk and browse through the stores but it also has easy access so if you want to get in and out, you can do that too. Newpointe has a wonderful art gallery, Westside Studio, which sells paintings, sculpture and artistic gifts. Westside Studio is great for knowledgeable art connoisseur but can also help those people needing help in selecting the perfect item. In addition, Westside Studio offers art instruction if you’d like to sharpen your artistic skills.
foods, cakes and dessert—this store is a whole lot better than your average grocery store. Corner Market also has another store conveniently located in front of the Canebrake community on US Hwy. 98 W.
If you drive back towards Hwy 98 W. on Old Highway 11, take a right on Market Way (the road in between Sonic’s and the convenience store), and then right after Sonic’s is this great little shopping center called Market Court. Market Court is easy to reach from Hwy 98 W. by taking the road right next to While you’re out shopping, what McDonald’s and driving past could be more convenient than McDonald’s (which would be on to pick up your prescription when your left). you’re already out and about? Newpointe Pharmacy is a Check out some of the great pharmacy that can fill your pre- stores located there: scription needs in a professional, Fine Wine & Liquor Loft, If yet caring, manner. Newpointe you’re looking for that special Pharmacy can also save you wine to complement your meals money because they constantly or if you’re just looking for a nice work to get you the best deal casual drinking wine you can for your prescriptions. If you go find it here. They also have a down a little further just a little full selection of liquor. The Leaf ways beyond the first Canebrake Cigar Co., Smoke if you have Residential Community gate, ‘em. If you want premium and you’ll find the Corner Market boutique cigars you’ll have to see on the right. The Leaf Cigar Company’s premier selection. They also have Go left back onto Hwy. 98 after an assortment of wine accessoyou leave Corner Market and ries, bar items, gift baskets and you’ll come to Bellevue Florists unique wedding gifts. & Gift Shop on your right. Bellevue Florists & Gift Shop Go back to Oak Grove Rd. and not only has the finest in fresh take a right. Belle & Beau Haircut flowers but they also have styling is close to the interseca wonderful selection of fine gift tion of Oak Grove and Mayfair items for that special someone Rd. Belle & Beau Hairstyling is or special event.
a full service beauty salon, which also features a wide selection of Circle E line. Go back onto Oak Grove Rd. and get back to Hardy St. using Mayfair. Cross over I-59 and take a left at the light, which is 40th St. Take an immediate right into the shopping center and Eve Marie’s Boutique is located here. Eve Marie’s has a complete line Continued Page 67
Old Hwy. 11 Take a right back on US Hwy. 98 heading east (back towards Hattiesburg) and then take a right on Old Hwy. 11. You’ll find the Corner Market at the intersection of Lincoln Road Extension and Old Hwy 11. The Corner Market features a great array of gourmet cheeses and meat, fresh produce, a Full Service Meat Department with a local butcher, fresh seafood, Southern Here’s Hattiesburg! 65
This Page: Meggie Merritt taking a break from walking downtown wearing a navy tank by Crush, Aztec pants palazzo by FlyingTomato; jewelry by Pink Zebra. Facing Page Left to Right: Meggie Merrit showing off her inner Elvis while wearing a full sequin one shoulder dress by Rubber Ducky; jewelry by Kim Desigues. Brittyn Miller taking in the fresh southern air wearing lace and aztec hi-lo dress by Flying Tomato; jewelry by Winny. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg. 66 Here’s Hattiesburg!
of trendsetting clothes for the young and the young at heart. Eve Marie’s Boutique also has a full line of accessories such as purses, shoes and jewelry. Go back to the light and take a left. On your right, you’ll see another Corner Market with the same great variety of food items: gourmet cheeses, fresh meat, fresh seafood, Southern foods, cakes and desserts, and a tobacco barn as well. Downtown Area Historic Downtown Hattiesburg has become an entertainment/dining center in Hattiesburg, which only enhances its shopping opportunities. Antiques, such as McKenzie’s on Main, apparel, a book store, Main St. Books, drug stores, collectibles, gifts such as A Gallery/Plums, home décor, sporting goods, groceries, several great restaurants, such as Bianchi’s or 206 Front and building supplies at Economy Supply. McKenzie’s on Main- Antiques, gifts and bridal registry. If you want that special piece of furniture or that special gift, come look around McKenzie’s. Main St. Books- Specializing in signed local, regional and state editions; also new and used books, children’s books, art, talks and workshops. A Gallery/Plums- Fine art, gift registry, contemporary handcrafted gifts, art talks and receptions. A Gallery merged with Plum’s to offer their customers everything from artistic treasure to gifts perfect for a wedding, birthday or special event. Economy Supply-If you need building supplies of any sort, go here. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a DIY, this is a great place to go for your supplies and help with your building or remodeling project. Continued Next Page
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Cloverleaf Center Area Broadway/Hwy. 49 intersection and Pine St. Area. Cloverleaf Center is the anchor of this area. By bringing outlet stores and value stores to Cloverleaf has carved out a real niche in Hattiesburg’s retail marketplace. Stein Mart, Burke’s Outlets, Trees N’ Trends, Hudson’s Treasure Hunt, and Big Lots are just some of the stores located at Cloverleaf Center. Hwy. 49 and Hwy. 49/I-59 Intersection Hwy. 49 has retail stores from Forrest County’s southern border to its northern border. The heaviest concentrations of stores are around the intersections at Broadway, Hwy. 42, and I-59.
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April and Meggie kicking up their heels while taking in the sun. April Bullock wearing a pink chiffon dress by Ya, sora boots by Old Gringo. Meggie Merritt wearing a printed silk dress by collective; sora boots by Old Gringo. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg. Here’s Hattiesburg! 69
Brittyn, April and Meggie having a blast while singing their favorite songs. Brittyn Miller is wearing a one shoulder 2-tone dress by Umg, jewelry by Pink Zebra. April Bullock is wearing a pink and nude off shoulder dress by Ark & Co, shoes by Qupid jewelry by Tarina Tarantino and Marcia Moran. Meggie Merritt is wearing a full sequin one shoulder dress by Rubber Ducky jewelry by Kim Desigues. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
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Petal Petal is just east of Hattiesburg across the Leaf River. New retailers keep discovering Petal with Main St. and Hwy. 42 (Central Ave) being the biggest beneficiaries particularly if you drive all the way out on Central Ave, which turns into Richton Rd. The intersection of Evelyn Gandy Parkway and Richton Rd has really blossomed into an amazing retail shopping area. Located near the intersection of Hwy 42 and Evelyn Gandy Parkway is a great store called Carter’s Jewelry, a jewelry store that offers quality, affordable jewelry—rings, necklaces, and watches. Carter’s promises to offer the finest quality merchandise at great prices. If you need your jewelry cleaned or repaired, you should take it to Carter’s, because they have an experienced jewelry repair team ready to help you out.
dealerships, grocers, pharmacies, a growing number of restaurants, and gift stores are all available in Purvis. Optometrists, dentists, and physicians are also part of a growing number of medical services provided for in Purvis. Sumrall also has a wide range of stores. Clothing, discount stores, drug store, auto parts, clothing, restaurants, and gifts are some of the stores located in Sumrall.
Brittyn Miller rocking a one shoulder 2-tone dress by Umg, jewelry by Pink Zebra.
April Bullock-pink chiffon dress by Ya, sora boots by Old Gringo. Clothes & Accessories provided by Eve Marie's Boutique, Hattiesburg.
Surrounding Communities of Lumberton, Purvis & Sumrall Lumberton’s retail is centered mostly on Main St. and Hwy. 589, but it also extends all the way out Main St. to I-59. Grocers, pharmacy, used furniture, flower shops, auto parts, dollar stores, gifts, and restaurants are some of the shopping opportunities. Purvis has added many new stores to create a wonderful variety of retailers. Be sure to check out a great spot to sell your jewelry, gold & silver located off Hwy. 11 called Repasky, Lott & Co. Repasky, Lott & Co. specializes in rare currencies, coins, and collectibles and will give you a fair price for your belongings. Antiques, florists, auto parts, hardware, new car dealerships, auto parts, hardware, new car Here’s Hattiesburg! 71
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Warm Weather Sundresses & Accessories by Brandi Stogner Photos by M & M Publishing Staff Photographer.
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outh Mississippi is a subtropical climate and fashionable sundresses are a must for this wonderful, warm climate. Dare to be bold and colorful from head to toe. Neon colors and bright hues in pink, orange, and yellow are in. Find the perfect sundress in different lengths from minis to asymmetrical lengths. You will find many sundresses with crochet tips for a great beach look. One of your essentials should be the Maxi dress. Find these in bright prints for an easy comfy look. Dress up your maxi with chunky jewelry. And while we’re talking about jewelry, complete your look with the perfect warm weather accessories. Add an armful of bangles, oversized earrings, a fun ring, or a statement necklace to add your style to any sundress. Headbands are a fun and easy way to add personal flair to your outfit. The “in” trend to complete your fun in the sun look is dip dyeing. Dip dyeing is coloring the tips of your hair with a bright fun color. Pick one color or add a few. Add a bright oversized handbag or the perfect color block clutch to any outfit. Karla Caldwell looks comfortable in her Ya dress on a dry, hot windy day. 72 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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Bold patterns cool looks. Olivia Jarman is stylish in her Young Threads ensemble. Jodi Reed looks cool in her teal wrap cardigan and tribal green pants by Élan-USA. Karla Caldwell is relaxed in her Ya sundress.
Jodi teal wrap cardigan and tribal green pants by Élan-USA and Olivia Azteca poncho by Young Threads.
Olivia Jarman in a Young Threads wrap dress and Karla Caldwell in her one shoulder Uncle Frank dress are relaxing by the pool.
The clothes featured in this article came from Endless Summer located on Hwy. 98 West at the shopping center just next to the Lake Serene Grocery. At the Endless Summer Tanning and Hair Salon, they will have you ready to pack your bags for your next tropical destination or ready to go out for a summertime lunch with the girls.
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by Mark Olderr
master chef
Whitney Miller
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had a chance to do an interview with Whitney Miller before she headed off on another cooking trip--this time to China! Whitney is becoming something of a global traveler as she was recently featured as a guest speaker at an international food show held in Dubai, with a trip planned for South Africa sometime in the future.
Whitney has also been getting a lot of press during the last two years. She had a very successful guest appearance on the QVC network as well as being featured in national magazines such as People and Women’s Health. Her cookbook, Modern Hospitality: Simple Recipes with Southern Charm, is now in its fifth printing and carried by national book chains such as Barnes & Noble and Books-A-Million. Whitney Miller’s entry onto the national cooking stage was a long shot statistically. With what could only be described as a leap of faith, Whitney, who was a senior at University of Southern Mississippi at the time, decided that she would try out for Fox Channel’s reality cooking show Masterchef-along with 10,000 other Continued Next Page
entrants from across the country. First, she was tested by the chef judges in New Orleans, one of several test site cities, during which Whitney had to prepare a signature dish while being interviewed on camera. She was one of only 50 people of the 10,000 original entrants to be asked to compete in the contest; the 50 were then winnowed down to 30 contestants. At that point, she received a Masterchef apron and then the “real” competition for the title of Masterchef began. To get a little feeling for how Whitney developed her skills as a cook I was interested in the cooking traditions she grew up with. Being a part of a close South Mississippi family, Whitney had two of the best cooking teachers she could have ever found--her Mother and her Great-Grandmother. Whitney’s Mom had all her daughters in the kitchen helping to prepare family meals. Meals at her Great-Grandmother’s home often grew into large events with as many as 30 to 40 people attending. Whitney’s Mother and her 97 year-old Great-Grandmother are both great cooks and imparted to Whitney a world of cooking knowledge. Stir into that base of knowledge a big dollop of Whitney’s natural ability to know which tastes, foods and textures work together, whisk in a dash of risk taking and add in a hefty portion of work ethic and you’ll get an idea as to how she was able to compete in the Masterchef show. Whitney honed her cooking skills in the family kitchen by trying out recipes and exploring the many cuisines she was exposed to at an early age, such as Southern, Creole, Cajun, Italian, and Mexican cuisines. Whitney is able to seamlessly blend and synthesize all these amazing cooking backgrounds,
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which make up Southern Mississippi’s cooking legacy, to come up with great new recipes. The family’s trips to new restaurants and other regions of the country offered Whitney opportunities to expand her repertoire of cooking skills. For example, a trip to San Diego’s Olde Town led to cooking authentic Mexican homemade tortillas; a Boston trip gave Whitney a chance to sample as well as to cook real Italian cuisine from Boston’s vibrant Little Italy. Living so close to New Orleans, along with trips to other Southern cities, gave Whitney a plethora of world-class gastronomic experiences to draw from. As far as she travels around the globe though, Whitney has never forsaken her love for good old Southern cooking. She loves to put new twists on common Southern favorites such as turnip and collard greens. She uses her exposure to other cuisines and ingredients to put new spins on great old Southern dishes. One of Whitney’s favorite cooking tips that she gives to people is about the iron skillet. Whitney’s tip is to heat up the skillet in the oven before popping in the ingredients. According to Whitney, “the flavor and crunchiness cannot be matched.” Whitney uses her skillet to make one of her favorite Southern comfort foods, crunchy jalapeno cornbread. She says she can make a whole meal for herself from cornbread and turnip greens! Whitney isn’t too Southern, is she?
Let’s get back to Whitney’s experience on Masterchef. The focus of Masterchef was the competition among the thirty finalists, but Whitney said she was able to establish several strong friendships as a result of her participation on the show. The contestants’ shared love of cooking provided solid ground for bonding. During the finale of the show, Whitney dropped her meticulously prepared pan-fried buttermilk chicken. That meant she had to completely re-prepare and re-cook the dish with only seven minutes of actual cooking time left for the buttermilk chicken. Whitney’s meal of buttermilk chicken, creamed collard greens and a dessert of white chocolate bread pudding soufflé won the day. When asked how she was able to cook the chicken in only seven minutes, she replied, “With a whole lot of prayer!” I asked what advice Whitney would give to anyone thinking of competing on a reality TV show. She said people needed to have confidence in their abilities and that they needed to pray a lot! I also asked her about how people who want to improve their cooking skills should approach the kitchen. Whitney believes people wanting to be better cooks should take risks in the kitchen and not to be too concerned about making mistakes. Have fun! Whitney’s meteoric rise to a place at a table reserved for the very best of American chefs is a tribute to her Continued Next Page
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family, her faith and her innate cooking talent. Besides working on a new cookbook, Whitney stays busy by also writing articles for food magazines such as Flavor (Atlanta) and Taste of Home. 76 Here’s Hattiesburg!
She also participates in celebrity food demos, book signings and gives motivational speaking appearances at corporate, organizational, and school-related meetings and conferences. So keep
an eye out for her new cookbook and, while you’re at it, pick up a copy of the first cookbook as well if you haven’t already done so. Continued great success Whitney!
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or some, choosing the perfect wedding dress can at times seem even more daunting than choosing your lifelong partner. Knowledge will make your life easier in this regard, and towards that end, we have put together some information to help you choose. Continued Next Page Article written by M & M staff writer and Sara Andrews. Photos by M & M Staff Photographer.
Jillian McNeese is looking ready for her walk down the aisle and the first dance at her reception in this exclusive, intricate design by Allure. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
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This romantic ball gown, worn by Danielle Chaney is created from layers of soft organza. The bodice features a sweetheart neckline with Swarovski crystals and embroidery throughout. The true beauty of this style is the layers and ruffles of organza that create the soft flowing skirt. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS. 78 Here’s Hattiesburg!
First of all, there are specific time guidelines to follow that will make your life easier if you follow them. It’s not too early to shop for your wedding dress, reception dress and bridesmaids’ dresses from nine months to one year before the wedding. Also, it’s not at all unusual to allow six months for the dress to be ordered and sized. You will need at least three fittings. From four to seven months before the wedding, get your dress fitted (or at least begin the fittings). Two to three months before the big day, go for your second fitting. One month to two months before your wedding, get your final fitting. One week before the wedding, pick up your dress or have it delivered to you. Congratulations! Wedding Day: wear your wedding dress with pride and confidence; you’ve done all the work, so enjoy it! If you find yourself asking which style you’ll look your best in ask your bridal dress store for help. “Most women just come in with a basic idea of how they want their big day to be like” according to Jill Richards, a staff member of Mimi’s Bridal. “As we discover what kind of wedding they want, we can recommend dress styles based on what the bride’s wants and what looks best on her.” So, let’s look at some of the styles: A-line, Ball Gown, Column, Empire, Mermaid. Continued Next Page
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Elizabeth Williams isn't horsing around in this Enzoani Edson-style, tulle strapless modified a-line gown with a soft sweetheart neckline. Beaded empire waistband, ruched tulle bodice, lace overlay tulle skirt. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
Your typical A-line is fitted around the bodice and flows out to the hem (resembling the upper case A) which means the dress will flow fluidly from the bust to the hem with unbroken lines. An A-line dress is appropriate for any style of wedding from a smaller back yard wedding to a big traditional church wedding. This dress will flatter almost every body type. The Continued Next Page
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full skirts can hide larger lower body features and create an illusion of curves on a smaller or narrow body frame. Simple things can be changed, like the fabric or neckline, to accentuate your best features and hide features you may want to deemphasize. If your image for the big day is more in keeping with a princess and castle theme, maybe a Ball Gown is what you need. A Ball Gown is a silhouette that pairs a fitted bodice and a full skirt. This dress is most appropriate for large, very traditional weddings to fit with the formalities of the wedding. Ball Gowns can be one piece or two and will fit most body types, it will help slender a pear-shaped bride and help hide the lower body, but be careful if you have a bigger bust, because the Ball Continued Page 83
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Elizabeth Williams is really lighting up the patio in her Enzoani, Fairy-style, modified A-line silhouette with soft sweetheart neckline in lace, removable tulle shawl attached to cathedral train with chiffon detailing and Swarovski crystal belt. Removable skirt overlay. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
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From Left to Right: Delta Evans looks great in her Enzoani – Giovanna-style, knee-length strapless sweetheart lace bodice, detachable crinkle chiffon ruche full skirt (not shown) embellished with beaded band at waist. Kristen Griffith is looking lovely in her Felicita dress. Intricate lace detailing on point d’esprit denotes this stunning two-piece dress set. Felicita offers a superbly hand-beaded bodice and sweetheart neckline with a richly embellished point d’esprit cap sleeve bolero jacket to match. Romance resonates from this slim A-line gown and will wow your Prince Charming with a semi-illusion chapel length train. Felicita also boasts a functional corset back and removable strap. Both Dresses provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
Gown dress could make you look bigger due to the oversized skirt. The Ball Gown dress helps create an hourglass figure due to the fitted bodice and natural or dropped waistline. A Ball Gown dress is not ideal for the shorter bride; if you don’t have the height to balance the oversized skirt, this style may make you look even shorter. If your wedding will be more relaxed, such as a beach or resort wedding, then maybe a Column dress is your perfect fit. A Column dress is a narrow shaped dress the flows straight down from the neckline to the hem. This dress is great for a bride who is smaller in size and, because of its narrow fit; it will show all your curves, good and bad. Be careful when picking a Column dresses for that special day, because it can be somewhat constrictive. Your ability to sit and dance comfortably may be an issue. If you find a Column dress with a gathering or pleats on the back you may to able to move a bit more freely. What if you’re a bride that wants the nice flowing dress, but you have a smaller bust, then an Empire dress will do the trick. An Empire dress has a raised waistline that sits just below the bust, and then flows down to the hem, usually paired with a square neckline and wide set straps or sleeves. This dress will fit most body types but it’s especially suited for brides with a smaller bust. The attention to the neckline creates definition and other accents such as capped sleeves or delicate beadwork will help create the illusion of a fuller bust. Oddly enough, as the Empire dress can create an illusion of a fuller bust, it can also conceal a larger bust if that is what you wish. Going with a square neckline and avoiding the scoop neckline or v-neck can de-emphasize a bride’s larger bust. An Empire dress can also hide that unwanted lower body features like a long torso or shorter legs. Continued Page 86 Here’s Hattiesburg! 83
Elizabeth Williams looks fine in Enzoani creation. This fairy-style modified A-line silhouette with soft sweetheart neckline in lace, removable tulle shawl attached to cathedral train with chiffon detailing and Swarovski crystal belt. Removable skirt overlay. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
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True love. Married. Photo by Kim Hale Switch, Semper Fi Photography.
These ladies are ready for balls, proms or any formal occasion in these exquisite gowns provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS. Here’s Hattiesburg! 85
Jillian McNeese is looking ready for her walk down the aisle and the first dance at her reception in this exclusive, intricate design by Allure. Dress provided by Mimi's Bridal, Laurel, MS.
So let’s say you are a bride who wants something that is even more form fitting that will highlight your curves, a Mermaid dress is a great style to choose. Mermaid dresses contours to your body from the bust to the knees then flares out to the hem. You must be very confident and comfortable in your own skin to pull off this sexy and very dramatic dress. The Mermaid style dress is not for everyone, it’s best for slim figures but will fit both short and tall brides. Be careful when choosing a Mermaid dress for your big day because you have to make sure you have the proper undergarments on. If you wear the wrong undergarments the Mermaid style can show unwanted lines that can take away from the elegance and overall look of the dress because of the form-fitting nature of the dress. Let’s recap the dress styles. If you are a bride looking for a dress that can hide unwanted curves, then an A-line or Empire style dress is right for you. If your big day is a smaller, more intimate wedding then a Column dress is a good match. If you are a bride that maybe wants a fairytale wedding then a Ball Gown will be the perfect for you and your prince. If you are a bride who wants a sexier, more dramatic look a Mermaid dress is a great choice. Hopefully, this article will help you choose your dress. All the bridal dresses shown in this article are from Mimi’s Bridal and the people we dealt with were both knowledgeable and helpful. Whatever your wishes and whatever your questions are, it’s a great idea to ask the bridal dress store for ideas and advice on picking out the perfect dress. Happy Wedding Day! 86 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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Christian Rock Wedding Songs
You’ve Got Me - Steven Curtis Chapman Waltz for Jennifer - FFH When God Made You - Newsong feat. Natalie Grant The Day Before You - Matthew West Household of Faith - Steve Green I Found Love (Cindy’s song) - BeBe & CeCe Winans Your Love Broke Through - Rebecca St. James Days Like These - Natalie Grant Love of My Life - Jim Brickman Feat. Michael W. Smith Give Me Forever (I Do) - John Tesh and James Ingram Not Living in the In-Between - Bebo Norman For You - Michael W. Smith Something Beautiful - Newsboys Good Thing Going - Carolyn Arends How Beautiful - Twila Paris
Hip Hop, Soul, Pop Wedding Songs
Forever - Chris Brown The Way I Are - Timbaland/Keri Hilson If This World Were Mine - Luther Vandross/Sheryl Lynn When We Get Married - Larry Graham Cherish The Day - Sade The Only One For Me - Mercedes When I First Saw You - Jamie Foxx/Beyonce Knowles I Do Wedding Song - Boyz Ii Men My Love - Justin Timberlake Your A Big Girl Now - Stylistics The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack Amazing - Luther Vandross Gettin’ Jiggy With It - Will Smith Unforgettable - Natalie & Nat King Cole California Love - Tupac Rock Your Body - Justin Timberlake In The Club - 50 Cent I’ll Be There - The Jackson Five Down - Jay Sean Feat. Lil Wayne
Top Country Wedding Songs (According To Www.Theboot.Com)
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I Do - Paul Brandt Forever And Ever Amen - Randy Travis When I Said I Do - Clint Black And Lisa Hartman Black Bless The Broken Road - Rascal Flatts Could I Have This Dance - Anne Murray It’s Your Love - Tim Mcgraw And Faith Hill I Love You The Way You Love Me - John Michael Montgomery From This Moment On - Shania Twain And Bryan White Keeper Of The Stars - Tracy Byrd I Cross My Heart - George Strait
Beautiful Hayley Davidson is enjoying a lighter moment but she makes this Enzoani, Casablanca-style creation look like it was made for her. The dress has a chiffon mermaid silhouette with ruched bodice and a strapless modified sweetheart neckline along with its Alencon lace overlay and scalloped hemline.
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Classical Wedding Songs
Wedding March - Felix Mendelssohn Canon In D Major - John Pachelbel Ave Maria - Franz Schubert Arioso - Johann Sebastian Bach Air On A G String - Johann Sebastian Bach Spring (From Four Seasons) Antonio Vivaldi Air (From Water Music) - George F. Handel Music Box Dancer - Frank Mills Wachet Auf - Johann Sebastian Bach Largo - George F. Handel The Water Is Wide Author Unknown, Traditional Fur Elise - Ludwig Van Beethoven Moonlight Sonata - Ludwig Van Beethoven Finale (From Water Music) Jesu, Joy Of Man’s Desiring Johann Sebastian Bach To A Wild Rose - Edward Macdowell Trumpet Voluntary - Jeremiah Clarke Ode To Joy - Ludwig Van Beethoven Red Is The Rose - Traditional Trumpet Tune - Henry Purcell
Spotify’s Top 20 Wedding Songs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
I Gotta Feeling - The Black Eyed Peas Sex On Fire - Kings of Leon Mr Brightside - The Killers Superstition - Stevie Wonder Dancing Queen - Abba Don’t Stop Believin’ - Journey Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) - Beyoncé White Wedding - Billy Idol Hey Ya! - Radio Mix/Club Mix - OutKast Make You Feel My Love - Adele I’m Yours - Jason Mraz Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) Stevie Wonder – Blame It On The Boogie - Jackson 5 Crazy In Love - Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z Let’s Stay Together - Al Green Greatest Day - Take That I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) - The Proclaimers You’re The First, The Last, My Everything Barry White 9 To 5 - Dolly Parton (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes Here’s Hattiesburg! 89
Choosing your Diamond or How I Learned the Four C’s and Made My Sweetie Happy
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By M&M Staff Writer. Photos by M&M Staff Photographer. Model Jessica Carter
opefully you are good at choosing your turtledove, honey pie, sweetie, lovey-dovey, pumpkin, your little schmoopie, your lobster, (who knew lobsters mate for life, so have a little respect when you’re dipping a chunk of lobster in drawn butter at Red Lobster.) Picking out the diamond can sometimes seem harder than picking out your intended, but buying a diamond can be a little easier if you know what you want and what to look for when you’re shopping.
Remember the Four C’s: 1. Cut-What shape does your fiancee want? Don’t confuse the cut of a diamond with shape. When a jeweler refers to shape they are using terms such as round, emerald and pear. The ideal cut is the best cut as it produces a strong reflection of light back to the viewer; a fine cut also reflects good light back at the viewer. Deep and shallow cuts leak light out from the side and bottom of the stone. Ideal, Premium, Very Good, Good, Fair & Poor are the cut grades available. 2. Clarity-This concerns inclusions and imperfections in the stone and are, ranging from best to worst: Flawless (F) is perfect, no imperfections. Very Small Inclusion diamonds would take an expert with a microscope to see imperfections (VS 1, VS 2). Small Inclusions takes a normal person with a microscope to see imperfections (S1, S2), and Inclusions (I1, I2, I3.) When you’re looking at I1, I2 or I3, the casual observer can sometimes see the imperfections with the naked eye. The most popular range is the VS1-VS2 diamond. These diamonds appear flawless to the naked eye, and are a fraction of the price of a truly flawless diamond. The next most popular range is SI1, where the inclusions are usually not significant enough to impact the appearance of the diamond for the casual observer. 3. Color-Colorless is the best. The Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) grades color alphabetically from D (totally colorless) to Z (yellow). To be considered “colorless,” the G.I.A. requires a diamond to be Continued Next Page
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a D, E, or F. However, the D-Z scale is continuous, so the difference between an F and G is very small. In the United States, the average color for engagement diamonds in the ranges from G to H. Most jewelers have a master set of stones with which to compare color. The setting can affect the way the stone appears so unset stones are easier to grade on color. Most of the stones you buy will come set so you will most likely have to rely on the grading system. 4. Carat—Larger carat stones are rare and require miners to extract a greater amount of stone to find these diamonds. A single carat stone can require mining tons of stone to get one diamond. Carat is a unit of measure, not of size. Be careful about selecting a diamond just on carats alone. If you get a large carat diamond, but one of such inferior quality in cut, clarity and color, the diamond could easily look like “glass.”
Happy Diamond Hunting!
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Development Name
County
Area
Price Range
40th Place Forrest SW Hsbrg. 195K-600K Lamar Oak Grove Acadia Oaks Acadian Square Forrest Petal 229K-290K Angela’s Field Lamar Oak Grove 115K-165K Lamar Oak Grove 150K-220K Ashborough Audubon Hills Lamar Oak Grove 165K-297K Forrest SW Hsbrg. 200K-1MIL Audubon Park Forrest Petal 125K-195K Autumn Ridge Autumn Ridge Lamar Oak Grove 135-195K Lamar Oak Grove 300K-600K Backwater@Woodstone Barton Park Lamar Oak Grove 120K-135K Baywood Cove Forrest SW Hsbrg. 275K-500K Lamar Purvis 95K-300K Beaver Lake Bedford Woods F/L SWH 120K-1MIL Belle Grass Lamar Oak Grove 197K-375K Belle Pointe Lamar Oak Grove 240K-260K Belle Terre Lamar Oak Grove 125K-250K Bellewood Lamar Oak Grove 150K-300K Bent Creek Lamar Oak Grove 200K-350K Bent Creek West Lamar Oak Grove 200K-450K Berkshire Hills Lamar SW Hsbrg. 80K-195K Beverly Hills Estates Forrest Petal 85K-200K Bienville Square Lamar Oak Grove 150K-225K Big Bay Lake Lamar L/P 180K-750K Black Creek Valley Lamar Purvis 160K-212K Bridgefield Estates Lamar Oak Grove/Sumrall 250K-600K Bridgefield Gardens Lamar Oak Grove/Sumrall 125K-210K Brookstone Lamar Oak Grove 119K-166K Brookwood Forrest NW Hsbrg. 65K-95K Brycewood Forrest SW Hsbrg. 80K-130K Cameron Point Lamar Oak Grove 105K-150K Canal Place Lamar SW Hsbrg. 190K-260K Canebrake Lamar Oak Grove 200K-1.8MIL Carolina Ridge Lamar Oak Grove 120K-155K Carriage Park Lamar Oak Grove 237K-275K Cascades Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lots Avialable Castle Manor Forrest Petal 100K-175K 92 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Amenities C/G, L, U U, C, G U, PG, P, W/T, L, D G, U S,C C/G, U
C, L, P, T, U U U, W/T BL, G, L, U C/G, U C, C/G, Ga, P, T, U, W U U P, Pg, U P, Pg, U C/G L L, U U, S, C C, C/G, Ga, L, P, U C/G, U U C/G C/G BL,C,CC,C/G,G,Ga, L,Pr,Pg,T,P,U,W/T C/G, U C/G, U C,U L
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Development Name
County
Chanticleer Chapel Hill
Lamar Lamar
Classic Woods Clayton Place Clear Creek Cobblestone Corner Oaks Cottages in the Woods Cottages at Turtle Creek Country Club Lake Estates Cross Creek Crossland Roads Cumberland Dandridge Deerfield Derry Dixie Ridge East Forrest Eastwood Heights Edgemere Ferncrest Fernwood Estates Fieldstone Forrest Hills Fox Penn Gracelynn Heights Green Bay Place Green Timber Greenwood Place Heatherwood Hickory Knoll Hidden Woods Highpointe Hillendale Hollow Run Homestead Hunter’s Point Hunter’s Ridge
Forrest NW Hsbrg. U, C/G, L, S, Forrest Petal 130K-295K L, U Lamar Oak Grove 179K-240K U Lamar Sumrall 108K-128K C/G, U Lamar Oak Grove 160K-190K Lamar Oak Grove 140K-173K U, W Lamar Oak Grove 170K-200K C/G, U, M Forrest NW Hsbrg. 165K-775K C, C/G, G, L, P, T, U Forrest Petal 130K-230K C/G, P, T, U Lamar Sumrall 150K-190K C Lamar Oak Grove 140K-275K Lamar Oak Grove 150K-275K P, Pg, U Lamar Oak Grove 110K-200K Lamar Oak Grove 142K-160K Forrest Dixie 175K-240K Forrest Petal 95K-150K Forrest Petal 125K-250K+ C/G, P, T Forrest Petal 186K-234K U, C/G, L, S, C Forrest Petal 110K-140K Forrest Petal 125K-200K L Lamar Oak Grove 200K-430K Pg, P, U Lamar Oak Grove 125K-230K Lamar Sumrall 196K-250K Forrest Petal 125K-160K Forrest Petal 115K-200K U Lamar Oak Grove 178K-380K Lamar Oak Grove 150K-500K U Lamar Sumrall New! Lamar Oak Grove 50K-100K Lamar Oak Grove 180K-315K Lamar Oak Grove 230K-450K P, U Forrest SW Hsbrg. 95K-375K C/G Forrest Petal 110K-150K T, W/T Forrest SWH/Dixie 175K-400K C/G, L, U Forrest NW Hsbrg. 160K-250K G, T, P, U Forrest Petal 135K-200K G
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Area Oak Grove Oak Grove
Price Range 200K-300K 110K-300K
Amenities U C, P, C/G, U, M
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Development Name
County
Area
Price Range
Hunter’s Way Lamar Oak Grove 125K-150K Lamar Oak Grove 115K-150K Huntington Hyland Lamar Oak Grove 75K-150K Hyland Forrest Petal 80K-115K Innswood Forrest SW Hsbrg. 135K-400K Jamestown Forrest SW Hsbrg. 85K-200K Lamar Oak Grove 165K-180K Kendllebrook Crossing Kensington Woods Lamar SW Hsbrg. 85K-185K Keystone Cove Forrest Petal 115K-135K Kingsmill Lamar Oak Grove 160K-290K Kirkwood Park SW Hsbrg. SW Hsbrg. 200K-1MIL Lamar Oak Grove 187K-414K Knights Landing Lamar Oak Grove 120K-200K Krystal View Lamar Oak Grove 120K-165K Lagniappe Cottages Lake Serene Lamar Oak Grove 120K-600K Lake Sharra Lamar Oak Grove 110K-180K Lakeshore Lamar Oak Grove 160K-300K Lamar Park Lamar Oak Grove 100K-140K Legacy Lamar Oak Grove 160K-200K Lamar Oak Grove 175K-650K Le Papillon Longleaf Acres Forrest Petal 150K-400K Lamar Oak Grove 150K-165K Longwood Place Lost Orchard Lamar Purvis 129K-160K Madison Place Lamar Oak Grove 150K-225K Magnolia Crossing Lamar Sumrall 195K-235K Magnolia Trace Lamar Oak Grove 160K-380K Maison Rue Lamar Sumrall 139K-175K Marshall Place Forrest Petal 200K-350K Lamar Oak Grove 155K-215K Martin RIdge Melody Hill Lamar Petal 130K-160K Mineral Creek Forrest (Nth) Rawls Springs Custom & Spec. 130K-300K North Fork Forrest Petal 200K-300K Northridge Forrest Petal 110K-140K Oak Forrest Lamar Oak Grove 110K-210K Oak Grove Cove Lamar Oak Grove 110K-155K Oak Hills Lamar Oak Grove 95K-150K 96 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Amenities C/G T, W/T C/G, U C/G L, C/G, C C/G P, L C/G, U U C/G, U BL, C, L, Pr, Pg, T BL, C, L, Pg, Pr, T L BL, C, C/G, L, P
U BL, L, Pr, U Pg, U C/G, C, Ga, M, P, U U U C/G, U U, L, Pr U, C C, Ga, L, Pg, U, W/T, Fiber Optic Tel, TV, Net,Sec. Sys. U, L, Pr
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Development Name
County
Oak Leigh Manor Oak Ridge Overlook Point Pecan Hills Pecan Lakes Pecan Place Plantations Place Pleasant Ridge Providence Quail Hollow Reese Creek Plantation Regency Estates Richburg Heights Rolling Hills Sandstone Savannah Trace Serene Hills Serene Meadows Seven Pines Shadow Ridge Sherwood Forrest Sienna Fields Southdown South Fork SummerPlace SummerTree Summertrace Summerwood Tall Pines Tee Time The Glen The Hemmingway The Meadows The Oaks The Refuge The Trace The Trace, 4th Ed. The Village
Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest SW Hsbrg. Forrest SW Hsbrg. Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Dixie Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Sumrall Lamar Sumrall Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Forrest Petal Forrest Petal Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Sumrall Lamar Oak Grove Lamar Oak Grove Forrest NW Hsbrg.
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Area
Price Range 80K-100K 125K-195K 115K-145K 95K-155K 140K-200K 130K-250K 100K-150K 130K-350K 200K-1.5MIL 175K-350K 130K-285K 95K-250K 100K-230K 130K-215K 200K-600K 250K-365K 170K-220K 140K-200K 130K-250K 175K-410K 100K-150K New! 115K-169K 185K-225K 140K-290K 130K-290K 120K-140K 250K-266K 95K-175K 135K-180K 115K-165K 110K-130K 115K-160K 135K-165K 275K-400K 160K-350K 180K-350K 250K-1MIL
Amenities M, P, U C/G, Ga, U L, Pr, Pg, U
BL, L, U E, Ga, U Ga, L, Pr, U, W/T C/G, U
C, Ga, P, U, W/T U U
C, C/G, G, Ga, P, U G W/T, U L, Pr U U C/G, Ga, M, U U G, L, U C/G, U U, L, Pg U U, G L, U U, W/T C, C/G, P, T, U
Development Name
County
Area
Price Range
The Woodlands
Lamar
Oak Grove
160K-290K
U
The Woods
Lamar
Oak Grove
150K-275K
U
Thornberry Fields
Forrest
Petal
175K-185K
U
Timber Lakes
Forrest
Petal
130K-250K
L
Timber Ridge
Lamar
Oak Grove
130K-250K
U
Timberline Ridge
Forrest
Petal
150K-250K
G,U
Timberland
Lamar Purvis
120K-240 U
Timberton
Forrest
200K-500K
Trailwood
Forrest Petal
180K-450K BL,C/G,G,L,Pr,Pg,U
Trailwood West
Forrest
Petal
200K-1MIL
BL,C/G,G,L,Pr,Pg,U
Tropical Gardens
Forrest
Petal
145K-230K
C/G, U
Twelve Oaks
Lamar
Oak Grove
100K-160K
Twin Pines (Tee Time)
Forrest
Petal
130K-180K
Villa Del Ray
Lamar
Oak Grove
85K-140K
Village at the Meadows
Forrest
Petal
120K-145K
U
Villages of Oak Grove
Lamar
Oak Grove
188K-226K
C/G, U
Vintage Springs
Forrest
SE Hsbrg
230K-260K
C/G, U, Pg
Waterford
Forrest
SW Hsbrg.
400K-1MIL
C/G,Ga,L,Pr,U,W/T
West Lake Manor
Lamar
Oak Grove
120K-220K
BL, L
Westbrook
Lamar Sumrall
140K-250K U
Westerly
Lamar
Oak Grove
148K-160K
U
Western Heights
Forrest
SW Hsbrg.
80K-180K
C/G
Westgate
Lamar
SW Hsbrg.
150K-200K
C/G
Westhills
Lamar
Oak Grove
55K-195K
Westover
Lamar
Oak Grove
55K-195K
West Woods
Forrest
SE Hsbrg.
75K-150K
Whispering Pine
Forrest
Petal
115K-140K
Williamsburg Estates
Forrest
Petal
100K-200K
Willows of Trailwood
Forrest
Petal
130K-200K
BL,C/G,G L,M,Pg,Pr U
Windridge
Lamar
Oak Grove
130K-250K
U
Woodhaven
Forrest
SW Hsbrg.
110K-350K
L, U
Woodland Hills
Forrest
SW Hsbrg.
90K-295K
C/G
Woodlands Trace
Lamar
Oak Grove
160K-290K
U
Woodstone
Lamar
Oak Grove
240K-500K
C, P, T, U
Worthington
Lamar
Oak Grove
250K-400K
PU
SW Hsbrg.
C, CC, C/G, G, L, U
G, L, U
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Uptown Living in Downtown Hattiesburg—
Lofts & Condos by M&M Staff Writer
Geiger Lofts
Brown Bag Concert Midsummer Concerts
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Photos on Pages 104-119 taken by Giaise Photography Studio
o you relish your windshield time as a time to get better acquainted with your fellow driving maniacs, getting cut off and gestured at, and slamming on your brakes because the 16 yearold in front is DWS and had to slam on her brakes because of a photo text of her other GF’s QT BF from her BFF that made her ROFL (translation below**)? Do you enjoy mowing your yard in 100˚ heat as tidal waves of sweat roll down your forehead into your already red eyes? Are you thrilled at your opportunity to battle mosquitoes the size of small jet planes as they endlessly puncture your tender hide as you plant flat after flat of flowers that your husband/wife keeps buying “just for you dear?” Is your idea of culture watching such historical items as an ejection seat from a 1960’s era jet or a 1974 GTO or poker chips from the Gold Gulch Casino being evaluated by those masters of pawn, Rick and Chumlee, in “Pawn Stars”? Is your idea of fine art the framed, cloned masterpiece found Continued Next Page
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HubFest: Matt Martin
Flaming Lips World Record Concert Art Walk
above the bed in each and every room of a gadzillion Sleep Inns? If you answered yes to most of the questions above, then loft/condo living may not be for you. If you enjoy living in a culturally and ethnically diverse environment that includes small business owners, retirees, students, government employees and a variety of artists, a downtown loft/condo may be ideal. Also by living in the center of the city you will be able to more easily take advantage of cultural events, fine dining and nightlife. If you work downtown, walking to work is definitely doable, healthy and enjoyable. We will go through a number of lofts/condos that are homes unlike many of the others we have featured in the past. The first home we experience has an innocuous doorway and actually looks like the door of a small business. Walking up the stairs brings you into an entirely different dimension--a modern home. Continued Next Page
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Photos of the featured lofts and condos, Pages 104-119 taken by Joe Giaise of Giaise Photography Studio, www.giaisestudio.com/, Picayune, MS.
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lean lines, bold colors and some amazing heart pine wood floors, which would be the envy of any home or business, are first impressions as we walk through the door. Utilizing the best of earlier eras’ design elements and contemporary modern design are what makes these homes so attractive. Gleaming stainless steel appliances, a requisite icon for upscale homes today thanks to HGTV, fit easily into a space that was constructed nearly a hundred years ago. Gracing the kitchen ceiling is a 30’s era bowl style pendant light fixture, once common in many schools and government buildings from that era. The fixture has a clunky, art deco look that gives the room a comfortable feel. Above the bar counter you will see the antithesis of an art deco fixture in the form of two ultra-modern, minimalistic, square pendant lamps. The light from the antique Continued Next Page
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ceiling light fixtures reflects in the heavily lacquered red cabinets. Stainless steel cabinet hardware matches the stainless steel appliances--a pleasant look against the strong red tones of the cabinets. A built-in wine rack provides a wonderful selection of the vine to go with any meal. A tall, darktoned wood dining table is located next to the kitchen. Black bar stools contrast well against the lighter wood tones of the floor and complement the dark tones of the table. Although small by some standards, the kitchen working area didn’t feel cramped at all. The kitchen’s efficient use of space makes it cooking-friendly with everything needed to create that gourmet meal within easy reach. The open floor plan of the home’s design gives the feeling of being in a bigger space than you Continued Next Page
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actually are. A huge skylight above the living area letting in voluminous amounts of natural light further accentuates the feeling of spaciousness. The counterpoint of the modular sectional sofa against the warm wood tones of the heart pine flooring, originally created a hundred year’s past, is striking but the earth tones of the sofa make the two eras work perfectly together. The sleek glass and steel coffee table in front of the sofa is shaped like a single-wing stealth fighter. The ornately framed mirror hanging on the white wall is almost the perfect symbiosis of a Victorian-type frame and a standard of minimalistic style--the mirror. The mirror provides space and dimension to the room, as does the lack of clutter on the wall. The old timey feel of the bowl style pendant lights provide a unifying element to the home and guide our way from the living area down a hall to the master bedroom. In keeping with the less is more ideal, the hallway is decorated with a sparing use of wall artwork. A single artificial topiary next to a credenza brings a little nature inside. Continued Next Page
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The master bedroom has a comfortable king-size bed adorned with a light green French brocade comforter that offsets the dark tones of the headboard and furniture in the room. The stainless steel furniture hardware goes well with the crystal and steel desk lamps. A ceiling fan equipped with a bowl style lamp provides plenty of ventilation. White venetian blinds complete the nice clean feel of the room. One thing that has always bothered me about some modern interior design styles has been the cold, un-tethered freefall into design discordance. You are almost demanded by those purists to admire the style just because it is supposed to be edgy. Some of these styles are like listening to a free style jazz song that is a blaring collection of disconnected, arrhythmic notes. However, by using the historical features and elements well, the clean modern lines of this home don’t have the cold feel of an antiseptic, steely surgery suite that some modern designs have. This is a warm, inviting home that would make almost anybody feel right at home. Continued Next Page
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he next home offers a nearly blank slate to design your own version of home. When I first walked into the loft, I thought that the design elements used were a form of interior design schizophrenia, but the design elements grew on me as we walked through. Exposed steel beams on the ceiling and walls give this loft a raw industrial feel. That feeling is further accentuated with the paints from different times that escaped extinction and sundry paint scrapings to still Continued Next Page
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adorn the rough plaster outer walls that also feature exposed brick in some areas. Gleaming white bead board softens the starkness of the exposed steel. Juxtaposed against the rawness of the plaster and steel are finished, painted walls found in several places throughout the loft. The easy beauty of the wood grain of the flooring provides a classy element to the loft. The variety of contemporary and antique style light fixtures provide additional transitions from historic to modern styles in the loft. Continued Next Page
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The bathroom in this loft is the personification of its design. The focal point of the bathroom is an elegant, marble-faced bathtub with a stainless steel faucet sitting in front of a finished wall accented with a stainless steel shelf. The crudeness of the unfinished plaster wall stands in distinct contrast to the expertly painted wall adorned with a wall sconce fashioned in the form of an old timey gas lamp right next to the unfinished plaster. Continued Page 112
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oing into the next home takes you from the hard, rough surfaces of the unfurnished loft we were just in to an exquisitely decorated condo that features elaborate crown and baseboard moldings, chair rail and what appears to be a perfect paint job. A broad grand wooden staircase leads you up to the home’s entrance. After entering the home we immediately feel the cheery glow of the foyer provided by the light of the five-light chandelier bouncing off the fresh cream wall color and buff colored trim. A tasteful wood side table sits below a large wall mirror. I had never seen a table lamp quite like the one on the table--it had a set of four Greek columns running from the base almost up to the bottom of the Continued Next Page
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lampshade. The hallway leading you into the home seems very much like it belongs in a tony art museum—clean, crisp and balanced. Going down the hallway from the front door you walk into the open living room of this condo. The gleaming wood flooring found in the living room and throughout the home enhances the living room’s comfortable furniture. The subdued buff tones of the sofa’s fabric go well with the wall color and the burgundy, umber and ochre colors of the paisley fabric covering the love seat. A large armoire houses the TV and entertainment equipment. The substantial mantel around the fireplace serves as a focus for the whole room. Continued Next Page
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A farmhouse style island in the center of the kitchen provides a great prep space. The wine opener atop the island is not only functional but is a handsome accessory. The brushed brass cabinet hardware, the brushed brass two-light chandelier and the bead board along with the island give the kitchen a rustic feel. In direct contrast, the sleek Rosa Beta granite countertop and backsplashes and stainless steel appliances bespeak a more modern influence. Continued Next Page
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One amazing thing about this home, besides being so close to shopping, restaurants and entertainment, is the great view you experience on the balconies around the building. There are gorgeous panoramic views that come with this stylish home. On the day we were there, the sky was filled with billowy white clouds dotting an azure blue sky. Incredible. Continued Next Page
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he next home we will be looking at is in the historic Walthall School building located in the Hattiesburg Historic District. The Walthall School (or the Court Street School as it was once known) was originally built in 1902. The school was enlarged and remodeled to its present Mission Style character in 1928. The architects for the remodeling and enlargement in 1928 were N.W. Overstreet and R.W. Naef. The building ceased to be used as a public school in 1987. Recently, the building has been painstakingly refurbished into a collection of gracious condo homes and the exterior of the structure probably looks as good or better than it did when it was Continued Next Page
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first built. Manicured lawns and landscaping provide attractive curb appeal the moment you drive up to the Walthall School Condos. The grounds and the patios make the outside as inviting as the inside. Going through the building’s entrance is a little reminiscent of going into school because of the doors but that’s where the comparison ends. The building’s foyer is airy and very ample in size. A comfortable looking bench seat sits to the right. The light gold paint color goes well with the white ceilings and stylish wall sconces. Exposed water pipes thread through the room just below the foyer’s ceiling. Continued Next Page
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The exposed bricks, water pipes and air ducts give the condo a little bit of an edge and also serve as unifying elements for the condo. The stain finish on the kitchen cabinets connects the edgy with the stylish. The stainless steel appliances and shiny Uba Tuba granite countertops fit in easily with both the refined and edgier elements in the condo. The rustic antique brass water faucet and chandelier almost matches the exposed water pipes in color. The height of the ceilings along with the open floor plan creates a feeling of spaciousness whether it’s in the kitchen, the sitting area next to the kitchen and even the smallish looking bedroom. The bedroom doesn’t feel small when you’re in it because of the openness of the plan and because the walls don’t go all the way up to the ceiling. Continued Next Page
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The bathroom is spacious, stylish and easy on the eyes. The wood flooring and the light green wall color create an attractive space. And the bathroom is huge, or as a 14-year old who was with us said, “you could even have a party in here.� The antique brass fixtures along with the pedestal sink recalls the earlier era in which the building was first created. In the past I would have never considered a loft/condo as a possible primary residence, but after seeing these impressive homes, I have a much greater appreciation than I did when I started this article. Less home maintenance, easy access to entertainment and dining and pleasant, interesting interiors make these residences an attractive option when looking for a new home. Thanks to all the homeowners for letting us visit!
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LIFESTYLE-SUSTAINING. Resurrected Beauties The revitalization of downtown Hattiesburg is in full swing, taking another leap forward with the mixeduse historic restoration and rehabilitation of two of the area’s most prominent buildings. Though they’ve been sitting in restful-vacancy for some time, they are both still full of the rich character once experienced by previous residence and tenants. The America Building, previously The Ross Building, located on the corner of Front Street and Short Street, was built in 1907 and has a vibrant and storied past, complete with avant-garde artists and laissez faire lifestyle. The Carter Building, previously known as The Faulkner Building, sits on Front Street and Main Street and is another staple of historic downtown – its distinctive architectural styling and strong persona firmly anchoring the building as a downtown centerpiece. The developer of the project is ISIS Development Group, LLC (“IDG”). Robert Tatum, Jr. and Anthony J. Iarocci, III; the two principals of IDG, have a proven record of successful real estate experience and acquisition experience in for-rent multifamily housing. 120 Here’s Hattiesburg!
“There is a resurgence happening in downtown Hattiesburg right now. Momentum is really growing and people are excited to be a part of the rebirth of such a rich community,” said Rob Tatum. “We can’t wait to see what these two buildings, and the lives lived in them are going to mean for downtown.” Both buildings will be developed simultaneously with a 12-month estimated construction time. When the buildings are finished, they’ll offer a total of 55 new apartment spaces and 12,000 square feet of commercial space. The restoration, rehabilitation and lifestyle-sustaining efforts of this development project strengthens the inherent creative nature of the Downtown community. The designs of both buildings hold a strong emphasis on the creative quality of life that already exists in Downtown Hattiesburg. Partnering with RARE Design, a Hattiesburg based brand-building consultancy, IDG has successfully identified the story and life of both of the buildings. “The intention behind what we’re doing with these buildings is something I think all of downtown is really embracing,” said Rodney Richardson, President & Creative Director of RARE Design. “It is through the celebration of yesterday and the rejuvenation of life today that these buildings will begin to resonate their authentic stories. We are on the journey of embracing the lives of these monumental structures and the lives that will be lived in them. In doing so, we want to make sure we show this progressive story of rebuilding among the ruins – the moments.” www.hubcitylofts.com Here’s Hattiesburg! 121
South Mississippi Landscaping & Gardening Winners by M&M Staff Writer; Teresa Vesely Gammel of Vesely's Nursery, consultant
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hen planning new landscaping beds, re-furbishing old beds or just adding some seasonal color, there are a few things to keep in mind. First question to ask yourself is what type of light does your proposed planning area get. Does it get six or more hours of sun? If it does, then it is considered a sunny location. Anything less than six is considered a shaded location. Another basic is to determine what soil type exists in the bed you have planned. One easy test for your soil is to take enough soil to form a marble sized lump. Roll it in your fingers and if it forms a nicely formed marble, it has high clay content. If the soil never forms and just falls apart, it is sandy soil. If the soil at first forms a ball, but falls apart without the pressure of your fingers, it is a loam soil. For clay and sandy soils, you must amend with compost. The next soil test you must perform is to determine the acidic or alkaline content of your soil. There are numerous test kits that are available at nurseries, home improvement stores and online. The MSU Extension Service will also test your soil if you send them the samples, go to http://msucares.com/pubs/infosheets/is1294.pdf for more information; it will cost $6 per sample (prices are subject to change). Once you know the acidity/alkalinity of the soil, you can either plant according to the existing soil or add amendments to the soil so you can produce a successful bed for the plants you plan to use. Some other issues to keep in mind are plant height, textures and color. I put in a white garden not too long ago and I was pleasantly surprised by the results (with one exception.) Using snow on the mountain for the beds ground cover, the landscaper also used two different-sized gardenias as well as Sawgrass (Cladium) plants. By varying height, you add visual interest to your bed by giving the person who’s looking a multi-level display of color and/or vegetation. (The mistake I made in my white garden was planting a Magnolia grandiflora too close to my house. Big mistake and I love the tree so I can’t force myself to cut it down.) Temperature is always critical and according to the chart, South Mississippi is in zone 8a. The zone system is good generally speaking but not perfect; talking to your local nursery (not so much the Lowes, Home Depot or Walmart type stores because there is such a wide variance of knowledge among employees) should provide you with information as to what to plant when. We will be talking about a number of plants in this article and what times they are at their best.
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COLOR, HEIGHT, SHAPES, HARD FEATURES & TEXTURE IN FLOWER BEDS
Grasses, kale, cabbage, even cacti can add elements of texture into your garden. Grasses are an easy way to add height as well as texture. The kales and cabbage plant offer some color as well as texture. Kales and cabbage can also take some cold weather—down to -10 F Get a color wheel and look for opposite colors to according to MSU extension service. Kale and cabbage produce dramatic effect, like yellow and purple as an need good drainage and good moisture to keep producexample. Mass plantings of a single color can be effec- ing good color. Try planting them with pansies. tive, but may look a little one-dimensional. An easy way to make mass plantings stand out is to surround it with Pansies, contrary to popular usage, are hardy plants a different-height, different-color plant planted around the and should be planted mid- to late October. They like mass planting. Using blues, whites and greens will pro- temperatures below 65 degrees. Try mixing them with duce a mellower, cooler color scheme. Bright oranges, daffodils. Pansies come in colors of white, yellow, reds and yellows are attention grabbers. Color can also orange, red, pink, blue and purple. Petunias provide an serve as a unifier to your yard if you repeat similar beds array of color from purple to pinks, reds to white and even striped varieties. Wave petunias are popular but can be in other areas of your yard. moody. Along with texture, varying plants of different shapes can also add interest to your beds. Hard features such as fences, garden art, rocks, benches and birdbaths can add year round lasting, dimension to your garden. Shapes of plants like the canna Lily, with its big leaves and bright color along with spikier salvia can definitely add interest to an area of your yard.
Fall/Winter
(When planting for Fall/Winter keep a thick layer of mulch around your plants to moderate temperature and retain moisture and don’t forget to water in the fall.) In the fall some great plants that do well in South Mississippi are dianthus, which can be either annual (single season) or perennial (comes back year after year.) Telestar dianthus, annual, comes in carmine rose, pink, white and purple picotee; they have a light floral aroma and are a great cool weather plant for South. According to MSU extension, plant telestar dianthus from November to March. Also prune 2-3 inches from the plant after first flowering to ensure repeat flowering. Mississippi. They come in single, double and semi-double petals. Space about 8 inches apart when planting. The mature plants will be 8-10 inches in height. Don’t forget to fertilize the plants when you plant them. Snapdragons are another great Fall plant. They like organic-rich, well-drained beds and they flourish in cold weather. If you know that you will be experiencing extreme cold, cover the snapdragons with straw and then uncover when the temperature increases. Sonnet and Liberty snapdragons get about 18 to 24 inches tall. Snapdragons work well in combination with pansies, violas, and ornamental kale or cabbage. Try planting them close to beds of spring-flowering daffodils for added effect.
Spring/Summer
Moving into the springtime and summer, impatiens used to be a popular plant to plant in the spring, but according to Teresa Gammel of Vesely’s Nursery, the loss of shade cover from the ravages of Hurricane Katrina have cut the plant’s popularity. This plant likes shadier locations. Let’s talk a little about begonias, an annual plant. Teresa said to look for the dark leaf begonias if you’re Continued Next Page
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planting in the sun and a lighter green begonia if you’re planting in the shade. For beautiful foliage and a constant display of color throughout the season, grow begonias. Most begonias grow to between 8 inches and 12 inches tall. Begonias look best when planted in mass plantings. They like moist, well-drained soil but don’t like much fertilizer. They will produce flowers throughout the summer until the first frost. Teresa Gammel of Vesely’s Nursery provides the following tip: plant your dark leaf begonias with the chartreuse potato vine to produce a dramatic effect. Vinca, which is actually a periwinkle, can provide drought-tolerant color to your garden. Water when the plant is dry, but before it wilts. Vinca requires nitrogen but not very much potassium so look for a high first number and lower second number like 10-4-3. Vincas naturally branch so you don’t really have to pinch the deadheads. They don’t like to be crowded so don’t plant them close together. They grow to about 10” tall. Pinks, peaches, purples, reds, whites are some of the colors available. Lantana likes full sun and well-drained locations, it does not like “wet feet.” The plant comes in a variety of colors and this drought resistant plant will power through the dog days of summer with adequate moisture. Another neat thing about lantana is its ability to attract butterflies, which adds a color in motion dimension to your garden. The very popular “New Gold” lantana is a fast grower, comes in a yellow color, grows to about 18” to 24” with about 24” to 36” spread, blooms early to early fall and needs full sun.
TOMATOES
Tomato enthusiasts are a little crazy about this versatile “fruit,” as tomatoes are classified by science. Tomatoes are everywhere in South Mississippi gardens. There is even a festival celebrating the beloved vegetable/fruit in Crystal Springs, MS (about 100 miles from Hattiesburg) appropriately called the Crystal Springs Tomato Festival held the last Saturday in June. Cooks classify tomatoes as vegetables and most people categorize tomatoes as vegetables. Tomato growers have their own lexicon and think (and maybe even dream) in these terms. Books have been written about this wondrous fruit but we are limited in space so will only discuss two varieties that are proven winners in this area. Ode to the tomato: An ounce of tomatoes (USDA measurements) contains about 5 calories, zero fat, zero cholesterol and only 1 mg of sodium; they are loaded with antioxidants, dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamins. The antioxidants in tomatoes have been proven to be protective against cancers including colon, prostate, breast, endometrial, lung, and pancreatic tumors. Lycopene, along with the carotenoids, in the tomato protect cells from free radicals. Zeaxanthin helps protect eyes from age-related macular disease. Vitamin A, A-carotene, B-carotenes, xanthins and lutein aid the body against lung and oral cavity cancers. Tomatoes are high in Vitamin C and potassium. It could almost be said a tomato a day keeps the doctor away. Continued Next Page
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Fun Tomato Facts:
According to the “Guinness Book of World Records,” 1152 pounds were produced from a single “tomato tree” plant by Walt Disney World in its EPCOT center. Wikipedia.com lists a ‘Delicious’ tomato, grown by Gordon Graham of Edmond, OK in 1986, as the largest single tomato at 7 lbs 2 oz. That’s BIG! Some types of tomatoes: Determinates, sometimes called bush tomatoes, and just like the name says, grow to a determined point and then stop. Determinates’ vines usually don’t need support. Indeterminate vines just keep growing and will need support. Determinates are good for small gardens or container gardens and will produce early tomatoes. Tomatoes come in hybrid and heirloom varieties.
Enemies
Unfortunately, tomatoes have many enemies in the insect and disease world. Leafhoppers, whiteflies, tomato fruitworms, stink bugs, cutworms, slugs, tomato hornworms, tobacco hornworms, aphids, cabbage loopers, flea beetles, red spider mite and Colorado potato beetles. Mildew and blight are the two main diseases faced by this wonderful plant.
Fusarium (F) and Verticillium (V) wilt are common tomato diseases that can destroy you entirecrop. Check the plant’s name; if it has VF after the cultivar name then it possesses resistance against wilts. VFN means the plants are resistant to verticillium, fusarium and nematodes; VFNT adds tobacco mosaic virus to the resistance list. There are many chemical solutions in the garden centers and probably one of the most popular is Sevin® dust (follow use instructions to the letter.) One of most horrendous insect experiences I’ve ever had concerned a white fly infestation of two container tomato plants. I planted two determinate tomato plants in containers and didn’t pay attention to the tomatoes because work was very demanding at the time. The plants developed a terrible white fly infestation, and I only started treating after the plants were almost gone. I lost the tomato plants and the white flies spread to nearby azalea and yaupon holly plants. There are some natural remedies that will help you fight insects. Plant tomatoes with companion plants such as carrots, onions, parsley, Queen Anne’s lace, basil, oregano, starflowers and mint and the other plants will help to scare off tomato predators. I really like Jerry Baker’s line of books because they offer a non-chemical response to insects and diseases. One thing I’ve found about the solutions offered though is that it does take more work and more applications--tradeoffs that will make you, your family, your pets and your environment healthier.
Better Boy Tomatoes
Better Boy tomatoes have been popular among home growers for many years, mainly because they are easy to grow, are disease resistant and very tasty. Better Boys are bright red and can weigh up to one pound. The tomatoes are firm and abundant. You will expect to see tomatoes ready to eat about 75 days from planting.
Celebrity Tomatoes
Celebrity tomato plants are determinate tomatoes, so staking is not required and are good for small or container gardens. Fruits are firm, red and usually weigh up to about 8 ounces. Another great thing about these plants is that they are drought resistant, not drought proof, but resistant. Celebrity plants are highly productive and produce about 72 days from transplanting. Good luck to any gardener, whether you’re an old pro or a newbie. Keep planting and have fun!!! Here’s Hattiesburg! 125
RECREATION
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ational Geographic Adventure magazine listed Hattiesburg as a Top Adventure Town. If golfing is your thing, the Hattiesburg area has been ranked in the top 25% surprisingly edging towns like Honolulu, Tucson, Las Vegas and St. Petersburg/Clearwater. The courses in the Hattiesburg area offer challenges for the duffer and the pro. There are very active tennis leagues available, softball leagues, baseball leagues, football leagues and basketball leagues. An example of a great sports league is the Dixie Youth Baseball. Dixie Youth Baseball built a complex of brand new ball fields at Tatum Park in 2008 and began their league play in 2009. The Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) continues to be one of the largest organizations of its kind in the state of Mississippi. HYSA has 18 full-size soccer fields at Tatum Park and has kids starting at age 4 and up. The Hattiesburg area has walking trails galore and a world-class bike trail called the Longleaf Trace that was created as part of the Rails to Trails program. Currently, the Longleaf Trace is over 43 miles long and the construction to extend the Trace be126 Here’s Hattiesburg!
yond the USM depot into Downtown Hattiesburg. For those that like water sports, there are a good number of lakes and streams. You’ll be able to water ski or canoe or just go boating. In our area, canoeing on the Leaf River, Black Creek, Bouie River, and the Okatoma River has always been popular. Hunters and people who like to fish have always had a love affair with this area because there are plentiful opportunities to bag or catch your limit almost anywhere in the Pine Belt. The Pine Belt’s semi-tropical climate gives active people plenty of sunshine to go out and play. You can play golf or tennis, football or softball, soccer or baseball, walk or bike any time of the year. You’ll never be faced with frostbite in this part of the country. If you’re looking for great recreational parks, you’ll find some great facilities very close to Hattiesburg. The Paul B. Johnson State Park, is named for Mississippi Governor Paul B. Johnson, Sr from Hattisburg. Paul B. Johnson State Park is located just south of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 South. The Paul B. Johnson has Geiger Lake for fishing, ski boats, and swimming. For more information, check out the web site www. mdwfp.com. Camping accommoda-
tions can also be made online. Primitive and developed camping is a big focus of Paul B. Johnson; cabins are also available. Paul B. Johnson State Park has a wonderful hiking trail that will allow to really experience the beauty of this wonderful state park. If you’re into Disc Golf, come to the Desert Fox Disc Golf Course also located at the Paul B. Johnson State Park. The course has played host to the Mississippi State Championships and the world’s largest attendance Ice Bowl tournament. To quote the National Geographic Adventure magazine, “Hit a high note on De Soto National Forest's 41-mile (66-kilometer) Black Creek Trail, which winds along its namesake tannin-rich creek.” The De Soto National Forest is 378,538 acres of pine forests, gently rolling terrain, and the tannin rich, tea-colored streams. Hiking, camping, canoeing, bicycling, ATV riding, horse riding, hunting, and fishing are available at the De Soto National Forest. The Black Creek Trail is only one of the trails in the De Soto. Between the Black Creek Trail Continued Next Page
BOUIE RIVER & LEAF RIVER
RED WOLF ADVENTURES on Black Creek 601-598 2745, www.soggybottomcanoe.com 1651 Highway 29 Brooklyn MS Located in the Black Creek Wilderness Area of the Desoto National Forest, Soggy Bottom offers canoe and kayOKATOMA RIVER ak rentals and shuttle services to one Okatoma River has waterfalls, sand- of the nation’s finest leisure float trips. bars, natural scenery and wildlife; the Okatoma River is the only class 1 (Be- SOUTH MISSISSIPPI CANOE RENTAL 601-544-4207, ginner) whitewater river in Mississippi. www.southmscanoe.com 23 Old Hwy 49 West Brooklyn 39425 The Floating Canoe Rental offers a anoeing utfitters variety of trips on the Leaf River, Bouie River and Red Creek. There is someOKATOMA OUTDOOR POST thing to suit the experienced, as well 601-722-4297, www.okatoma.com as novice paddlers. Day trips or over12 miles N. of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 night trips are available and all are The Okatoma Outdoor Post is a full-ser- within 50 miles of Hattiesburg. vice canoeing outfitter. Day and overTHE FLOATING CANOE RENTAL night canoeing trips are available. 23 Old Hwy 49, Brooklyn Phone: 601.544.4207 SEMINARY CANOE RENTAL The Floating Canoe Rental offers 601-722-4301, a variety of trips on the Leaf River, www.seminarycanoerental.com Bowie River and Red Creek. There is BLACK CREEK (A National Scenic River) 15 miles north of Hattiesburg on Hwy. 49, something to suit the experienced, Black Creek is the only National Sce- located on the Okatoma River Semi- as well as novice paddlers. Day trips nic River in Mississippi. Black Creek runs nary Canoe is a full-service canoeing or overnight trips are available and through the DeSoto National Forest outfitter. Day and overnight canoeing all are within 50 miles of Hattiesburg. and is filled with picnic spots, wildlife, trips are available. Cabins, RV hook- Three canoe minimum. ups, primitive camping. sandbars, and fishing holes. Continued Next Page and the Tuxachanie Trail, these two National Recreation Trails, offer over 60 miles for hikers to explore the piney woods. Other trails on the De Soto include Bethel and Rattlesnake Bay ATV trails, Big Foot horse trail, Leaf hiking trail, and Bethel bicycle trail. Ashe Lake, located in De Soto National Forest is also the location of one of the first handicap-accessible disc golf courses in the whole country. Check out their web site www.fs.fed.us/r8/mississippi/desoto/, call 601-582-6160, or just drive south on Hwy. 49 and you’ll run right into it just a few miles south of Hattiesburg. Also, if you’re interested in giving something back, a fun time is the annual clean up at the Park. Usually held in April, volunteers clean up the park and the river. Call (601) 528-6160. If recreation is a big part of your life, the Pine Belt area is a great place to live!
Both rivers are part of the Pascagoula River system, the Leaf River is nearly 180 miles long and the Bouie River is 60 miles long.
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GOLF COURSES Recreational (SEE GOLF SECTION PAGES 138-142) Leagues & TENNIS Facilities Tennis Courts Hattiesburg
Dahmer Park, 1000 Country Club Rd Kamper Park, 107 S. 17th Ave Tatum Park, 101 Parkway Blvd
City of Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Department
The Athletic Division is responsible for the planning, coordinating and Lumberton administration of all city sponsored Hwy 13, (Across from Dirt Cheap) athletic events conducted at city facilities. A year round athletic program Petal 516 Lynn Ray Rd., Leeville Community is offered through the City Parks and Center. City Park (located across from Recreation Department. There are Tball, Flag Football, Soccer (HYSA), Slow the Petal YMCA) Pitch Softball, Fast Pitch Softball, BasPurvis ketball, Swimming, Junior Golf, Summer College St., Close to the Lamar Co. Arts, Tennis (NJTL), Zooper Day Camp Voc. Tech Center (Zoo), Roundball Express and Tackle Sumrall Football programs that are available Rocky Branch Park, Rocky Branch Road for young people. More information on these leagues is available at 545Pine Belt Tennis Pine Belt Tennis, to promote and de4575. velop the growth of tennis in the Pine Adults also have leagues available Belt, for more information, contact through the City of Hattiesburg Parks www.pinebelttennis.com & Recreation Department. Basketball, Slow Break Softball, Tennis, Swimming Private Clubs and Golf programs are available for Canebrake Country Club, the athletically minded adult. More 601-271-2010 information can be found by calling Hattiesburg Country Club, 545-6682. 601-264-5076 The City of Hattiesburg Parks & RecRacquet Club of Hattiesburg, reation Department is located in the 601-268-2098 Sigler Center at 315 Conti St., 601-545(Not listed here are the many residential 4623. community tennis facilities.) 128 Here’s Hattiesburg!
City Of Petal Recreation Department And Petal Youth Sports Association
Petal boasts an amazing collection of parks and sports programs for a city of its size. Robert E Russell Sports Complex (City Park) located on Hillcrest Loop has finally finished major improvements. This complex currently offers seven ball fields with concession stands, restroom facilities, a walking track, two tennis courts, a playground and a skate park. Relay Park located behind the Civic Center on S. Main St offers a playground, walking track, 4 covered picnic tables, a pavilion and restroom facilities. The picnic areas are available on a first come first serve basis. The pavilion is available first come first serve unless previously reserved. To reserve the pavilion, please call City Hall at 601-545-1776. The City of Petal Recreation Department also hosts many sporting activities. The Dixie Youth Baseball, which is sponsored by the Optimist Club plays at the Optimist Park. Girls’ Slowpitch Softball, sponsored by the Petal Girls Softball Association, is played at the Sunrise Community Center Fields. Youth 8 and under Soccer is sponsored by the Petal Family YMCA and played at Relay Park. Petal Youth Sports Association (PYSA) has a wide slate of sports that they sponsor including football, cheerleadContinued Next Page
ing, baseball, soccer and basketball. PeeWee Football and Cheerleading is held at the Barrontown Community Center Field. Petal Select Baseball is held at the Robert E Russell Sports Complex and Youth Basketball is played at the Middle School Gym. Go to PYSA’s web site for more information. www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.as p?cmenuid=1&url=petalyouthsports& sid=774018233. Address & Phone: 605 Hillcrest Loop, Petal MS 601.554.5440
Palmers Crossing Community Center 225 Tatum Road 601-584-0989
Rawls Springs Community Center 113 Rawls Springs St. 601-268-5530
South Forrest Community Center 2169 Carnes Road 601-582-0322
Sunrise Community Center
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Forrest County Recreational Facilities Barrontown/Macedonia Community Center 610 Herrington Road 601-545-1044
Dixie Community Center Elks Lake Rd. 601-545-3434
Leeville Community Center
516 Lynn Ray Road 601-583-6626
McLaurin Community Center 15 McLaurin Road 601-582-3272
North Forrest Community Center 673 Eatonville Road 601-583-0115
Fishing Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
Sportsman’s License (does not include saltwater fishing)
$32.00
$1.00
$1.29
All Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing (does not include Archery/Primitive Weapon)
$17.00
$1.00
$1.29
Small Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing $13.00
Freshwater Fishing
$8.00 $1.00
$1.29
3-Day Freshwater Fishing
$3.00 $1.00
$1.29
Saltwater Fishing
Senior Saltwater Fishing
Non-Resident Licenses Armed Forces 14-Day Hunting/Fishing Must make application through MDWFP. (Includes Fall Turkey and Archery Primitive Weapon. Does not include Saltwater Fishing)
$1.00
$10.00 $1.00 $5.00 Price
$1.00
$1.29
$1.29 $1.29
Agent Fee Process Fee
$33.00 0 $1.29
Freshwater Fishing
$50.00 $3.00
$1.29
Saltwater Fishing
$30.00
$1.29
$3.00
3-Day Freshwater Fishing
$15.00 $2.00
$1.29
3-Day Saltwater Fishing
$15.00
$1.29
1-Day Freshwater Fishing
$2.00
$8.00 $1.00
$1.29
NOTE: Louisiana residents must purchase both the Freshwater and Saltwater license to fish in the marine waters of Mississippi.
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Hunting Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
Sportsman’s License
(Includes Fall Turkey Permit, Archery/Primitive Weapon - does not include General Crossbow, WMA User Permit or Saltwater Fishing)
$32.00
$1.00
$1.29
$17.00
$1.00
$1.29
$14.00
$1.00
$1.29
$10.00
$1.00
$1.29
All Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing
(Does not include Archery/Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Fall Turkey Permit or WMA User Permit)
Archery/Primitive Weapon
(must be bought in addition to All Game Hunting/ Freshwater Fishing or General Crossbow when hunting during special seasons)
General Crossbow
(Valid only during primitive weapon and gun deer season.) Must be purchased in addition to Sportsman or All Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing and Archery/Primitive Weapon when hunting during special seasons.
Fall Turkey Permit
(Not required with purchase of resident Sportsman License or resident Lifetime Sportsman License. Must be purchased in addition to All Game Hunting/ Freshwater Fishing license to fall turkey hunt)
Small Game Hunting/Freshwater Fishing
$5.00
$1.00
$1.29
$13.00
$1.00
$1.29
$15.00
$1.00
$1.29
$10.00
$1.00
$1.29
Wildlife Management Area User Permit
(Must be purchased prior to ANY use of a wildlife management area and in addition to any other required hunting/fishing license)
Electronic State Waterfowl Stamp
(required with all licenses above for persons 16 years of age and older when hunting waterfowl)
NOTE: All deer and turkey hunters must buy either an All Game Hunting/Fishing or the Sportsman’s License. Non-Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee
Process Fee
Armed Forces 14-Day Hunting/Fishing Must make application through MDWFP. (Includes Fall Turkey and Archery Primitive Weapon. Does not include Saltwater Fishing)
$33.00
0
$1.29
$300.00
$3.00
$1.29
$110.00
$3.00
$1.29
$125.00
$3.00
$1.29
$60.00
$3.00
$1.29
$125.00
$3.00
$1.29
$75.00
$3.00
$1.29
All Game Hunting
(Ages 19 and over - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
Youth All Game Hunting
(Ages 16, 17 and 18 - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
7-Day All Game Hunting
(Ages 19 and over - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon, does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
Youth 7-Day All Game Hunting
(Ages 16, 17 and 18 - does not include Archery/ Primitive Weapon, General Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey permits, or WMA User Permit)
3-Day All Game-Archery/Primitive Weapon (includes Archery/Primitive Weapon - does not include General Crossbow, Spring or Fall Turkey or WMA User Permit)
Archery/Primitive Weapon Permit
(must be bought in addition to All Game Hunting or 7-Day All Game Hunting, or General Crossbow when hunting during special seasons)
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Hunting-Cont'd Non-Resident Licenses
Price
Agent Fee Process Fee
General Crossbow
(Required for hunting deer with a crossbow during primitive weapon and gun deer seasons. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game Hunting or 7-day All-Game Hunting License, and Archery/Primitive Weapon Permit) $20.00
$3.00
$1.29
$30.00
$1.00
$1.29
$5.00
$1.00
$1.29
$20.00
$1.00
$1.29
$20.00
$1.00
$1.29
Small Game Hunting (covers waterfowl)
$75.00
$3.00
$1.29
7-Day Small Game Hunting (covers waterfowl)
$30.00
$3.00
$1.29
Shooting Preserve
$13.00
$0.00
$1.29
$15 .00
$1.00
$1.29
Wildlife Management Area User Permit
(Must be purchased prior to ANY use of a wildlife management area and in addition to any other required hunting/fishing license)
Deer Permit
(Required for hunting deer during all deer seasons. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License.)
Spring Turkey Permit
(Required for hunting turkey during spring turkey season. This licnese must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License)
Fall Turkey Permit
(Required for hunting turkey during fall either-sex seasons. This license must be purchased in addition to All Game, 7-Day All-Game, or 3-Day All Game Hunting License. Fall turkey hunting limited to certain areas)
Electronic State Waterfowl Stamp (required with all licenses above when hunting waterfowl)
NOTE: Louisiana residents must purchase both the Freshwater and Saltwater license to fish in the marine waters of Mississippi
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Photo by Mary Sergeant.
BASEBALL Dixie Youth Baseball
The new Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex is a tremendous facility and Dixie baseball teams have been enjoying the relativel): As evidence of the success of the new digs, a Hattiesburg team won the 8-year old Mississippi State Championship in 2012. The Complex boasts five fields and a main building for meetings and storage, a fence to surround the complex to keep the kids in and undesirables out. It offers state of the art facilities with a 5 field complex with in ground dugouts, warning tracks, and clubhouse. A walk of bricks, with names of contributors engraved on each brick, will be at the park, along with statues of kids playing baseball. The new facility could handle up to 800 players. The Exchange Club of Hattiesburg sponsors Dixie Youth Baseball League. Online registration starts January 1 and lasts through January. Register online at www.hdyb.net/; watch local newspapers for registration dates at the Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex. There’s also a Registration Day held at the park for those not registering online. Registration fees vary. Registration covers the cost of the workers, umpires, referees, batting equipment and baseball fields. 132 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Uniforms are the responsibility of the parent/guardian and can be purchased through the individual teams. Dixie Youth Baseball provides an organized baseball experience for children from the ages of 4-12. Age is determined by the age the child will be as of July 31. With 54 teams registered, ranging in age from 4 year old T-Ball, 5/6 coach pitch, 7/8 coach pitch, 9/10 kid pitch and 11/12 kid pitch. They play at the Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex at Tatum Park. The teams play a continuous batting order and each player must play at least three outs. All-Star play starts in July and, depending on how far the team goes, can go into August. The Hattiesburg Dixie Baseball Leagues have had a great deal of success too. In recent years their 9-12 World Series 2000 winners the 11-12 World Series 2002 runnerups, World Series runner-ups 9/10 in the 2009 Dixie Youth World Series. Contact Info: Phone: 601-545-4459 www. leaguelineup.com/directors.asp?cme nuid=9&url=hdyb&sid=432206175
(Coach Pitch) Cal Ripken, 9-12 Cal Ripken, 13-14 Dixie Boys, and 15-18 American Legion. ASA softball is available for ages 5-8 (Coach Pitch) and ages 9-14. Any child from the surrounding areas can play in the Oak Grove Optimist Park league. Registration is usually held in January or February. Play commences on the closest Saturday to April 1 with opening ceremonies the day before. Games are played at the Optimist Park in Oak Grove close to the corner of Highway 98 and Sandy Run Road (look for the water tower). For more information check the www.oakgroveoptimistclub.com.
Oak Grove Optimist Baseball
101 Parkway Blvd., Web site: http:// www.leaguelineup.com/welcome. asp?url=hdyb for more information.
Oak Grove Optimist Park Baseball started league play in 1996 and is sponsored and managed by the Oak Grove Optimist Club. Over 1100 boys and girls from ages 4-18 play in nearly 100 teams. Age categories are: 4-year old T-Ball (Boys & Girls), 5-8 Buddy Ball
Dahmer Park
1000 Country Club
Jack Cameron Field/ Kamper Park
107 S. 17th St., 601-545-4578
Jaycee Baseball Complex 301 Lurty, 601-545-4679
Larry Doleac Youth Baseball Complex at Tatum Park
PETAL Petal Optimist Park Radke Dr, Petal
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BASKETBALL CE Roy Community Center (outdoor) 300 E. 5th St.
Dahmer Park (outdoor) 1000 Country Club
Eastside Park (outdoor) McNair Recreation Center (indoor) Leauge Play Only 300 N. 12th St., 601-545-4575
Ninth Street Park (outdoor)
City of Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Football Program
The football program sponsored by the Department of Parks & Recreation is for Hattiesburg kids from the ages of 6-12. There is flag football for kids 6-9 and there is tackle football for kids 1012. There are both boys and girls in this program. Registration is normally in August and you can call your school office for more information.
LASER TAG
ROLLER SKATING Extreme Skate Zone
5272 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg, 601.261.5330
Soccer
Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association
The Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association (HYSA) has truly been a local Pineview Park (outdoor) success story. After starting in 1980 with Off of Country Club Rd, close to Hwy 49 S. Laser Mania less than 100 kids, HYSA has grown to 905 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 over 1200 children participating presRuth Brown Park (outdoor) 601.543.0072 ently. President of the HYSA organizaColumbia Ave. tion Mark Wilson says HYSA owes its success to the dedication of its volunteers and the eager enthusiasm of its players and their families. HYSA is a non-profit Hub Lanes organization that works to keep costs 7022 Hwy 49 N., Hattiesburg low through a combination of expense 601.268.2101 control, leveraging of resources among Southern Bowling Lanes Potsie’s Paintball teams, and fund raising. The HYSA pro908 S. Main St., Petal 5674 W. 4th St., Hattiesburg gram supports educating players, par601.582.2703 601-596-5894 ents and coaches while developing They have 2-100x150 obstacle cours- life long friendships. es & 5 acres for Woodsball. Great for Currently HYSA is one of the largest church groups, team building for com- youth soccer organizations in MissisMississippi Youth Football panies, birthday parties and other sippi and the number of boys and girls Conference special events. Rental equipment playing soccer is growing. Our Recre The South Mississippi Youth Football available. Accomodation for airsoft ational Soccer Program forms the foundation of soccer development and Conference has 2500 to 3000 football play also available. currently consists of more than 100 players and almost 2000 cheerleaders teams. As young players grow older Rage Paintball involved in its flag football and tackle (9-10 years old) many of the talented football programs. Tackle football is 5009 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg for children ages 8-12 and teams are 601-579-9722 Continued Next Page made up on the basis of age and weight. HYSA girls soccer game at Tatum Park. Photo by Theresa Frey. There are 90 teams in some 28 different communities such as Dixie, Oak Grove, Petal, Purvis, and Sumrall. The league includes mostly South Mississippi communities but also includes teams from Alabama and Louisiana as well. Games are played just like High School games. There are away and home games. Each team has their own cheerleaders as well as strong parental support. Children have to be 12 years old or younger before September 1. Schools hand out information at the elementary, middle or junior high schools when school begins in the fall. Sumrall: Phone: 601-758-0866 or 601-543-5279 Web site: www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=myf Oak Grove: Mississippi Youth Football Conference www.leaguelineup.com/welcom. asp?url=myf 300 9th St.
BOWLING
Paintball Parks
Football
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players seek a more competitive environment, which is found in our Select Soccer Program. Players seek to play for HYSA because we provide a place for them to optimize their abilities and skills, achieve great success on the field and have fun in the process. Â HYSA teams have a tremendous history of success within the Mississippi Youth Soccer Association, including many State Cup championships, State Cup finalists, and division champions. HYSA teams have competed in and won many tournaments throughout Region III. Players from HYSA have been selected for Olympic Development Program (ODP) teams, are regularly standout performers on their high school teams, with many earning college soccer scholarships. HYSA is a non-profit organization that works to keep costs low through a combination of expense control, leveraging of resources among teams, and fund raising. The HYSA program supports educating players, parents and coaches while developing life long friendships. For more information: www.hysams.org.
Tatum Recreation Park Skateboarding at City Park, Petal. Photo by Mary Sergeant.
101 Parkway Blvd., 601-545-4667
SOFTBALL John Bishop Buckley Softball/ Tatum Park 101 Parkway Blvd., 601-545-4667
Ninth Street Ballpark
300 9th St., 601-545-4569
SWIMMING POOLS Dahmer Park Pool
1000 Country Club, 601-545-4619
McNair Recreation Center 300 N. 12th St., 601-545-4674
Scott Jones Pool/ CE Roy Community Center 300 E. 5th St., 601-545-4583
TENNIS
(SEE TENNIS SECTION PAGE 128)
WATER PARKS Grand Paradise Water Park 50 Grandview Dr, Collins, MS Phone: 601.765.8118 134 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Fitness Centers & Gyms HATTIESBURG
24 7 Fitness Studio LLC, 2902 Hardy Street # 60.................................... 601-268-0707 Anatomies, 120 98 Place Blvd........................................................................... 601-579-9555 Changes Womens Lifestyle Ctr, 14 Hunter Ln..................................................601-579-8535 Crossfit, 208 U.S. HWY. 49.............................................................................. 601-818-0498 Curves, 28 Market Ct # 60.............................................................................. 601-268-2005 Curves, 99 N 25th Ave.......................................................................................601-450-2878 Hattiesburg Fitness, 6142 U S Highway 98 # 30..........................................601-264-5959 Institute for Wellness & Sports Medicine (Wesley Med. Ctr. Campus) 210 Hospital Dr. W..................................... 601-268-5010 No Holds Barred 24 Hour, 427 Weathersby Rd............................................ 601-336-5077 One 80 Fitness, 501 Hardy St.......................................................................... 601-336-5322 Payne Center, (USM campus-For Southern students & staff), 118 College Dr...........601-266-5405 Pure Performance, 6565 U S Highway 98.......................................................601-674-0140 Snap Fitness, 3906 Hardy St # 10..................................................................601-268-3958 YMCA, 3719 Veterans Memorial Dr............................................................... 601-583-4000
PURVIS
Purvis Fitness Center, 5728 US Highway 11, Purvis.......................................601-744-0293
PETAL
Anytime Fitness, 410 Hwy. 42, Petal.................................................................. 601-545-7777 Curves, 1223 Hwy. 42, Ste. 110, Petal Snap Fitness, 1229 Highway 42 # 190, Petal................................................. 601-582-7708 YMCA, 547 Hillcrest Loop Petal........................................................................601-583-9399
SUMRALL
AMR Fitness for Women, 4877 Hwy. 589, Sumrall, MS............................. 601-477-5292
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Biking & Walking
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Barrontown/Macedonia Community Center 610 Herrington Rd.
Beverly Hills Walking Trail Beverly Hills Rd.
C.E. Roy Community Center 300 E. 5th St.
Dahmer Park
1000 Country Club Rd.
Dixie Community Center Elks Lake Rd.
Helen Barnes Walking Trail
Just off the Forrest Co. Ag. H.S. campus by their softball field
Kamper Park 107 S. 17th St.
Lake Terrace Convention Center Photo by Savannah Holmes.
Walking Trails These walking trails are by no means the only walking trails available in Forrest & Lamar Counties. Many real estate developments also have their own walking trails. One of the longest walking trails in the whole state is Long Leaf Trace which is covered in detail in this Recreation section.
Hwy. 49 & I-59
Leeville Community Center 516 Lynn Ray Rd.
McLaurin Community Center 15 McLaurin Rd.
North Forrest Community Center 673 Eatonville Rd.
Palmers Crossing Community Center 225 Tatum Rd.
People’s Park Travillon Rd.
Rawls Springs Community Center 113 Rawls Springs St.
Relay Park
214 S. Main St.
San Antonio Field San Antonio St.
South Forrest Community Center 2169 Carnes Rd.
Sunrise Community Center 388 Sunrise Rd.
Tatum Park
101 Parkway Blvd.
Timberton Complex 601 Helveston
Town Park 100 Main St.
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Canebrake Golf Club Canebrake is a challenging, spectacular and memorable par 71 designed by the legendary Jerry Pate. The private club attracts members throughout the region as well as golfers from all over the nation. The courses unique design, undulating fairways and changes in elevation make it a popular destination for golfers looking for a challenge. The greens are quick, and the greens are true. So bring your short game and you'll quickly understand why Canebrake is the #3 ranked golf course in Mississippi. Playing the Course It's evident the moment you approach the first tee that this is a special place. The 451 par 4 is an undulating stretch of fairway with a formidable bunker to your right. Although Canebrake is aesthetically pleasing - it requires patience, well thought out shots and carefully planned execution. If you work up a sweat on the second hole have no fear, the walk between the 2nd green and the 3rd hole is surrounded by protected wetlands, which drops the temperature by 7 to 8 degrees. So cool off from that Mississippi heat before you hit that next tee shot! The longest par 4 at Canebrake has a huge green, but it's an extremely small consolation. You're hitting slightly uphill on the tee and then it's downhill from there - in more ways than one. The green is big, sure, but tucked behind a dangerous pond. And why stop there? A bunker guards the front of the green on the left, so forget rolling a long second shot up to the pin. You've got to hit this green from the air. The good news, well, it's a big target, and you'll be hitting downhill to it. Plus, there's plenty of room on the backside, so you can feel comfortable using plenty of club on that second (or third) shot. The best way to attack this long hole is to do just that. Attack it. Hit the ball really hard. Then hit it really hard again. A good drive may give you a shot at the green on that second shot. But if not, lay up and pop Continued Next Page 138 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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one close. If you're able to squeeze out par, congratulations. Take it and run. The 18th Hole May be Your Most Formidable Opponent. It's the longest par 4 on the course measuring 464 yards and has a knack of making or breaking your match. If you play this hole well then you deserve a trip to the much less formidable 19th!
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Pine Belt National Golf Course Pine Belt National Golf Course, is a public, 18 hole golf course located in Moselle, Mississippi off of Hwy 59 at Exit 76 between Hattiesburg and Laurel at the airport. The course opened in 1998. The course is a par-72 and plays 6,862 yards from the back tees, with course rating at 70.8 and slope rating is 121. Pine belt national is the most unique golfing experience in the Pine Belt. With the clubhouse, sitting on the highest point in Jones County, at more than 300 feet above sea level. The course has 100 feet of elevation change from clubhouse to the lowest point on the course. The course that was cut out of the rolling piney hills lends different perspectives on each hole. A really enjoyable course layout for golfers of all levels of play. With a friendly staff that will do everything possible to make your outing at Pine Belt National the best it can be. Pine Belt National is for all golfers with very affordable rates and membership packages that are the best in the Pine Belt. Amenities include: driving range, putting green, chipping green, large deck to enjoy the view and also enjoy the food from the grill. Pine Belt National, The Difference in your Golf Experience! 48 Terminal Dr Moselle, Ms 39459 Phone: 601-582-8771
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Pine Creek Golf Club Hole #11 is one of the areas favorites. It is a very challenging Par 3 measuring 190 yards from the Blue Tees. The tee shot requires a forced carry over a wide ravine. Once you get on the green, you had better pay attention. The large, undulating green can give you all the challenge you want. For the ladies, the hole measures 175 yards and plays a little easier as it is a Par 4. Playing uphill makes it a difficult approach shot. Don't let the yardage fool you. There is no guarantee of birdie on this one! Pine Creek Golf Course is the best drained course in the Pine Belt. And our low rates make Pine Creek the best value. We have PGA Professional, Robyn Justin, available for lessons, a fully stocked ProShop, practice area and snack bar. Come see for yourself. We know you will be impressed. For tee times, tournament schedule or lessons, please call us at (601) 794-6427. Here’s Hattiesburg! 141
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Driving Putting Golf Rest./ Bar Bag Cart Range Green Shop Café Rental Rental
SOUTHERN MISS ATHLETICS NCAA DIVISION I T
he Southern Miss Athletic Department competes in thirteen NCAA Div. I sports as part of the C-USA Conference. This has been a banner year for the Golden Eagles. The Southern Miss Golden Eagle athletic teams have proved that USM really is where Champions Play! Southern Miss Football and Southern Men’s Basketball is the ONLY team in NCAA D1 to go undefeated at home in both football and men’s basketball this year. The football team won the Conference USA Championship and finished up with a 12-2 record!!! The Final BCS rankings had the Golden Eagles at #21--the ONLY Mississippi football team nationally ranked in the BCS. The Coaches Poll had Southern Miss at #19 and the AP Poll showed the Golden Eagles at #20. Southern Miss enjoyed non-conference football victories over Virginia, Nevada (Hawaii Bowl) and Navy as well C-USA conference wins over four future Big East teams: Southern Methodist, Central Florida, Memphis and Houston (ranked #6 nationallybefore their loss to USM). The Golden Eagles welcome Ellis Johnson as their new head coach. Coach Johnson has had a highly successful collegiate coaching career coming from the University of South Carolina Gamecocks where he served a the Defensive Coordinator as well as Assistant Head Coach. Known as one of the country’s top defensive strategists, Coach Johnson will bring his own brand of football to a program rich in football tradition. The Southern Miss Golden Eagle Basketball program has a case of March Madness and their 24-7 regular season won loss should earn them a berth at the Big Dance, the NCAA Div. I Men’s Basketball Tournament. 400-gamer winner Coach Larry Eustachy had his Golden Eagles in the Top Twenty in the prestigious RPI power ranking and that should translate into an invitation to NCAA tourney. Besting teams like Arizona State, Ole Miss, Colorado State and South Florida as well as splitting with the well respected University of Memphis basketball team in conference play, USM Men’s Basketball finished in second place behind Memphis in the Conference USA at the end of the regular season. On an individual Continued Next Page
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note, senior Gary Flowers won the coveted Bailey Howell Trophy as the best collegiate player in Mississippi this year, the first Southern Miss player so honored. The Baseball program at Southern Miss under the direction of Coach Scott Berry has a winning tradition and they have been a regular resident in the Top Twenty rankings in the College Baseball national rankings. Their visit to the NCAA College World Series of Baseball a few years ago is a reflection of Southern Miss continuing excellence in the sport. The Southern Miss Men’s Tennis team received its first ranking since 2009 as the Golden Eagles entered the Campbell/ITA Team Rankings. The Southern Miss Track & Field teams have a group of NCAA champion level competitors including the incredible Tori Bowie. There’s Women Soccer, Women’s Basketball, Men and Women’s Golf and Cross Country with a full slate of competition. Southern Miss is looking forward to its future participation in the new league association between the C-USA an the Mountain West Conferences; the new association is expected to have first full year in 2013-2014 season. If you like to see exciting Division I Collegiate athletics, look no further than Southern Miss. Check out the www.southernmiss.com/ web site. Buy your tickets at their web site or call 1-800-844-TICK. 144 Here’s Hattiesburg!
2012 Football Schedule 2012 Basketball Schedule Sept. 1
At Nebraska
Sept. 15 East Carolina
11-1
St. Catharine's College Hattiesburg
11-6 Charleston (WV)
Hattiesburg
11-10 Western Kentucky
Hattiesburg
11-27 Denver
Hattiesburg
12-15 Grambling St.
Hattiesburg
Oct. 20 Marshall-Homecoming
12-31 William Carey
Hattiesburg
Oct. 27 At Rice
1-03 Dillard
Hattiesburg
1-12 Houston
Hattiesburg
1-19 UAB
Hattiesburg
1-23 Marshall
Hattiesburg
2-09 Memphis
Hattiesburg
2-13 Tulane
Hattiesburg
2-20 UTEP
Hattiesburg
3-2 East Carolina
Hattiesburg
3-9 UCF
Hattiesburg
Sept. 22 At Western Kentucky Sept. 29 Louisville Oct. 6
Boise State
Oct. 13
at UFC
Nov. 3
UAB
Nov. 10
At SMU
Nov. 17
UTEP
Nov. 24 At Memphis
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Calendar of Events September 2012-August 2013
SEPTEMBER 2012
OCTOBER 2012
Sept 6, 13, 20, 27
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 Oct 2, 2012 Oct 3, 7pm
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm; Downtown Farmers Market, Town Square Park
Sept 1, 7pm Sept 1-3
Sept 8 Sept 13, 8pm
Sept 14-15 Sept 15, 3:30pm Sept 20-23 Sept 22, 6pm
Sept 28, 7pm, Sept 28, 7pm Sept 28-30
Sept 29, 7pm
Downtown Farmers Market, Enjoy locally grown produce from some of your favorite vendors. Support your local Farmers Market! Men’s Soccer, MidAmerica Nazarene University at William Carey University WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattiesburg. Great Southern Stampede Barrel Race, held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, 962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, 601.583.7500 Tractor Pull, Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS Corey Smith Concert, Named one of coun try music’s hottest new artists by “Country Weekly” and “Music Row” magazines. HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888. High School Rodeo, Lamar County MultiPurpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS East Carolina Pirates at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus. Dixie Region Team Penning Finals, held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County MultiPurpose Center, Hwy. 49 S near U.S. Hwy 98 Gospel Benefit Concert featuring Gay PolkPayton & Fred Varnado, proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity & R3SM, Tickets General: $50; Premier: $100, Saenger Box Office: 601-584-4888 Men’s Soccer, Lee University vs. William Carey University, WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattiesburg Men’s Soccer, Lee University vs. William Carey University, WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattiesburg 25th Annual Mississippi Pecan Festival. The festival boasts over 250 booths and also provides bluegrass and gospel music entertainment. Six miles south of Richton, MS, on Wingate Road. 601-964-8201 Louisville Cardinals at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm; Downtown Farmers Market Town Square Park
Oct 4, 7:30pm
Oct 5, 5pm-7pm
Oct 5-7
Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6, 11am–4pm
Oct 12
Downtown Farmers Market, All Aboard! Sculpture Exhibit @ Train Depot Men’s Soccer, Spring Hill College vs. William Carey University, WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattiesburg USM Symphony Season Opening Night: Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg with the Symphony Orchestra, USM campus at the Bennett Auditorium Live@Five, at Town Square Park. Enjoy an evening filled with music, food and fun for all ages. Live @ Five is a free concert series that takes place every Friday evening in April and October. Mobile Street Renaissance Festival, Most events held between 4th St. & 7th St. on Mobile, Downtown Hattiesburg. On one end of Mobile listen to some uplifting Gospel music and on the other end listen to great Rhythm & Blues. If you don’t go for anything else, check out the barbeque—it is great barbeque!!! With Arts, Crafts and Food Booths, the Sho’ Nuff Good Barbecue Cookoff, an Art Show & Exhibition, Children’s Village and a Hop Contest Time TBA, Boise State Broncos at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus Tractor Pull, Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS Oktoberfest, held at St. John Lutheran Church, The German oompah band sets a festive mood for great food! Bring your ap petite because there is a lot of food bratwurst, sausages, sauerkraut, potato salad and rolls. You can eat there or buy a plate to go. Don’t forget to buy some bread or German pastries for your ride home. 2001 Hardy St., Hattiesburg, 601.583.4898 Starts at 5 pm, Live@Five, at Town Square Park. Enjoy an evening filled with music, food and fun for all ages. Live @ Five is a free concert series that takes place every Friday evening in April and October. Continued Next Page
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Oct 25-31 Oct 26, 5pm-7pm
Oct 27
Oct 29 October 31
ZooBoo Spooktacular, Hattiesburg Zoo, 107 South 17th Ave, 601-545-4576 Live@Five, at Town Square Park. Enjoy an evening filled with music, food and fun for all ages. Live @ Five is a free concert series that takes place every Friday evening in April and October. Petal Fall Festival features live musical entertainment by local, regional and national artists. Food vendors, children’s events, an antique car show, pet contest and dunking booth help to round out the day. In the evening hours live musical talent will entertain. Willie Hinton Park, 119 West 8th Ave, Petal, -sponsored by the City of Petal, 601.545.1776 Conference USA (C-USA) Cross Country Championships, held at USM, Hattiesburg Trunk or Treat at the Hut, Sponsored by the Hattiesburg Jaycees, 208 Hutchinson Ave.
NOVEMBER 2012 Nov 1, 7:30pm
Oct 13
October Fest in New Augusta is held at the McCoy Park. The Preservation and Multi-Cultural Improvement Organization sponsors this annual event for the purpose of restoring the Historic McCoy House. October Fest is free to the public, is a funfilled day for the entire family with great music and food! Oct 13 All Breed Open Show, Lamar County MultiPurpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS Oct 13 Fall Art Walk, The Art Walk features local art, music and food for people to enjoy. It’s a pleasant evening and many people com bine the night with dinner and/or drinks before or after Art Walk. Many shops, restaurants and boutiques extend their hours to accommodate the people who attend. Oct 16 & 19, 7:30pm “Die Fledermaus Opera” at Parkway Heights United Methodist Church (2420 Hardy Street), sponsored by USM Symphony Orchestra 601.266-4001 Oct 17, 7pm Auburn University (Montgomery) vs. William Carey University, WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattiesburg Oct 19, 7pm The Miss William Carey University Pageant will be held in at the Smith Auditorium in the Thomas Fine Arts Center, WCU campus, Hattiesburg, MS. Oct 19, 5 pm-7pm Live@Five, at Town Square Park. Enjoy an evening filled with music, food and fun for all ages. Live @ Five is a free concert series that takes place every Friday evening in April and October. Oct 20, 7pm Faulkner University vs. William Carey University, WCU Soccer Field, WCU campus, Hattieburg Oct 20, 6pm Marshall Thundering Herd at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus Oct 23, 7pm
Oct 25
The Winters School of Music presents “The Main Event: Carey Company and Friends” on Tuesday, October 23 at 7 p.m. in Smith Auditorium, Thomas Hall (Fine Arts Center), WCU campus, Hattiesburg PCS Fall Festival, held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, 962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, 601.583.7500
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Musica Classica, Music of Mozart and Bach, Bennett Auditorium on the USM campus Nov 3, 6:30pm UAB Blazers at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus Nov 6-9 Holiday Ramblers, Lamar County MultiPurpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS Nov 11 Downtown Hattiesburg, Veterans Day Parade, 9 a.m. Hardy St. at Public Library to Veteran’s Memorial Park, corner Hardy & Pine Nov11-13, 7:30pm String Chamber Music Concert at USM campus, Marsh Auditorium, 601.266.4718 Nov 12, 9 am Veterans Day Parade, held in Downtown Hattiesburg. Parade normally starts at the Main Fire Station (N. Main St. & McLeod) and ends at the Veteran’s Memorial Park just in time for the Veteran’s Day program, which begins at 10 am. Nov 15-17, 7:30pm, Matinee, Hattiesburg Civic Nov 18, 2pm Light Orchestra (HCLO) presents the delight ful musical, Legally Blonde, that tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her exboyfriend Warner. She discovers how her knowledge of the law can help others, and successfully defends exercise queen Brooke Wyndham in a murder trial. Saenger Theater, Downtown Hattiesburg, go to Hattiesburg Saenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888 Continued Next Page
Nov 15, 7pm
William Carey University presents its [WCU] Thanksgiving Concert. Nov 17 UTEP Miners at Southern Miss Golden Eagles Football, M. M. Roberts Stadium, USM campus Nov 24-25 Great Hattiesburg Gun & Knife Show, held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, Hwy. 49 S. near U.S. Hwy 98 Nov 26 – Dec 13 The 2012 South Mississippi Art Association Juried Exhibition of Watercolors and Sculpture at the Lucile Parker Gallery at William Carey University, WCU Campus, Hattiesburg Nov 27-29 at 7:30pm Just Over the Rainbow Theatre (JORT) will present Altar Boyz, the story of a Christian boy band trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. The Saenger Theater, Downtown Hattiesburg. For more information go to http://jortonline.org/ or call 601.583.7778
DECEMBER 2012
JANUARY 2013 Jan 17, 7pm
Dec 1
Petal Christmas Parade, Downtown Petal, Sponsored by the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce Dec 1, 3pm Hattiesburg Christmas Parade, Downtown Hattiesburg, Sponsored by the Hattiesburg Jaycees, www.hattiesburgjaycees.org/ or 601.336.0527 Dec 4, 7:30pm Symphony Season: Holiday Choral Spectacular at Main Street Baptist Church sponsored by USM Symphony Orchestra 601.266.4001 Dec 6, 7:30pm Jingle Bell Jazz, at the Thirsty Hippo, Contact Lawrence Panella 601.266.4047 Dec 8 Holiday Art Walk, Downtown Hattiesburg, sponsored by the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, downtownhattiesburg.com or 601.583.4329. The Art Walk features local art, music and food for people to enjoy. It’s a pleasant evening and many people combine the night with dinner and/or drinks before or after Art Walk. Many shops, restaurants and boutiques extend their hours to accommodate the people who attend. Dec 8 36th Annual South Mississippi Art Association Art Show, for more info. www.southmsart.org Dec 8-9, 5pm-9pm Victorian Candle Lighting, Downtown Hattiesburg. Dec 8 Tractor Pull, Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center, 43 Central Industrial Row, Purvis MS Dec 8-9 36th Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas, Downtown Hattiesburg, sponsored by the Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, downtownhattiesburg.com or 601.583.4329 Dec 13, 14, 15, 7pm The WCU Theatre Department will present “How the Badger Saved the Sun.” Reservations required. Call the box office, 601.318.6221, reservations accepted beginning December 10. Dec 13-14, 7pm Carey Christmas Festival, “Keyboards and Cabaret” and on December 15, 2 p.m. in Smith Auditorium, Thomas Fine Arts Center; for more information, 601.318.6175 Dec 18, 7pm The Winters School of Music will present A Carey Christmas Festival-Sounds of the Season. Call 601.318.6175 for more information. Dec 28-31 New Year’s Barrel Race, James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center, Hwy. 962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, 601.583.7500
Jan 22-25 and 28-31, 1pm-4pm Jan 26
The Winters School of Music presents international pianist Mark Valenti in concert at Smith Auditorium; call 601.318.6175 for more information An Art Exhibit by artists Claudia Cartee, Amanda Lovitt Call, and Barbara Ann Carver-Hunt, Lucile Parker Gallery, WCU campus, Hattiesburg, MS (estimated date, not set) Mardi Gras Parade, last years route started at W. 7th St & Hwy 49 frontage road around USM and ended at Hardy & 38th St. ContacT hburgmardigrasparade@yahoo.com for more information.
FEBRUARY 2013 Feb 10, 1:00pm Feb 14, 7:30pm Feb. 15, 16
MARCH 2013 March 1-2
March 1, 2 & 4, 7:30pm March 7-10 and March 14-16
March 16
March 21, 7:30pm March 28, 7:30pm
All-South Honor Band, Bennett Auditorium, USM Campus, Sponsor, University Bands, 601.266.4990 A Musical Valentine, Bennett Auditorium, USM Campus, Symphony Orchestra, 601.266-4001 Southern Miss Coca-Cola Classic Rodeo, the “Greatest Show on Dirt,” held at the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County MultiPurpose Center, 962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, 601.583.7500
Southern Miss High School Track & Field Invitational, USM Track, USM Campus Sweeney Todd, musical, Mannoni Performing Arts Center, 601.266.6121 Just Over the Rainbow Theatre (JORT) performs The Dixie Swim Club at the Petal Arts & Humanities Complex 122 S George Ave, Petal MS. The Dixie Swim Club is the story of five Southern women who met on their college swim team and years later try to recharge those relationships. For more information go to http://jortonline.org/ or call 601.583.7778 Irish Italian Festival Hattiesburg, there is a 5k race, a parade, great food and great music. Last year’s king was Ralph Torelli, the colleen (queen) was Deanna Farve and Bob Hoskins was the parade’s grand marshal. The parade has about 60 floats and goes down W. 4th St. Contact Kimberly.Busche@usm.edu 601.264.5192 for more information. Wind Ensemble Concerto Concert, Bennett Auditorium, USM Campus, 601.266.4990 USM Symphony Season: Mahler Symphony No. 5, Bennett Auditorium, USM Campus, 601.266-4001 Continued Next Page
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APRIL 2013
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm; Downtown Farmers Market, Town Square Park; April 4, 11, 18, 25 April 13
April 5, 5pm-7pm
April 5-6
April 6
April 8-10, 8pm April 11, 7:30pm
Spring Art Walk, The Art Walk features local art, music and food for people to enjoy. It’s a pleasant evening and many people combine the night with dinner and/or drinks before or after Art Walk. Many shops, restaurants and boutiques extend their hours to accommodate the people who attend. Live@Five, at Town Square Park. Enjoy an evening filled with music, food and fun for all ages. Live @ Five is a free concert series that takes place every Friday evening in April and October. LumberFest, Lumberton The festival starts off with a parade, but there a lot of reasons to enjoy yourself including great music, crafts and great food. There is a Children’s Beauty Contest, children’s games, and don’t forget the wood-sawing demonstrations. Bring your families because there is plenty to do for the whole family! More information call 601-688-5050. HubFest, Downtown Hattiesburg MS. With a conglomeration of art, music and food, there’s without a doubt something for everyone. An added attraction is the Children’s Village featuring games to entertain children of all ages; visit the Children’s Art Show featuring artwork from area schools. Guests can also enjoy a variety of sanctioned events, which are events hosted by other organizations to help celebrate in the fun, going on the week before and during HUBFEST. Sponsored by The Area Development Partnership (The ADP), 601.296.7500. String Chamber Music Concert, Marsh Auditorium, USM Campus, 601.266.4718 Concert Choir, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 601.266.4092
April, 12, 5pm-7pm Live@Five, at Town Square Park April 12, 7:30pm, William Carey University’s Winters School of April 13, 2pm Music will present “Kiss Me Kate” in Smith Auditorium, WCU campus, Hattiesburg, MS. For more information, call 601.318.6175. April 18, 7:30pm USM Concert Band, Bennett Auditorium, 601.266.4990 April, 19, 5pm-7pm Live@Five, at Town Square Park April 20 Downtown Crawfish Jam, Music Festival and Crawfish Boil to benefit the Walthall Foundation. Held at the Walthall Grounds (600 Walnut Street). Stay for a meal or the whole day; there will be music, food and fun for the entire family. April, 26, 5pm-7pm Live@Five, at Town Square Park
MAY 2013
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm Town Square Park; Downtown Farmers Market, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 2, 7:30pm
USM Symphony: Future Stars & Belshazzar’s Feast Silver Season Double-Header Finale, performed at Main Street Baptist Church, 11 Main Street Blvd, Hattiesburg, 601.266-4001 May 16-18, 7:30pm, Matinee, The Hattiesburg Civic Light May 19, 2pm Orchestra (HCLO) presents Big River, a musical based on Mark Twain’s classic 1884 novel, “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” The music in the show is of the bluegrass and country & western style to reflect the setting of the novel. Saenger Theater, Downtown Hattiesburg, go to HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888. May 22-26 Conference USA (C-USA) Baseball Championship, Trustmark Park - Pearl, MS
JUNE 2013
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm Town Square Park; Downtown Farmers Market, June 6, 13, 20, 27 June 8-22
FestivalSouth® is Mississippi’s only multi-week, multi-genre arts festival, offering both free and ticketed events to local residents and cultural tourists. Musical offerings include classical, blues, jazz, gospel, and Broadway events. Ongoing art and sculpture exhibits draw visitors to Downtown Hattiesburg. The Arts Market brings local craftsmen, artisans, and tourists together under one roof. Classical and modern ballet events bring exciting movement to the festival. Keep your appetite in check with food, glorious food, from eateries all over town.
JULY 2013
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm Town Square Park; Downtown Farmers Market, July 4, 11, 18, 25 July 22-27
July 4 July 26 & 27
AUGUST 2013
Miss Hospitality Pageant. Some of Mississippi’s best and brightest young ladies will take the stage in competition for the title of 2013 Mississippi Miss Hospitality – a title that comes with a ticket to travel across the state and the responsibility of promoting the state’s economic development and tourism programs. Sumrall’s July 4th Parade, Auction & Fireworks. Lions Park, Sumrall, MS, 601.758.3591 (Est. date), Lamar County Bluegrass Fest, held at the Lamar County Community Shelter, 99 Industrial Parkway, Purvis, MS, e-mail: bluegrass@lamarcounty.com, 601794-3406
Every Thursday, April through October, 3–6 pm Town Square Park; Downtown Farmers Market, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
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Historic Downtown Hattiesburg Walking Tour
Our Tour Starts At The Cultural Center Located At 723 Main Street. (Use The Door At The Back Of The Building To Enter). The Cultural Center Is Not Only The Tour’s Starting Point, But Also A Source Of Information As It Houses The Offices Of The Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association, Located On The Second Floor, The Hattiesburg Arts Council, Also Located On The Second Floor, And The Hattiesburg Area Historical Society & Museum (Call 601-582-5460 For Hours) Located On The First Floor. This Walking Tour Will Take Place In The Hub City Historic District, Which Is On The National Register Of Historic Places.
1. The Cultural Center, (723 Main St.)
The Cultural Center
Built in 1929-30 in the Italian Renaissance style. The two-story brick building has a hip roof of red tiles. The main entrance is on the 2nd floor (use the back door to enter the building) and the round arch bays at this level features keystones. The building was first used as the Hattiesburg Library. (The Tatum Mansion was originally located kitty corner from the Cultural Center. Unfortunately, the mansion was torn down and a fire station now sits where the Tatum Mansion once stood. W.S.F. Tatum, owner of the Tatum Lumber Company (a major player in the lumber industry in early Pine Belt history) built the beautiful mansion.)
The Cultural Center was originally built to be the Hattiesburg Library. Postcard (probably 40's) provided by Larry Johnson
Main Street United Methodist Church
2. MCLEOD HOUSE, (802 Main St.) A landmark in the city since its construction in 1896, this two and onehalf story frame house exhibits all the decorative details that make this style truly the “queen” of Victorian homes. Built in 1896 and renovated in 1985, the building now houses a law firm.
3. MAIN STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCh, (712 Main St.) The cornerstone was laid in 1907 with construction and fund raising completed in 1910. Main Street United Methodist Church was founded in 1833 making it the earliest Methodist Church in Hattiesburg. This Gothic structure includes magnificent stained-glass windows and wood panel interior.
McLeod House
Masonic Temple
4. MASONIC TEMPLE, (700 Main St.) This Neo-Classical structure was recently restored by Forrest County. Built in 1920, the Masonic Temple is a two-story brick building with stone trim. The recessed entrance porch is framed by giant order fluted Doric Columns and topped with a gable roof with pediment of stone. Here’s Hattiesburg! 151
Forrest County Court House
5. FORREST COUNTY COURTHOUSE, (628,630 Main St.) This 1905 Neo-Classical Revival is a one-and-a-half-story masonry structure with a stone base and brick facades highlighted by stone trim. The two-storied balcony is supported by Ionic columns. U.S. Post Office
6. U.S. POST OFFICE, (115 W. Pine St.) This beautiful granite and limestone building was constructed by the WPA in 1933-34. The building’s attributes include a center section with setbacks and hard-edged low relief ornamentation surrounding entrance bays and along the roof edges. Forrest Towers
7. FORREST TOWERS, (128 W. Pine St.)
Forrest Towers was built in 1929 as a hotel—the Forrest Hotel. The building is noted for its stylized decorations including chevron and lozenge moldings, volutes, and giant eagles on the corners of the top floor. The building has been converted to office space but originally served as a very elegant hotel. The Forest Hotel was originally built as an economic development package, along with the Saenger Theatre, to attract rail travelers to spend time in the Hub City. The idea was to provide entertainment in a lavish venue, the Saenger, and lodging in a grand hotel, the Forrest Hotel.
Library
8. Library of Hattiesburg, Petal and ForRest County (329 Hardy St.) Walk west on W. Pine and take a right on Hardy Street to the Library. The Spirit that Builds mural is located in the main section of the Library. Artist William Baggett took three years to complete the mural, which was finished on July 4, 1995. The physical dimensions of the mural are 10 feet high and 167 feet in circumference. The various sections of the mural depict our area’s history. Old Federal Building
9. OLD FEDERAL BUILDING, (200 W. Pine St.) Built in 1910 and placed on the National Register in 1973, this building is of the Italian Renaissance style. The elements of the style, which the building exhibits, include a symmetrIcal façade with recessed entry and full-height columns. The roof is low pitched in the classical mode and has wide overhangs with decorative brackets. In front of the Old Federal Building is the marker located at the exact spot where Captain William Harris Hardy, founder of Hattiesburg, picked the location of Hattiesburg’s railroad station and decided to name the town in honor of his wife, Hattie. 152 Here’s Hattiesburg!
10. HATTIESBURG CITY HALL, (200 Forrest St.)
City Hall
This Neo-Classical Revival government building was built in 1923 and is a state-designated Mississippi Landmark. This three-story brick building is set on a basement of stone blocks, with stone window sills and pediment cornices. The front entrance at the north façade has a two-story pediment portico supported on Doric columns. There was an identical side façade for the east entrance (Front St. side) but that was enclosed in 1962. Saenger Theater
Kress Building
11. THE SAENGER THEATER, (201 Forrest St.)
Built in 1928-29, the Saenger Theater is one of several buildings in the downtown historic district of the Art Deco Style. This elegant 1000-seat movie palace was renovated in 1976 to accommodate the performing arts. The original Robert Morton theater pipe organ is still in use today. Besides the Saenger Theater, which opened in 1929, downtown Hattiesburg had other theaters as well. The Red Circle Auditorium was located across the street from where the Saengeris located and where City Hall now stands. The Strand Theater was located on the north side of East Front St., a half block away from Main St.
12. KRESS BUILDING, (500 Main St.)
Kress was an important part of the downtown commercial scene for many years serving as the “five & dime” store on Main Street. Built in 1940, this three-story tan brick, Art Deco building has intricate glazed terra-cotta, which is found at the cornice between each bay.
Bank Of Commerce
14. BANK OF COMMERCE,
(1st national Bank Of Commerce)
(519 Main St.) The Faulkner Building, early 1910's. Postcard provided courtesy of Larry Johnson.
13. Carter-FAULKNER BUILDING, (Faulkner Building)
(501-509 Main St.) This commercial vernacular style structure was built in 1910 as the Carter Building. The six-story brick “skyscraper” is a focal point of the downtown area. Originally built by a group of physicians for medical offices, this building has cornices supported by pilasters at ground floor. Its upper bays contain paired doublehung windows and are framed by pilasters with Prairie School-style decoration at the capitals.
The original ca. 1907 building has been replaced by a small landscaped courtyard. The point of interest here is the giant order round-arch entrance with keystone surmounted by decorated pediment and monitor cornice—the surviving elements of the original facade. Walk back towards the Faulkner Building (intersection of Main and Front) and cross the street towards McKenzie’s on Main. Go left on Front St.
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15. Legal Services,
(Hattiesburg Trust & Banking Co.)
(Hattiesburg I.O.O.F. Lodge, #27)
17. ROSS BUILDING, (207 E. Front St.) Built in 1907, the Ross Building is a five-story corner building with round-arch corner entrances. The building is embellished with cast iron cornices with dentils and pillar capitals composed of geometric Wright/Prairie-style motifs.
(111 E. Front St.) A Neo-Classical Revival building built in 1907, this two-story row building features a stone finish, marble steps to recessed portico carried on giant order Ionic columns of marble, and a coffered porch ceiling decorated with rosettes.
Ross Building
16. OddFellows Gallery,
(Hattiesburg I.O.O.F. Lodge, #27)
(119 E. Front St.) Another Neo-Classical building built in 1907, this three-story brick row building has a stucco façade, cast-iron pilasters at ground floor corners, round-arch windows in upper exterior bays and paired double-hung windows set in segmental-arch in center bay. 50 - Hattiesburg Trust & Banking Co., Hattiesburg, Miss. Historic Postcard Provided By The Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association.
18. The BOTTLING CO.,
(Hattiesburg Bottling Co.)
(126 Market St.) This building is a prime example of the continuing reconstruction of Historic Downtown Hattiesburg. Formerly a Coca-Cola bottling plant, The Bottling Co., is now an entertainment venue featuring nationally known entertainment. This building has been completely restored and decorated with Coke memorabilia.
Aerial View Of Downtown 1900s 154 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Historic Districts Driving Tour
The Hub City Historic District was covered in the Downtown Walking Tour; we’ll cover the other four districts listed with National Register of Historic Places--Hattiesburg, Oaks, North Main Street and Parkhaven Historic Districts-in our driving tour. The Hattiesburg and Oaks Historic Districts can be fun to walk if you’re in the mood for a healthy jaunt. Go Left on Main Street from the Cultural Center (723 Main St). Go past the second light, go left onto Newman Street (after the tracks). Two blocks down is the (1) Hattiesburg Train Depot, which is part of the Hub City Historic District. The Depot has undergone a complete and beautiful historic restoration and is now open for business. Take Newman St. back to Main and then take a left on E. Laurel. Take an immediate left on Short Bay after the railroad tracks.
Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District This district shows the growth of Hattiesburg from a rural lumbering town to an urbanized regional center. The development (1880-1930) of the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District paralleled the development of the central business district. Two Mississippi governors, Paul B. Johnson, Sr. and Paul B. Johnson, Jr., were among the many prominent people who lived in this district.1 Generous ventilation, necessitated by the warm, humid climate of South Mississippi, is expressed in these buildings’ central hallways, large and numerous doors and windows, high ceilings, and extensive porches—all elements of Southern architecture. Victorian, Colonial Revival, Neo-Classical, Bungalow, and vernacular styles are all present in the district. Examples of Italianate, Tudor Revival, Mission, late Gothic Revival International and Art Moderne are also found, but in lesser numbers.
(4) Dunn House Bed & Breakfast, (102 Short Bay St.)
This high-style, two and one-half story, Queen Anne Victorian house is noted for its heart pine paneling and multiple bay windows.
Bay Street Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Miss.
Dunn House, Now The Dunn House Bed & Breakfast
Bay St. Presbyterian Church Postcard Provided Courtesy Of Larry Johnson
2) The Bay Street Presbyterian Church, (204 Short Bay St)
Built in 1907, this church is the oldest church structure in the city. Its stylistic mixture conveys a Victorian image. The building features striking stained glass windows and a pipe organ that was built specifically for the Bay St. Presbyterian Church by a pipe organ manufacturer that specialized in making theater pipe organs.
(3) Great Oaks (Conner-SARPHIE), (106 Short Bay St.)
Built in 1906 this house is a relatively uncommon subtype of NeoClassical style with its full-height entry supported by huge Ionic columns and lower full width porch with small Ionic columns and circular, corner pavilions. Red tile covers the hip roof, which has a striking front dormer with Palladian windows.
Conner-Sarphie House
Across River Street from the Dunn House is the (5) Polk House, 800 River Ave. Although in disrepair at this time, there are hopes for its eventual restoration. Polk House is a Neo-Classical mansion constructed in 1905 by Abner Polk. Here’s Hattiesburg! 155
Tally House
Ross House
(9) Tally House at 402 Rebecca.
(6) Ross House, (416 Bay St.)
Dr. T.E. Ross and his wife built this wonderful home in 1904. The home boasted three full baths, an elevator and a telephone—all very unique for any home of that era. An interesting thing about Dr. Ross was that he never billed his patients because he thought they would pay when they were able to.
The Tally House features a huge red roof with a symmetrical porch that extends across the entire front of the house and around the side. Gables, arched windows are among the other features of this two and one-half story Colonial Revival house built in 1907. Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Turner House
(7) Turner House, (500 Bay St.), ca. 1910. John Sumrall Turner, owner of J.S. Turner & Co. (a local department store that was located where the Kress building now stands), gave this Classical Revival style house as a wedding present in 1908 to his son James Henry Turner and James’ bride, Annie Harper. The massive Ionic columns you see were added in the 1970’s and were taken from a house in Jackson slated for demolition. Glenmore
(10) Sacred Heart Catholic Church, (313 Walnut St.)
Sacred Heart was originally organized in a frame building constructed in 1900. The brick, Gothic Revival structure you see today was constructed in 1927 at a cost of $ 60,000. Many of the impressive stained glass windows in the church were made in Germany. Continue driving on Walnut St and take a left on Main St.
(8) Glenmore (Bertrand/J. P. Carter) (at 502 Court St.)
Built in 1890, this house is the oldest surviving brick house in the city and the only Italianate style in the district. Constructed of brick walls three courses thick, the house is asymmetrical in shape with gabled roof. A full-width porch stretches along the north face. 156 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Oaks Historic District From Main St., go two blocks to W. Pine St. and turn left. Stay on W. Pine St., go through two stoplights and standing on the corner of 2nd Ave. and W. Pine St. is Trinity Episcopal Church.
(12) Moore House, 409 4th Ave.
This home was built in 1924 for Benjamin D. Moore. This is a good sample of a prestigious house in the Oaks. Some of the highlights are the Tuscan columns, twelve-light sidelights and a paneled door. Pinehurst
In the Oaks Historic District, there is a wide range of styles including Colonial Revival, Mission, Queen Anne, Mediterranean and Craftsman houses. The area developed slowly on tracts of cutover timberland on a grid laid out parallel to the railroad tracks. The Oaks District was mostly residential but early on also possessed two “manufacturers” of ready-cut Craftsman houses--Aladdin Company and the Gordon Van Tine Company. When the district was first being developed, large Queen Anne, Colonial Revival and Mediterranean homes were built on multiple lots. As fewer lots became available, the Craftsman style house built on single lots became dominant. Concart Street has many examples of Craftsman homes. Trinity Episcopal Church
William H. Hardy, Hattiesburg’s founder, chose a site located at (110 Pinehurst St.) to build his Hattiesburg home, which he named Pinehurst. Some of the original pecan and pine trees planted by Mr. Hardy still exist. W. O. Tatum, then president of Tatum Lumber Company, built his house in 1927 (some thirty-three years later) in the same spot; this is the house you see today. The Tatum house, also named (13) Pinehurst, is a Colonial Revival style house with green shutters and buff-colored brick. The colossal Corinthian columns, which support a two-story portico, are a distinctive aspect of the house. The Oaks Historic District was named for its oak trees. Canopies of oaks covered many of its roads which became a trademark of the neighborhood. These water oaks were planted between 1905 and 1915, and unfortunately, some of the trees have started to die now. Take a left onto 6th Ave. to see what many of the streets in the Oaks used to look like.
(11) Trinity Episcopal Church,
A Gothic Revival style church, was built in 1912 and still serves an active congregation. Trinity was modeled after the Knights Templar Church in London.5 The church has a beautiful worship area.
Lambert House
The (14) Lambert House, (915 Adeline StreeT)
built in 1905, is a unique building, difficult to classify as to style. Its symmetrical façade has a full-width porch that wraps on both sides. The curved entry porch is supported by fluted, Corinthian columns. In 1920 C.A. Lambert came to Hattiesburg to oversee the building of the Hercules plant (located on Hwy. 42 Hattiesburg). Mr. Lambert was the manager of the plant from 1921-1953 and was known around the area as “Mr. Hercules”.6 Here’s Hattiesburg! 157
Located kitty corner from the Lambert House is the (15) Chain House, (312 6th Avenue.) This very large house built in 1926 is an outstanding representative of the Mediterranean style in the district.
The (16) Camp House, (809 Adeline St.)
built in 1905, is distinguished by a massive hipped roof. Its asymmetrical façade features a full-width porch with supports of grouped, beveled columns raised to railing height on wood pedestals. Continue for two blocks take a right onto 2nd Ave. Drive two blocks and take a left on W. Pine Street towards downtown. Drive 2 blocks, then veer right onto W. Front (at the light). Take a left onto Main Street, drive to Cultural Center.
North Main Street Historic District The old Hattiesburg High School is located a block (a long block) from the Cultural Center and is part of the North Main Historic District. As the city’s fortunes continued to improve, fine homes were built along both sides of Main Street and also on Columbia Street during the period of 1895 to 1910. The most prevalent architecture of the district is the Queen Anne and Craftsman styles
The (17) Hattiesburg High School, 848 Main St., ca. 1921, a Tudor Revival, is currently undergo-
ing a complete rehabilitation and will eventually serve as a part of the University of Southern Mississippi’s Art & Design Department. The school was designed by local architect Robert E. Lee and built by contractor C.O. Eure. The building is a Mississippi Landmark and is also individually listed on the National Register.
(18) Montague House at 1028 Main.
The Montague House is a large Colonial Revival house built in 1900 by A.A. Montague and family. The entrance porch is circular on the south end and has paired Ionic columns and wood railings on the first and second level. Inside the house is amazing heart pine floors, an impressive foyer and some massive pocket doors. A.A. Montague opened an insurance agency in 1893 on Main Street. That business is still in operation as Montague, Sigler & Ferrell, now located on W. Pine Street.7
(20) Rogers (Smith-Ott) House, (1122 Main St.) ca. 1917.
This Mediterranean style home was originally built for lumberman William A. Rogers and his wife Hattie. Principle features include a low pitched pyramidal roof, asymmetrical façade dominated by porches on both stories and massive square or rectangular piers of masonry used to support porch roofs (common on such high-style examples of this type).
(21) 6th St. USO Building.
This building now serves as the African American Military Museum. This is the last surviving African American USO building in the country. Go right onto E. 6th St. At the second stop sign take a right onto Mobile St. Drive to the stoplight and take a right onto E. 2nd. Go two blocks up to the stop sign and take a left on Jackson which will bring you back to the Cultural Center. 6th St. USO Building Now Serves As The African American Military Museum
Montague House
High School, Hattiesburg, Miss.
(19) Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
Originally this was Main Street Baptist Church which was built in 1913 on this spot. Main Street Baptist built the building you see today in 1942 after fire destroyed the original church building. Postcard To Left: The Existing Old Hattiesburg High School Structure Served As A High School From 1921 To 1959. It has Also Been Used As Offices For Hattiesburg School District And For Private Business. The Last Tenant Left In 2001. Postcard Provided Courtesy Of Larry Johnson.
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Attractions CHAIN GARDEN, THE
William Carey University, Hattiesburg, 601-318-6192 William Carey University is home to this garden that features plants native to South Mississippi and to India. Free admission.
DANFORTH CHAPEL AND CHAPEL PLACE
USM Campus, Hattiesburg, 601-266-4491 Chapel Place, located in the center of the USM campus adjacent to Danforth Chapel, is the resting spot for a 60-foot, 23-ton, 11 million-year-old petrified hardwood tree. Danforth Chapel is used for religious services and weddings.
DESOTO NATIONAL FOREST
Parkhaven Historic District
Take a left from the Cultural Center onto Main St. Go right on W. Pine St. and go two blocks. Take a right onto Hardy St. You’ll go through five stoplights. Drive one more block and go left on 22nd. Go under the Parkhaven Neighborhood Arch and you’re now in the Parkhaven Historic District.
(22) M. M. Simmons House located at (203 22nd Avenue) This two-story house is a brick Spanish Eclectic with Tudor Revival characteristics. The second story has pointed arch fixed pane windows and a tower with a tent roof. M.M. Simmons started Parkhaven as a planned subdivision in 1922, just seven years after the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. The Panama-California Exposition first exposed Americans to the fascinating Spanish Eclectic style. Mr. Simmons must have been very taken with that style because Parkhaven possesses the largest intact collection of Spanish Eclectic cottages in Mississippi (fourteen). The Parkhaven District is characterized by small to medium sized houses of brick and stucco, many with tile roofs. The houses are set on large lots with sidewalks, and many with deep setbacks. Mature plantings including semi-tropical specimens fill the spacious yards and well-developed gardens of this planned subdivision.
(23) J.F. Brown House, (109 21st Ave.)
The J.F. Brown House, built in 1925, is one-story house stucco clad Spanish Eclectic with multiple gables. An off-center wood panel door and a partial–width porch with roof and stucco clad piers also adorn the exterior. Continue on 21st Ave. until you come to Hardy. Take a right to go downtown, take a left to go towards I-59. Primary sources for this article include: the U.S. Dept of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Registration Form for Historic Neighborhoods and Historic Buildings; “Historic Hattiesburg “The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods”, City of Hattiesburg, 1990; and “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000. 1”Historic Hattiesburg The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods, City of Hattiesburg, 1990. 2 “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Are Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000, page 383. 3”Historic Hattiesburg The History and Architecture of Hattiesburg’s First Neighborhoods, City of Hattiesburg, 1990. 4 “The History of Forrest County Mississippi”, compiled by the Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Volunteers, ©2000, page 31. 5 Ibid, Page 35., 6 Ibid, Page 306., 7 Ibid, Page 347.
25 miles south of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49, 601-928-4422. Offices are open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mississippi’s largest national forest, the DeSoto, covers more than 500,000 acres. Its “piney woods” of longleaf, ash and loblolly pine cover gently rolling terrain. Fishing, hiking, hunting, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, and backpacking are available at the DeSoto National Forest. There are winding streams, slow moving most of the year, which form the wet bottomlands that grow excellent hardwood. These are “black-water” streams, tinted by tannic acid from decaying vegetation on the forest floor. This is where the Black Creek flows, renowned for its 40-mile float trip, hiking trail and wilderness. There are wide, white sandbars for camping and picnicking and quiet pools for fishing. Big Creek and Fairley Bridge landings serve as the end points for both the float trip and the Black Creek National Hiking Trail.
FARMER’S MARKET
Held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. 12:00 noon. Produce, crafts, canned goods, woodworking, homemade baked goods, herbs, and plants are sold by local farmers and craftspeople. Located off the corner of 8th & Corrine St. in downtown Hattiesburg. Call 601-5456083 for information.
FLINT CREEK WATER PARK
1216 Parkway, 25 miles South of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49 in Wiggins, (800) 748-9403 or 601- 928-3051. Flint Creek Water Park is one of 8 R.V. parks owned and operated by the Pat Harrison Waterway District. Flint Creek is located just off of Highway 29 in Wiggins, Mississippi. The park is comprised of 1,900 total acres and features a 650acre lake. The lake is stocked with catfish, crappie, bream, and large-mouth-bass. The lake is also a favorite for boating, water skiing, and swimming. Aluminum fishing boats are available for rent on a first-come-first-serve basis. Flint Creek is also famous for “Watertown USA.” Watertown features 4 giant waterslides and a kiddy pool for the toddlers. The waterslide facility is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Landlubbers can enjoy camping, picnicking, and fishing all year long. With 152 R.V. campsites, 34 vacation-style cabins, and 12 camp houses, Flint Creek can accommodate all your overnight recreational quests. R.V. campers can enjoy swimming at the exclusive campground beaches and or simply enjoy nature with a stroll along the nature trail. Flint has a spacious picnic area complete with tables and barbeque grills and a public swimming area. Flint Creek can also accommodate large family gatherings by way of 2 open-air-pavilions and a Lodge Hall. For more information regarding Flint Creek Water Park visit the website at www.phwd.net. Here’s Hattiesburg! 159
Hattiesburg Zoo Photos by Dan Roberts
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ne of only two zoos in Mississippi, the Hattiesburg Zoo helps to define the uniqueness so many visitors enjoy about Hattiesburg. The Zoo’s animal collection includes more than 55 species of animals spread over five continents. Explore South America and discover llamas, lemurs, howlers and the jaguar. Climb to the highest outlook in Asia and growl with the tiger or stretch your neck with the emu from Australia. Tread across the Mississippi Swamp. Safari through the wide plains of the African Veldt where zebras, ostrich and eland run, while servals and guenon linger nearby. Journey into an underground tunnel to say “hello” to the prairie dogs. Take a ride around the Zoo on the train, twirl on the carousel or cool down at the splash pad. With exciting animal encounters, keeper chats, educational classes and plenty of visitor resources, the Hattiesburg Zoo offers a new adventure every day.
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ZOO ADMISSION:
Adults (13 & over) - $5.00 Senior Citizens & Military - $4.00 Under 2 years old - Free Children Ages 2-12 - $3.00 Hattiesburg Zoological Soc. (w/membership card & ID) - Free Reciprocating Zoos and AZA Members (with membership card & ID) - Free Train & Carousel Tickets (per ride/per person) - $2.00
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Monday - Closed Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
THE ZOO IS OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK. Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & New Year's Day 107 South 17th St. Hattiesburg 601-545-4579
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HATTIESBURG BLACK SOX
The Black Sox started out 2010 in fine form by winning there first 10 games. There’s nothing like sitting in a nice park with a hot dog and a drink and watching great baseball action. The Black Sox have consistent tournament winnings. They have also been successful in championship games with regional and national titles under their belt. They will play over 50 games for the 2010 season. All games are played at Smokie Herrington Park at Hattiesburg High School. For more information call 601-454-4713 or go to www.facebook.com/pages/Hattiesburg-MS/ HATTIESBURG-BLACK-SOX-OFFICIALPAGE.
HUB CITY DRAGWAY This IHRA-sanctioned track features tire-screeching, high-powered racing. The races start in February and continue through to November. The nationally known Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Race normally attracts about 15,000 people. 331 Eatonville Rd (Take Exit 69 off I-59) Hattiesburg, MS. For more information about specific events, call 601-545-3724 or go to www.hubcitydragway.com/.
KAMPER PARK Corner of Hardy Street & 17th Ave., 601-545-4576 Home of the Hattiesburg Zoo, David Anthony Tennis Complex, Exchange Club baseball fields, and a walking and exercise area, this park features a covered pavilion, playgrounds and picnic areas. Open dawn to dusk. Free admission.
LITTLE BLACK CREEK WATER PARK Located between Purvis and Lumberton, off I-59, (800) 748-9403. Little Black Creek Water Park is one of 8 R.V. parks owned and operated by the Pat Harrison Waterway District. Little Black is located just off Interstate 59 between the towns of Lumberton and Purvis, Mississippi. For a day of fun,
the park has a picnic area complete with tables and barbeque grills. Family picnic pavilions and a lodge hall are also available for rent. The park’s 640-acre lake is stocked with plenty of catfish, crappie, bream, and largemouth-bass. Visitors to Little Black can also enjoy spacious R.V. sites that are available for rent. The park offers 101 R.V. sites, 8 of which are pull-through sites. The R.V. sites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis and/or by reservations. Additionally, the park offers 20 vacation-style rental cabins and a camp store. Overnight guests can obtain a permit to fish for their dinner in “Lake Catch A-Lot,” a pond stocked with channel catfish. For more information regarding Little Black Creek Water Park, visit the website at www.phwd.net
PAUL B. JOHNSON STATE PARK 15 miles south of Hattiesburg Just off Hwy. 49 S., 601-582-7721 The Paul B. Johnson State Park has a
300-acre lake with cabins, group facilities, camping, nature trail, paddleboats, canoe and boat rentals, and fishing. Picnic area has shelters and six large pavilions. Visitors Center offers game room, restrooms and available meeting and banquet space. Call for fees.
PEP’S POINT AMUSEMENT PARK
6 miles North of Hattiesburg off Hwy. 49, 601-582-8461 A spring-fed lake provides the setting for water slides, swimming, picnic area, and camping with waterfront sites. Some other attractions available include bumper boats, paintball field, cabins and pavilions. Miniature golf, paddleboat rentals, sandy beach, basketball and volleyball courts, refreshment center and game room are also available at Peps. Open second week of May through second week of September, seven days a week.
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
Downtown Hattiesburg This park serves as a memorial to people from our area that served or lost their lives in military service. With its fountain and green space, it is a popular gathering place for downtown events.
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Convention, Multi-Purpose & Visitor’s Centers
Lake Terrace Convention Center
Hattiesburg Lake Terrace Convention Center It’s a place where impeccable facilities and an exceptional staff create a natural distinction among event venues. It’s a meeting locale where state-of-the-art accommodations are amplified by the native beauty of the surrounding lake and landscape. This fusion of comfortable amenities and comprehensive services is the essence of the Lake Terrace Convention Center. With over 68,000 square feet of space spread over a myriad of meeting and exhibit halls, conference rooms and gathering space, Lake Terrace provides premier, multifunctional facilities capable of handling your next event, large or small. July 2009 marked eleven years Lake Terrace has been serving the Southeast with excellence. From elegant dinners to multi-faceted conventions, the professional and experienced staff is second to none in providing quality as well as service. Meeting planners agree and have voted Lake Terrace as Best of the Best in the ConventionSouth Reader’s Choice Awards on five separate occasions. This award-winning, multipurpose meeting and convention facility is situated in a beautiful 32-acre park-like setting and is located within 90 minutes of 80 percent of Mississippi’s population. Modern in design and technology, Lake Terrace overlooks an attractive two-acre lake and terrace that can accommodate a variety of outdoor functions. Lake Terrace Convention Center is a Hattiesburg Convention Commission Facility. Since 1991, the Hattiesburg Convention Commission has been developing, operating and promoting tourism-related facilities for the Hattiesburg area. For more information visit www.HattiesburgConventionCommission.com.
Hattiesburg Visitors Center (Hattiesburg’s One-Stop-Shop for Area Information) Located at the intersection of I-59 and Hwy 49 on the same campus as the Lake Terrace Convention Center, the Hattiesburg Visitors Center welcomes our visiting friends! Open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm, our professional and friendly Tourism Ambassadors are ready to assist with directions, lodg-
ing needs and itinerary suggestions. Also, visitors will find that the Hattiesburg Visitors Center houses a one-ofa-kind Logo Shop featuring affordable specialty products relevant to the unique culture of South Mississippi. Traveler conveniences include: • Refreshingly clean restrooms • Free official Visitors Guide • Free Mississippi highway maps • Free gourmet coffee • Hattiesburg postcards • Local art • Picnic area • Dog walking area • Free RV dump station For additional information, call 601-296-7475 or 866-4-Hattie or visit us on-line at www.visithattie.com.
James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center The James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County MultiPurpose Center is a state-of-the-art recreational and entertainment complex, perfect for concerts, rodeos and the greatest shows on earth! Monster Trucks, Coca Cola Classic Rodeo 200 Team Roping, Mississippi Fish & Wildlife Foundation Outdoor Show, 4-H Rodeo & Horse Show and the Annual Forrest County Fair are just a few of the events that have used the James Lynn Cartlidge Forrest County Multi- Purpose Center. For More Information Call, E-Mail or Mail: Phone: 601-583-7500 • Fax 601-583-7504; E-mail fcmpc@netdoor.com P. O. Box 1151, 962 Sullivan Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1151
Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center & Fairgrounds Director: Karen Saulters, Lamar Co. Fairgrounds 723 Central Industrial Row, Purvis, MS 39475 • 601-794-1095
Hattiesburg Visitors Center
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Mississippi Miss Hospitality 2012 Chandler Llana I
n July 2012, Chandler Llana was crowned Mississippi Miss Hospitality while representing Panola County in the 63rd Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant at the Historic Saenger Theater in Downtown Hattiesburg. Thirty-five of Mississippi’s best and brightest young ladies took the stage in competition for the title of 2012 Mississippi Miss Hospitality – a title that comes with a ticket to travel across the state and the responsibility of promoting the state’s economic development and tourism programs. During the Pageant Week, contestants enjoyed social events, rehearsals and competitions that led to the crowning of the new winner. Hattiesburg rolled out the red carpet during the week to the contestants and their families. Throughout the busy week, the contestants had the opportunity to explore some of the city’s businesses and family-friendly attractions, including the Hattiesburg Zoo, Forrest General Hospital, the University of Southern Mississippi, Historic Downtown Hattiesburg and the Hattiesburg Visitors Center. This marks the 15th year that Hattiesburg has hosted the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant, but the pageant has been a longstanding Mississippi tradition since 1949 when it was originally begun under Governor Fielding Wright and the Mississippi Legislature. Since then, the Pageant has called the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Starkville and now Hattiesburg its home. Presented Continued Next Page
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by VISITHATTIESBURG™, the City of Hattiesburg and the University of Southern Mississippi, the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant offers more than $100,000 in scholarships and prizes to young women from across the state. During her year as Miss Hospitality, Llana will travel more than 30,000 miles as Mississippi’s goodwill ambassador, sharing hospitality with everyone she meets. She will visit Mississippi’s Welcome Centers located along the state’s borders and make appearances at various festivals and events throughout the state. She will participate in the annual Pilgrimages in Natchez and Vicksburg, cut the ribbon at the State Fair in Jackson and celebrate with the Roy Martin Delta Band Festival and Parade. In June, Llana will venture across Mississippi borders to attend “Mississippi Day in Central Park” in New York City and share Mississippi’s hallmark hospitality in the Big Apple. Llana is a junior at The University of Mississippi where she studies biology in a pre-dental program with plans to become an orthodontist. She is a member of Kappa Delta sorority where she serves as chair of recruitment recommendations. Llana has earned a place on the Chancellor’s List, in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and in the Gamma Beta Phi service society. Here’s Hattiesburg! 165
Keeping Your Pet Healthy W
hat can you do to ensure that your dog lives a long, healthy life? Providing good nutrition, exercise, dental health, clean drinking water and a little love will help your dog live a happy, healthy life. We will go over these elements, but we will also touch on some challenging diseases dogs face. Given the many recalls that have plagued dog food manufacturers, some owners have resorted to making homemade dog food. Cooking your own dog requires an amazing investment of time, but it can give your dog a better quality of food. A major deterrent to making your own dog food however is the risk of Salmonella and E. coli for your pet, you and your family. Also, homemade food will almost certainly require that you give your dog a vitamin/mineral supplement to supply the numerous minerals and vitamins the dog needs. Most people opt for commercially produced dog food but there are tools that will allow you to make informed decisions. Look for the AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement, which indicates that the dog food provides complete and balanced nutrition. The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a non-profit organization made up of a group of state officials that set the standards for the quality and safety of animal feed and pet food in the United States. AAFCO doesn’t have regulatory power but they do work in agreement with the FDA on their nutritional lists. The AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement can help you decide which dog food will best serve your dog at the stage of life it is currently in. To ensure the food you choose isn’t on the pet food recall list, go to http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/ scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/ to check out your dog food. There have been an unnerving number of dog food recalls and many well-known brand names have made their way onto this list of dubious distinction. The recall list can be confusing because all the old recalls are listed as well as current recalls. I found one food I use on the list but that recall had ended in 2007 so check the dates before you panic. Dogs and humans have a number of distinct differences in what they can and cannot eat. Some foods that can be beneficial for human consumption but should never be given to dogs include: onions, garlic, avocados, grapes/raisins, dairy products, macadamia nuts and any product that contains caffeine. Dogs should also never consume candy/gum (Xylitol), acetaminophen/ibuprofen, chocolate, any alcohol (beer, wine, liquor, or products containing alcohol) or baking powder/baking soda. Leftover meats/foods (think doggie bags) can also be bad for your dog because they are usually high in fat, gristle and seasonings. Bones can also be hazardous because when dogs chew the bones; shards of sharp bone can stick into the lining of the intestine and/or stomach and can cut or irritate those areas. Bones can also wedge in a dog’s throat and that is very scary. People food that is okay for dogs include thoroughly cooked lean meat, carrots, green beans, cucumber, zucchini, baked potato, white rice and pasta. Keeping your canine active is as imperative for their health as it is for yours. Exercise helps the dog’s circulatory Continued Next Page
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system as well as maintaining muscle tone and mass and also helps to control the pet’s weight. Exercise can also help to alleviate some breed’s behavioral problems. Excess weight can lead to heart problems, diabetes and can worsen arthritis symptoms—just like it does for people. Dental health is something most people don’t consider as part of care for their pet, but it is important for dogs, again, just like it is for people. The smell test of “dog breath” is one of degree; if your dog’s breath is particularly foul or accompanied by throwing up, excessive thirst or lost appetite, you need to take your dog to the vet. Look at your dog’s gums once a week. Think “in the pink.” The gums should be pink; they shouldn’t be red, white or gray and there should be no swelling. Your pet’s teeth shouldn’t be brown; they should be white. Also, look for excessive drooling, loose teeth or any tumors or cysts in the mouth. To fight plaque, tartar and gum disease (and I think you know where we’re going here) you need canine tooth cleaning kits that include a doggie toothbrush and doggie toothpaste (do not use human toothpaste.) Also let your vet clean your dog’s teeth regularly. Tartar and plaque are your dog’s enemies. Ask your vet about appropriate chew toys. Dental disease is just one of the challenges our dogs in South Mississippi face. Ticks and mosquitoes are a problem here and can infect your dog with Rocky Mountain spotted fever or Lyme disease. Spray your yard or have your pest control service spray your yard to control ticks and fleas. Also, you need to treat your dog monthly with flea and tick prevention (topical application) with something like Advantage®, Advantix®, Revolution® or something like that. After a walk in the woods with your pooch, check yourself and your dog for ticks. If your dog does have a tick, don’t use petroleum jelly, hot matches and rubbing alcohol on the dog because they don’t work. Grasp the tick close to the skin (without actually grabbing the dog’s skin) with a fine tipped tweezers or a tick removing tool and pull the tick straight out with steady pressure. It may take a couple minutes, but don’t yank it out. Steady pressure is key because you don’t want to leave the tick’s head in the body. After removing the tick from the dog’s body, you can then kill the tick by burning it, freezing it or dropping it in rubbing alcohol (use an old pill bottle to put the rubbing alcohol in.) Spray an antiseptic spray and rub some antibiotic cream on the dog’s wound site. Continued Next Page
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Worms
Worms always present a challenge for dogs, and a dog’s intestinal worms can be easily transmitted to their human friends, particularly children. Dogs can get roundworms from eating roundworm eggs off the ground or being infected by their mother at birth. Roundworms live off of undigested food in a dog’s digestive system. Hookworms actually “hook” themselves into the dog’s intestinal wall where they live off the blood of their host. Dog’s can get hookworms from their mother or from the ground where infected dogs have gone to the bathroom before. When dogs eat fleas that contain a tapeworm egg, they get the tapeworm as well. The tapeworm absorbs food through its skin and attaches itself to the dog’s intestinal walls Whipworms bury their long necks into the wall of the intestine and dogs get them by eating eggs that other dogs have shed. Heartworms live in a dog’s heart or blood vessels. They can obstruct blood flow and can even cause death. Mosquitoes acquire heartworms when they bite infected dogs; when the mosquitoes bite healthy dogs, they pass the infection. Sounds terrible but regularly check your dog’s droppings to detect visible signs of intestinal worms. Tapeworms will look like grains of rice around your dog’s rear end. When a dog scratches or rubs its back end against furniture or on the rug that can be a sign of worms or impacted anal glands. If your dog is vomiting, look for worms in the dog’s vomit. Two other possible signs that your dog has worms are a distended stomach or bloody diarrhea. If you detect worms, treat the dog immediately. Honestly, the best way to do this is to take it to the vet. The best treatment for worms is prevention. An ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure in the case of worms, particularly heartworms. Make sure your dog gets a monthly pill, such as “Heartgard®,” “Iverhart Max,” Trifexis® or Advantage Multi® every month, all year long. The Proheart®6 is an injection and lasts for 6 months. Before prevention tablets or the shot can be prescribed, the dog must be tested for any existing heartworm infections. Treatment of heartworm after infection is expensive, time consuming as 168 Here’s Hattiesburg!
well as being hard on you and your dog. Do the prevention; it’s easier on everyone concerned.
Ear Infections and Ear Mites
The ear provides a moist, warm environment that can give bacteria an ideal environment in which to develop. Ear infections are one of the most common reasons people go to the vet. If you see your dog scratching its ears, shaking its head, rubbing its head on furniture or trees, if your dog’s ear flaps feel “thick” or if you see a discharge coming out of the ears, you probably have an infection. Get in the habit of checking your floppy-eared friends by regularly having a look in their ears. Also, clean your dog’s ears regularly; every two weeks is recommended. You can buy pre-made solutions at the vet, online or at your pet supply store. You can also make your own (one part vinegar and two parts water.) Never, ever use Q-tips! If your dog develops an ear infection, it’s time for a trip to the vet for treatment. Don’t wait very long because prolonged ear infection can actually cause a dog to lose its sense of hearing. The vet will use washes, antibiotic creams and maybe even an antibiotic prescription. Ear mites do happen, but not often. If you see dark reddish brown or black debris in your dog’s ear with visible white bugs moving in the debris, then you have ear mites. There are a number of washes that can be purchased at your vet, online or the store to kill ear mites. People who love their dogs want to keep them as long as possible. By giving your dog nutritious food, clean water, exercise and keeping their teeth clean, along with regular checkups at the vet; you will help your dog live a long and Continued Next Page healthy life.
Grooming Your Pet
Many people don’t see pet grooming as an important activity in a pet’s health, but proper grooming can provide many benefits. Brushing your pet will actually help your pet feel more comfortable by removing its excess hair. Bathing your pet will eliminate many germs, dirt and toxins that they may have picked up from playing outside. Many dogs and cats have allergies that cause them to constantly itch. By using hypoallergenic shampoos, you will be able to help your pet fight allergies that could be the cause of the itching. A licensed veterinarian should examine a pet with a persistent itching problem. Your pet will actually feel better if it is well groomed and properly cared for. Who hasn’t seen that energy burst many dogs get after their bath? Although many pets, and there are exceptions, object to baths, there is no doubt they feel better after getting clean! By keeping your pets nails trimmed, you can save your pet from germs that can build up in the nail. Also, some nails curve back into the skin and can actually puncture the pet’s skin and continue growing into its leg. You, as a pet owner, will appreciate your well-groomed pet more; it’s much easier to love and handle. A wellgroomed animal is healthier, happier and prettier. By using the grooming services available at places such as Aunt Linda’s Pet Hotel, it’s not so much a luxury but a means of providing another important element for your pet’s overall health.
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Arts & Culture
Saenger Theater
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ore than 80 years ago, the Saenger brothers brought the world to Hattiesburg through motion pictures. Now the tradition continues with live musicals, concerts and plays. Imagine a venue where talent from around the world meets to entertain, and where everyone can come to experience something out of the ordinary. You don’t have to travel half way around the world to experience first class entertainment. The Saenger Theater in Downtown Hattiesburg is the area’s hub for culture. From its stunning world class acts to its local flavor, the Saenger has everything you need for a special night out. Join us June 4-18, 2011 for FestivalSouth, Mississippi’s only multi-week, multi-genre music festival, will celebrate its second season at the Saenger in June!!! From classical piano, vocal and chamber music recitals—to Blues, Broadway and Bluegrass events—this festival offers events for music-lovers of every taste at many locations in the downtown area! Daily opportunities include morning musicales in downtown coffee shops, bookstores and The Library, musical luncheons
at Brownstone’s, afternoon recitals in downtown worship facilities, evening concerts in downtown venues, and late-night events at downtown clubs. Don’t forget the premier pageant, the Mississippi Miss Hospitality pageant. On July 29-30, forty contestants from across the state will compete for the title of Mississippi Miss Hospitality. See how the contestants demonstrate hospitality throughout the year through this year’s theme, Mississippi Magic. For more information about these events, visit www.HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the box office at 601.584.4888. The Saenger Theater is a Hattiesburg Convention Commission Facility. Since 1991, the Hattiesburg Convention Commission has been developing, operating and promoting tourism-related facilities for the Hattiesburg area. Continued Next Page
Dr. Jay Dean has been the music director of The University of Southern Mississippi Symphony Orchestra since 1988 and will mark 25 years of symphonic excellence in 2013. During his tenure, the orchestra has risen to enjoy an international reputation that enhances not only the university, but also the state and region.
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University & College Performing Groups UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI The College of Arts and Letters at The University of Southern Mississippi
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he College of Arts and Letters at Southern Miss presents more than 300 arts events each year. The School of Music, the Department of Theatre and Dance, and the Museum of Art/ Department of Art and Design contribute to the varied selection of arts activities that Southern Miss offers the public.
A complete calendar of College events may be found on the Southern Miss Web site at www.usm.edu/ calendar. For more information about the Arts at Southern Miss, visit www.usm.edu/arts. The School of Music The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music has a longstanding international reputation for musical excellence. The school is recognized for its eminence in musical artistry, education and community service. Serving more than 450 majors from the United States and 15 countries, the school maintains a strongly diverse student population. The School of Music provides a wealth of valuable opportunities for the professional and artistic growth of its’ students and the school’s faculty members perform at major venues around the world and teach at international festivals and conferences every year. The School of Music offers a plethora of musical opportunities, including Mississippi’s oldest Symphony Orchestra, the Southern Chorale, the Jazz Lab Bands, and the nationally recognized concert bands. The College is also the home of the nationally famous Pride of Mississippi Marching Band and Dixie Darlings. School of Music events include concerts of all varieties in the fall and spring semesters, featuring faculty artists, guest artists, ensembles and studio groups and soloists in recital. Most events are free of charge and open to the public. More information may be found at www.usm.edu/music. Continued Next Page
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The Symphony Orchestra The Symphony Orchestra at The University of Southern Mississippi has brought 98 seasons of unparalleled cultural and musical offerings for the Hattiesburg area. World-class musicians such as famed soprano Renée Fleming; tenor Placido Domingo; violinists Itzhak Perlman, Josuha Bell and Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg; trumpeter Doc Severinsen; flutist Sir James Galway; cellist Yo-Yo Ma; clarinetist Pete Fountain; pop icons Ray Charles, Charlie Pride, Dionne Warwick; the Pointer Sisters, Sandi Patty and Patti Labelle, are among the guest artists who, along with an exceptional university orchestra, have brought music lovers of south Mississippi, and indeed the Gulf South, some of the finest music in the world. This season celebrates the 25th anniversary of music director Dr. Jay Dean and will feature many special surprises throughout the season. For more information, visit www.usm.edu/symphony.
The Theatre and Dance building opened in 2000, with state-of-the-art facilities. The Theatre Program produces Southern Arena Theatre (SAT) each summer. SAT is an educational / professional company which produces a twothree show season in nightly repertory. The SAT Company is made up of students, faculty, staff and professionals who work in a full repertory format. SAT 2012 Season opens June 21, 2012 and plays in repertory through July 15, 2012. SAT 2012 will include The 39 Steps adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, and The Fox on the Fairway by Ken Ludwig. Tickets for SAT 2012 go on sale June 1, 2012 at the Southern Miss Ticket Office: 601.266.5418 or 800.844.8425; www.southernmisstickets.com. For more information please contact the Theatre Program: on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/southernmisstheatre; on their web site at usm.edu/theatre; or at 601.266.4994.
The Department of Theatre and Dance Theatre Program The Theatre Program at Southern Miss is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and has been an active member of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) at state, regional, and national levels. In recent years, a large number of theatre students and faculty have been awarded KCACTF regional and national nominations for performances, design and directing.
Dance Performance Opportunities The Dance Program is home to the Southern Miss Repertory Dance Company (RCD), which performs frequently throughout the year. The dance program presents four major performances a year, in both the Mannoni Performing Arts Center and in the Theatre and Dance Building Studio 115. Concerts include works by faculty, students and guest artists. Always a moving experience, RDC concerts are performed by the company, a professional caliber ensemble of dancers. For more information, visit www.usm.edu/dance or at facebook. com/USMDance. Noted dance artists are regularly brought to campus to perform, teach master classes, conduct special workshops, and set choreographic works on the students. Recent guest artists have included Misnomer Dance Company, Glen E. Meynardie and the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company.
Theatre Performances The Theatre Program at Southern Miss presents six Main Stage and Studio productions each academic year. The program produces in the Martha R. Tatum Theatre, a 275-seat thrust, and the Gilbert F. Hartwig Theatre, a 148-seat black box.
The Department of Art and Design The University of Southern Mississippi Department of Art and Design is a fully accredited member of NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art and Design). The Department of Art and Design has grown steadily over its sixty-plus year history and is proud of the many professional accomplishments of its alumni. Art courses have been offered at the institution since its inception in 1910. The initial degree programs in art began in the 1940’s. Today, the Department of Art & Design is comprised of a range of visual arts programs with the majority of students enrolled in one of our professional degree plans in Graphic Design, Drawing and Painting, and Sculpture. Continued Next Page
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A special component of the Department of Art and Design is the Museum of Art. The museum is comprised of three exhibition galleries including the C. W. Woods Art Gallery, the Lok Exhibition Gallery and the Karnes-Sullivan Gallery, and offers an extensive schedule of art and design exhibitions including international, national and regional traveling shows, as well as exhibitions of current student and faculty work. The museum is a meeting place for people from across the university and the community, and is considered a key destination for visitors to Hattiesburg and the USM campus. The museum’s mission is to enrich the educational and cultural experience of the university and Hattiesburg community; while at the same time serving as an educational platform for students of the Department of Art & Design. Each spring the museum hosts the Annual Student Show, a greatly anticipated event that gives art students the opportunity to exhibit their creative achievements in visual arts produced over the past year. The student show features work from studio courses in art foundations, drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and graphic design. For more information, visit http://www.usm. edu/visual-arts Tickets at Southern Miss For tickets to Southern Miss arts events, although many are free of charge, call Southern Miss Ticket Office: 601.266.5418 or 800.844.8425 for individual tickets or season tickets for all events or online at www.southernmisstickets.com. Partners for the Arts One Voice for the Arts at Southern Miss An alliance between the community and the Department of Art and Design, Department of Theatre and Dance, and the School of Music at Southern Miss, Partners for the Arts was established in 1997 to support and enhance the arts; promote arts education; and expand access to regional, national, and international arts events and artists. Partnering for a Better Arts Future Partners for the Arts reaches the community through performances, master classes, workshops, exhibits, and lectures. The organization supports guest artists, educational programs, and opportunities for Southern Miss student and faculty artists. Arts outreach also includes participation in community-wide events and collaboration with other community and civic organizations. For more information on how to become a Partner for the arts at Southern Miss, visit online at www.usm.edu/partners-arts or call 601.266.5922.
The 3-D Art Studio The University of Southern Mississippi offers a Sculpture Program with Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree for its sculpture students. Creative problem solving in three-dimensional design is a primary emphasis. The artist/student must learn to be proficient in a wide range of materials and techniques. Concurrently, the student must endeavor to invent and build a unique language as an expressive tool for art creation. The Southern Sculpture Program offers some impressive physical facilities at its Structural Steel Services 3D Arts Building, which was opened in the fall of 2003. In 2006, USM unveiled one of the largest university-run cupolas in the country. In addition, students can work in the ceramics lab, metal shop, and foundry with a state of the art wood shop, plaster working room, 3D studio, small machine shop, kiln shed, and the Price sculpture studio. The 3D Arts Building also has a window-lined critique/ exhibition space with clear visibility from the pedestrian and auto traffic. Southern Miss has one of the largest university-run iron pouring cupolas in the United States. A cupola, also called a blast furnace, is a furnace that is capable of reaching the 2802°F temperature required to melt iron. The Southern Miss cupola has a 32” id and can tap out 1,500 pounds of molten iron with each tap. At recent iron pours, over 8,500 lbs of iron was poured. The cupola sits behind the 3D Arts Building on West 4th Street in Hattiesburg, MS; it has a 35’ tall stack and a three story super structure complete with electricity and a one-ton electric hoist system to bring consumables to the third floor for “feeding” the furnace. The sculpture studio also has a fully electric two-ton bridge crane indoors where the molds are place for casting. In addition there is also a 24” id furnace and 18” portable furnace that has traveled to a number of venues for public iron-casting demonstrations. Continued Next Page Here’s Hattiesburg! 173
“Sing Out, Sweet Land,” performed by the WCU Theatre Department in 2012. Photo by Jeanna Graves.
William Carey University CAREY DINNER THEATRE
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arey Dinner Theatre, Mississippi’s unique dinner theatre performed two musicals in June and July for its 37th season. The audience is served dinner by the actors and crew who always put on a quality show. Reservations are a must and information can be obtained by calling 601-318-6221. Admission includes a buffet meal, program book, and show. People interested in becoming CDT Patrons receive special privileges including invitation to the annual Patrons Party and early box office access. To be added to the mailing list, to receive contributor information, and to receive more detailed information call 601-318-6218. In 1975, O. L. Quave, then chair of the department of theatre and communication at Carey, and the faculty wanted to give their young performers a professional, yet educationally sound, opportunity to express their talents in a unique format. There was also a desire to offer the public entertainment that the whole family could enjoy. Out of this need for family fare, CDT was born. Two students, Keith Thompson and Jay Rogers, wrote and composed “It’s Make Believe,” a musical which was produced in the first season of what was then called Carey Summer Showcase. Thus in 1975, four performers, along with technicians, office personnel, and staff launched one of the state’s most valuable summer traditions. A distinctive feature from the beginning has been that student members serve tables during dinner. Thus, by the time the performances begin, each person in the audience has had some personal contact with a least one member of the company. Selected from auditions held every spring, college students from across the country try out for perContinued Next Page
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forming, technical and clerical positions. Over 50 schools, including Vanderbilt, Julliard, Wake Forest, Duke, and Eastman School of Music, as well as a large number of schools from the Deep South, have been represented by members of the CDT company. CDT alumni, such as Phillip Fortenberry and Keith Thompson, can be found on Broadway and most recently in Las Vegas. Fortenberry has served as keyboardist and music director for several Broadway shows including “Cats” and “Jesus Christ Superstar”. Obra Quave will again serve as managing director for CDT for the 36th season. Whether it is a contemporary musical revue or an established musical comedy, CDT has offered the public a myriad of wonderful shows. Productions in 2010 were “Ring of Fire: The Johnny cash Musical” and “Beguiled Again: The Songs of Rodgers and Hart,” and from previous seasons “The Melody Lingers On,” “What Every Good Traveler Should Know,” “Pump Boys and Dinettes,” “Smoke on the Mountain,” “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” “Clue, the Musical,” “The Taffetas,” “Schoolhouse Rock Live!,” “Dracula, The Musical?,” and “The Spitfire Grill.” The 2012 Carey Dinner Theatre was sponsored by W. A. Warren Construction Company and co-sponsored by BancorpSouth. WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY THEATRE William Carey University Theatre has a long tradition of excellence in performance, academics and community outreach. Significant national recognition came when WCU began participating in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) in 1995. “Cotton Patch Gospel,” performed by the William Carey Dinner Theatre. Photo by Jeanna Graves.
“The Diviners,” presented by the William Carey Theatre Department in 2012. Photos by Jeanna Graves.
WCU has performed at the Region IV festival six times since 1995 (six productions from the ten southeastern states that make up the region are selected annually). In 2007, a WCU theatre major received a first place award in dramaturgy for her research and work for Carey’s production of “Bad Ax” and in 2010 another theatre student was chosen one of eight in the country for her make-up and hair design for “Dancin’ on the Wind” at the national KCACTF in Washington, D.C. Tim Matheny, a 1995 Carey theatre graduate is the chair of the theatre and communication department. Theatre professor emeritus Obra Quave received the John F. Kennedy Center Gold Medallion of Excellence at the 2005 KCACTF regional festival. The Medallion is a prestigious honor bestowed by the Kennedy Center on rare occasions for excellence in teaching theatre. Carey’s “And David Danced” was one of four productions in the United States invited to the Kennedy Center national festival in Washington, D.C. in 2001. In ACTF design competitions, WCU students have won six national awards at the Kennedy Center and eleven regional prizes. WCU Theatre is the first and only American company to perform at the Annual International Theatre Festival in Bratislava, Slovakia. The department also received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Theatre Arts in 2002. In academics, students enjoy a 100% acceptance rate to graduate schools and can be found in professional theatres throughout the country. Continued Next Page
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For forty-three years the theatre has cooperated with Hattiesburg Arts Council in bringing theatre to thousands of children, many whose economic status prevents them from experiencing live theatre. Students and faculty routinely volunteer for philanthropic events. The theatre department began using the newly constructed Joe and Virginia Tatum Theatre in October 2010. The new black box theatre features higher ceilings, which will allow for more lighting and scenic design options, updated lighting and sound equipment, a catwalk for greater safety and a serving line for Carey Dinner Theatre. DONNELL HALL THE CENTER FOR STUDY OF THE LIFE AND WORK OF WILLIAM CAREY D.D. (1761 – 1834) The Carey Center, housed in Donnell Hall, is a museum and research facility which houses two exhibit galleries and a research collection of artifacts from and about the British cobbler, botanist, and linguist who is known as the “father of modern missions” for his work in India. The center’s website has received international acclaim. Codirected by Dr. Myron Noonkester and Dr. Bennie Crockett, the center includes original letters from Carey, his childhood spelling dictionary, rare Indian botanical prints, coins, medals and stamps associated with Carey, and a large collection of Serampore Bibles and other books. The Center opened in Donnell Hall in May 2006. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Call 601-318-6738 for more information. LUCILE PARKER ART MUSEUM The Lucile Parker Gallery, located in the Thomas Fine Arts Center, opened on December 4, 1990 and contains four collections: the Lucile Parker Collection, the Dr. Larry H. Day Collection,the Brian Blair Collection and the William Carey Collection. It was named for Miss Lucile Parker, a Mississippi artist known for her botanical drawings and paintings and her portrait work. Miss Parker founded the art department at William Carey and served as chairperson from 1974 until 1983. Her paintings hang in private and public collections throughout the United States. Her book, “Mississippi Wildflowers,” is widely acclaimed. The Lucile Parker Collection includes 141 artworks by Ms. Parker, as well as a group of 17 works by Marie Hull, which were donated to the university by Miss Parker from her private collection. Many works were given to the university by Miss Parker’s family after her death in 1988. The William Carey Collection of 131 pieces includes watercolors, oils, portraits, and sculptures. The Dr. Larry H. Day Collection consists of nearly 300 wildlife pieces and stamps, prints by Dr. Allen Hughes, and limited edition floral prints by Jeanne Holgate. The Brian Blair Collection is composed of 15 paintings by Lucile Parker and was donated to the university in 2012. Exhibitions of local, state, and nationally known artists are scheduled August through May. 176 Here’s Hattiesburg!
The gallery is open during the academic year from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except during holidays and announced closings. It is open at other times by calling 601-318-6192. SARAH ELLEN GILLESPIE MUSEUM OF ART The Sarah Gillespie Collection, considered the most complete collection of art produced by Mississippians in the 20th century, is housed in the Sarah Ellen Gillespie Museum of Art located adjacent to the Smith-Rouse Library. The collection features more than 600 works by Mississippi artists such as Walter Anderson, Kate Freeman Clark, William Hollingsworth, Theora Hamblett, Karl Wolfe, Wyatt Waters and Ethel Wright Mohamed, among many others. These artists and others were not insulated from patterns developing internationally in modern art, as many traveled and studied abroad. However, their work reflects idiosyncratic regionalism. Works record both the media and subject matter that concerned regional artists. The late Sarah Gillespie, a graduate of Sophie Newcomb College, was a lifelong Hattiesburg resident and long-time patron of the arts. The museum is open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. except on university holidays and by appointment by calling 601-318-6148. Continued Next Page
“The Princess and The Dragon,” performed by the WCU Theatre Department in 2011. Photo by Tim Matheny.
HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888 to order your tickets. Mel Brooks’ recent Broadway smash The Producers will be the spring show, running May 1013, 2012. Based on his 1968 film, it’s the tale of a washed-up Broadway producer and his new protégé who conspire to put on Springtime For Hitler, a surefire flop of a musical, while making off with the investment money. Complications arise when the show instead becomes an unexpected hit. The Producers will be performed at the Saenger and is directed by Rob Mulholland.
Hattiesburg Civic Light Orchestra (HCLO) Announces its 37th Season!
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he Hattiesburg Civic Light Orchestra is proud to announce the remaining shows for its 37th Season. The 37th season should bring theater goers more thrills, laughs, joy and moving moments as the many seasons before. On November 15-17, (7:30 pm), and on November 18, (2 pm matinee), the Hattiesburg Civic Light Orchestra (HCLO) presents the delightful musical, Legally Blonde, that tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend Warner. She discovers how her knowledge of the law can help others, and successfully defends exercise queen Brooke Wyndham in a murder trial. On May 16-18, (7:30 pm), May 19, 2013, (2 pm matinee), The Hattiesburg Civic Light Orchestra (HCLO) presents Big River, a musical based on Mark Twain’s classic 1884 novel, “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” The music in the show is of the bluegrass and country & western style to reflect the setting of the novel. Saenger Theater, in Downtown Hattiesburg, will be the performance location; go to
Founded in 1976 by the late Bob Mesrobian, Hattiesburg Civic Light Opera has striven to provide Broadway-quality entertainment at reasonable prices. As a non-profit community theatre organization, it also serves to give local talent a chance to aspire to the stage. Its first production, The Barber Of Seville, was performed at the Thames School auditorium and was directed by Mesrobian. Over the years, HCLO productions have included classic musicals such as South Pacific, Fiddler On The Roof, The Music Man and Oklahoma, as well as contemporary fare to include Cats, Footloose, Smokey Joe’s Café and Disney’s Beauty And The Beast. In its current season, HCLO enjoyed its most successful production to date, a revival of Annie, which was followed by the recent five-time Tonywinning The Drowsy Chaperone. HCLO's Board President Karen Wiseman, President Elect James Griffin, Treasurer Bob Schimel, Recording Secretary Russlyn McDaniel and Corresponding Secretary Julie Tator want to welcome all theater lovers on behalf of HCLO's entire Board, volunteers, musicians, backstage personnel and onstage performers and invite them to enjoy HCLO's special brand of live, high-quality theater. For more information about joining the HCLO as a sponsor, performer or volunteer go www.hclo.org/ or visit them on Facebook. Get your tickets for the shows at www.HattiesburgSaenger.com or call the Saenger Ticket Office 601.584.4888. Continued Next Page Here’s Hattiesburg! 177
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Jason Lang and Logan Johnson in Just Over the Rainbow Theatre’s performance of Almost Maine. Photo submitted by Thomas D. Hardy.
ust Over the Rainbow Theatre, is an award-winning community theatre which has been providing entertainment in the Hattiesburg area since 1985. The JORT Membership Season consists of three shows: a dinner theatre production and two additional shows. Each show runs for two consecutive weekends at its home facility with an additional performance the following weekend at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center in Ocean Springs, MS. JORT’s Summer Youth Theatre produces one show each year. All of the membership season shows and the Summer Youth Theatre production provide opportunities for actors, singers, design artists, and stage technicians of all ages and backgrounds. Over the years, JORT has garnered numerous awards, and in 2011 its production of Driving Miss Daisy, directed by Thomas Hardy, won the Mississippi Theatre Association Award for Best Show in the State of Mississippi, as well as the Overall Excellence Award, Best Actor Award for Michael Marks, and All Star Cast Award for Ruth Ann Black. JORT also took Driving Miss Daisy on to regional competition at the Southeastern Theatre Conference in Atlanta, where it received Excellence in Acting Awards for both Marks and Black. JORT put on three successful performances of ‘The Odd Couple,” but the second week of performances were cancelled due to the extreme weather provided by Hurricane Isaac. The President of JORT, Michael Marks, and the Director of ‘The Odd Couple,” Shari Plumlee, wisely put aside their desire to continue their second week out of concern for their actors, volunteers and theater-goers. Future shows include: On November 27-29, 2012 at 7:30 pm, Just Over the Rainbow Theatre (JORT) will present “Altar Boyz,” the story of a Christian boy band trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. JORT will perfom “Altar Boyz” at The Saenger Theater, Downtown Hattiesburg. Michael Marks and Ruth Ann Black in Just Over the March 7-10 and March 14-16, Just Over the Rainbow Rainbow Theatre’s performance of Driving Miss Daisy. Theatre (JORT) performs “The Dixie Swim Club” at the Photo submitted by Thomas M. Hardy. Petal Arts & Humanities Complex 122 S George Ave, Petal MS. The Dixie Swim Club is the story of five Southern women who met on their college swim team and years later try to recharge those relationships. For more information about getting tickets, volunteering or auditioning go to http://jortonline.org/ or call 601.583.7778. JORT is also on Facebook. Continued Next Page
Chris Wooten, Jane Claire Tyner, and Beth Alexander in Just Over the Rainbow Theatre’s performance of The Dining Room. Photo submitted by Thomas M. Hardy.
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A Gallery 134 E. Front St. • 601-584-6785 Features original art and jewelry by Mississippi and North American contemporary artists and craftsmen. Bridal and gift registries are available as well as gift packages. Open Mon-Fri, 10 am5:30 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm African-American Military History Museum 305 E. 6th St. East 6th Street USO Building • 601-583-8624 This former USO houses memorabilia covering a span of more than 150 years of African-American military service. Beginning with the Buffalo Soldiers of the post civil war era through Iraq, the Museum displays photos, medals and exhibits. One of the exhibits features Jesse L. Brown of Hattiesburg. Jesse Brown was America’s first black naval aviator. Open by request; call 601-583-8624. Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby 12 miles South of Hattiesburg on Hwy. 49, 601-558-2757 The Armed Forces Museum is housed in a modern facility on Camp Shelby. This Museum houses memorabilia from the Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf Wars. More than 6,100 items from all branches of the military are displayed. The Armed Forces Museum also has a great selection of tanks, armored vehicles and even a helicopter outside. Gift shop is open during Museum hours. Free admission. A donations box is placed at the end of the tour and the Museum does appreciate the money that is given to support their wonderful facility. Open Tue-Sat 9 am - 4:30 pm Closed Sun & Mon. Downtown Art Walk The Downtown Gallery Walk is an “open house” night for the downtown galleries. The event, free and open to the public, has revitalized Hattiesburg’s downtown art scene since it began ten years ago. The gallery tour serves as an ongoing artistic showcase that attracts Hattiesburg’s artists and arts patrons alike. An important factor in the vitality of art in Hattiesburg has been the distinctive personality of each of the downtown galleries. Patrons have come to rely on the downtown galleries to exhibit all forms of artistic expression. Exhibit visitors will find work that ranges from traditional painting to fold art, from fine arts to sculpture. Among the galleries open for Downtown Gallery Walk are the Hattiesburg Arts Council at the Hattiesburg Cultural Center, A Gallery, Kress Gallery, RE Gallery of Art, and Upper Level Gallery. Call 601-583-6005 for more information.
Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Museum 723 Main Street, • 601-582-5460 Located in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center, this museum collection consists of materials donated by members and friends. The collection includes city directories, high school annuals and composite pictures, uniforms, old photographs, furnishings, household goods, and information on homes, industries, and buildings. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4:30 pm or by appointment. Hattiesburg Arts Council 723 Main Street, • 601-583-6005 The Hattiesburg Arts Council sponsors a whole series of events to enrich the cultural activities available to the Hattiesburg area. The Hattiesburg Cultural Center Art Gallery, the Downtown Gallery Walk, the Brown Bag Concert series, a Very Special Arts Festival, Celebration of the Arts, Community Calendar and Summer Arts Programs are just some of the activities and events the Hattiesburg Arts Council is involved in. Hundreds of students in three counties are involved in the art programs sponsored by the Hattiesburg Arts Council, in conjunction with the schools. The Hattiesburg Arts Council is located in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center on Main St.; call 601-583-6005 for more information. Hattiesburg Cultural Center Gallery 723 Main St. • 601-583-6005 Located in the Hattiesburg Cultural Center, this gallery features a permanent collection of works by noted Mississippi artists including Walter Anderson, Marshall Bouldin, Bill Dunlap, Marie Hull, Ed McGowin, Theora Hamlett, George Thurmond, Amy Giust and others. The HAC Gallery presents periodic special exhibits as well. Open 10 am - 3 pm Mon-Fri. Kress Gallery 500 Main Street (Kress Building) The Kress Gallery showcases the work of the members of South Mississippi Art Association. Exhibits change periodically and are on view 24-hours a day in the front windows. Lamar County Museum Next to the Lamar County Library, Shelby Speights, Purvis The museum contains many items about Lamar County from its founding to the present day. The Museum also features a collection of farm implements and war memorabilia. To schedule an appointment call 601-794-2000. The Lamar County Historical Society offers the book, The Purvis Tornado April 24, 1908, a pictorial and historical account on the effects of the Purvis Tornado, for sale. The book costs $10 and is available at Purvis Antique Mall in Purvis and Main Continued Next Page
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St. Bookstore in Hattiesburg. 100th Anniversary of the Purvis Tornado Commemoration-April 24, 2008 Events: breakfast at Methodist Church, lunch at First Baptist, events held during the day around the old Courthouse in Purvis.
Library of Hattiesburg 329 Hardy St., Hattiesburg • 601-582-4461 Recipient of the 1996 Governor’s Award for the Design of Public Space and featured in Southern Living; the Library is home to a unique, circular 167-foot colorful mural with historical and contemporary images of South Mississippi. Titled The Spirit that Builds, the mural was painted on sandblasted stainless steel by internationally renowned artist William Baggett. Other varying exhibits also are on display. Open Mon-Thurs, 8 am-8 pm, FriSat, 10 am-4 pm.
Landrum Country Homestead & Village 1356 Hwy. 15 South, Exit 96B, Laurel. 4.5 miles on the left. • 601-649-2546 Landrum Country Homestead & Village was featured in Southern Living magazine a short time ago. The Village is a re-creation of a late 1800’s settlement, including general store, cabins, Indian village, Gem mining and watermill Gristmill. Open Mon-Sat from 9 am-5 pm. There is an admission Lucile Parker Art Museum charge to the Homestead. 498 Tuscan Avenue Call 601-649-2546 or visit www.landrums.com. Hours: 1:00-4:00 pm, Mon-Fri during the academic Lauren Rogers Museum of Art year and by appointment during the summer. Call 5th Ave. at 7th St., Laurel • 601-649-6374 601-318-6192 to schedule a visit at other times. This world-class museum is noted for its collection of English Georgian Silver, an extensive collec- Lumberton Museum tion of Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints, and one Main St, across from Library in Old City Hall, Lumof the finest collections of Native American baskets in the world. Collections include European and berton American paintings, drawings and prints of 19th The Museum features information and memoraand 20th century landscape and figurative motifs. bilia from the Lumberton past. The museum is norHours: Tues-Sat from 10 am-4:45 pm, Sunday mally open on Sat 9am-12am & by appointment. from 1 pm-4 pm. Closed on Mon and major holi- Call 601-796-4451 or 601-796-5391 for information. days. Free admission. Continued Next Page
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Featured Artist Marsha Olderr—Portrait Artist
Cocker Spaniel Caricature
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Marsha has been drawing all her life, “as early as she could use a pencil.” She likes to draw actors, performers or newsworthy personalities from current or past events and uses magazines like “People” or “Time” to get new material to create her portraits. Drawing offers an outlet for her creativity as well as offering her an opportunity to relax from the many rigors of her job. The portraits also serve as points of interest for visitors. They’ll look through the portraits and caricatures and pick out the personalities they know. Marsha said, “People have asked me why I don’t do this as a business or sideline, and I tell them I don’t have the time to do this full time because of our business, but I do enjoy it as a hobby.”
USO/African American Military Museum (a National Registry of Historic Places and Mississippi Landmark). This building is the only USO constructed especially for African American soldiers still in existence in the United States.
Paper Warehouse - an art gallery on Newman Street 113 Newman Street • 601-545-2400 Features local artists with large scale iron sculptures, weaving, paintings, pottery and stone sculptures. By appointment only. RE Gallery of Art 204 W. Front Street • 601-450-7144 Located within Roy Calvin Eure Interior Design, RE Gallery opened in fall 2005. The Gallery features seasonal shows as announced. 10 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri.
Upper Level Gallery 309 E. Pine St. • 601-582-4351 Located within Calico Antique Mall--featuring pottery and fine art and antiques. Hours 10am5pm, Mon-Sat. Westside Studio Located in the Newpointe Shopping Center 601-579-WEST (9378) Featuring work from many artists in many different art mediums. Westside also offers art instruction. Call for hours. William Carey University Donnell Hall Call 601-318-6116 or 601-3186164 for more information.
Robinson Studio Gallery Geiger Building, 208 W. Pine • 601-583-2271 Featuring award-winning, limited edition photog- Degrummond Children's Literature Museum raphy and art. Open by appointment only Mon-Sat. At The University of Southern Mississippi Phone: 601.266.4349 University of Southern Mississippi Visit the home of Curious George. This premier collection features more than 65,000 children's USM Museum of Art Museum Hours 10am-5 pm Tues-Fri; 10am-4 pm books, as well as, original work from more than Sat. Admission is always free! For info, call 601- 1,200 children's authors and illustrators. Open 266-5200. Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm. Admission is free.
Libraries
LAMAR COUNTY LIBRARY Purvis Public Library (Headquarters)
PO Box 289, 122 Shelby Speights, Purvis, MS 39475 • 601-794-8768 9am-6 pm (M-W, F) • 10 am-7 pm (Thurs) Closed Saturday & Sunday
Lumberton Public Library
106 Main St., Lumberton, MS 39455 601-796-4227 9 am-6 pm (M-F) • 9 am-12 pm (Sat)
Oak Grove Public Library
Old Hwy. 11, Oak Grove 39402 601.296.1704 9 am-6 pm (M, W, F) 10 am-7 pm (T, Th) 9 am-12 pm (Sat)
Sumrall Public Library (L.R. Boyer Memorial Library)
PO Box 327, 103 Poplar, Sumrall, MS 39482 601-758-4711 8 am-5 pm (M, W, F) • 8 am-6 pm (Tues) Closed Saturday & Sunday
THE LIBRARY OF HATTIESBURG, PETAL & FORREST COUNTY Main Library
UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE LIBRARIES Southern Miss-Cook Library USM Campus, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 601-266-4241 Mon-Thur, 7:30 am to 12 Midnight; Fri 7:30 am-6 pm; Saturday 9 am-6 pm; Sun 12 Noon-12 Midnight.
Southern Miss-McCain Library & Archives USM Campus, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, 601-266-4345 • Open 8-5
Southern Miss-Gunn Materials Center
329 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 601-582-4461 Telephone (TDD available) • 601-582-5338 Fax Mon. - Thurs. 8 am-8 pm • Fri. & Sat. 10 am-4 pm
601-266-4561
Petal Library
William Carey College, Hattiesburg, MS 601-582-6169 Regular Trimester Hours: Mon-Thur: 8 am-10 pm, Fri 8 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 1 pm-5 pm
714 South Main Street, Petal, MS 39465 601-584-7610 Telephone • 601-582-0176 Fax Mon-Fri 9 am to 6 pm • Sat 9 am to 1 pm
Southern Miss-Music Library 601-266-5308
William Carey College Library
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Wesley Medical Center
he medical professionals at Wesley Medical Center know you have a choice when it comes to your healthcare, which is why they work tirelessly everyday to provide their patients with the utmost in quality care and compassion. At Wesley, a commitment to excellence in advanced technology, cutting edge medical services, compassionate care, a beautiful campus environment, countless wellness opportunities and health education is the standard. At Wesley Medical Center, you’ll find the care and treatment you need for all the situations of your life—from a broken bone to a cardiac surgery. You’ll find a family of professional caregivers that is not only committed to providing you with the right care but also with giving the compassion and comfort you deserve. So, from the most complex procedures to the most common, make the right choice for your life and your health—choose Wesley.
Dr. Joe Rubelowsky says, “I am very excited to bring these specific surgeries to our area. Patients will no longer have to travel outside the Hattiesburg area for such specialized cardiac procedures. This is why I wanted to join Wesley and bring our highlytrained surgical team with us; Wesley is interested in pushing the envelope in heart care. And, we’re only scratching the surface with these procedures.” Dr. Mark Campbell and Dr. Charles Mayes also recently joined the talented team of Wesley cardiologists, including Dr. Dinesh Bhatt, Dr. Alan Covin and Dr. John Lovejoy.
EXCELLENT WORK ENVIRONMENT Wesley Medical Center is at the top of its class for employee experiences. The hospital has recently been recognized with an Excellence through Insight award for Overall Employee Satisfaction & Engagement in the Large Hospital Category as ranked by HealthStream Research. The nearly 1,200 employees of Wesley Medical Center CARDIAC CARE Heart disease doesn’t fight fair, and Wesley employee satisfaction scores national averages in Medical Center can help you fight back. Wesley Medical all categories. The employee satisfaction survey, Center takes to heart their commitment to the administered in March of 2010 by Healthstream community and has more resources than ever Research, asked 23 questions, which evaluated to help patients. To support their commitment several key areas related to employees work to cardiac care, they recently added Dr. Joe environment, pay and benefits, supervision, hiring Rubelowsky and Dr. Chris Benjamin, who are both and promotion practices, leadership and quality. cardiovascular surgeons trained at the Cleveland “We are all on a journey to be the best place for Clinic’s heart and vascular Institute. They have also employees to work,” said Neuendorf. “We know recently added vascular surgeon Dr. Ellis Salloum. our employees are the key to the success of our “We are pleased to make minimally invasive cardiac hospital. They are well-trained, passionate about surgery available to our patients. With the addition of patient care and committed to excellence.” these highly trained surgeons, patients are now able Survey results showed that Wesley Medical Center to receive the kind of specialized care and procedures employees were more satisfied than the national that once were unavailable in Hattiesburg,” said norm. Based on a four-point scale with four being Continued Next Page Wesley Medical Center CEO Mike Neuendorf. 182 Here’s Hattiesburg!
the most favorable score and one being the least, Wesley rated 3.43 in overall employee satisfaction, above the 3.13 national average. CUTTING EDGE MEDICAL SERVICES In addition to acute and intensive care services, Wesley Medical Center offers complete cardiac care, 24-hour emergency services, pediatric and neonatal intensive care, the Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine, rehabilitation services, the Hip and Knee Surgery Center, Work Well (occupational health services), 24-bed sub-acute Transitional Care Unit, obstetrics, general surgery, ear, nose and throat surgery, endoscopic surgery, lithotripsy, gynecological surgery, Women’s Services, The Birth Center, Urological Services, Senior Circle, Home Health Services, neurosurgery, gastroenterology services, radiology, outpatient surgery and VA Clinic. WELLNESS AND HEALTH EDUCATION Wesley Medical Center offers a unique wellness aspect to the Pinebelt community. The Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine (IWSM), located on the Wesley campus, is full-service fitness facility offering fitness classes, cardio equipment, weight training, full-court basketball, racquetball, swimming, biking, nutrition assistance and dance classes. IWSM is connected to the hospital so that patients can easily transition to their daily workouts
or rehabilitation sessions. IWSM is open to the public and has several membership options. Wesley also reaches out to the community through health education, health screenings and health fairs. For a tour of the facility call 601-2685010. Wesley’s health educators teach CPR training, babysitting courses and birthing classes along with providing screenings such as blood pressure, bone density and stress levels. For more information on available classes or upcoming health fairs, call 601268-5056. CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT At Wesley Medical Center we recognize that a typical hospital environment can give patients and their families great apprehension, which is why we are always working on upgrades and services to make their time in our hospital and on our campus very pleasant. We have completed the last phase of room renovations throughout the hospital, which focused on improved aesthetics and comfort for patients and their families. The boutique atmosphere provides easy access to medical offices, a walking track, dining options, test and treatment areas, and comfortable waiting areas. With nearly 250 physicians on staff, Wesley offers state-of-the-art technologies, dedicated employees and specialized services while always employing its mission of Loving God, Serving Others, Excelling in Healthcare. Continued Next Page
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WESLEY MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS
1. Green Eye Institute 2. The Urology Center 3. Southern Neurology Center 4. Dermatology Clinic of Hattiesburg 5. Pain Treatment Center 6. The Medical Group of Hattiesburg 7. Hematology & Oncology Clinic 8. Inspirations -Interventional Spine & Sports Institute -Neurology Associates 9. Wesley Medical Center-Emergency Services 10. Wesley Medical Center-Main Entrance & Patient Registration 11. Cafeteria & Evergreen Room 12. Wesley Tower A -Audiology & EEG (1st Floor) -Endoscopy (1st Floor) -Rehabilitation Services (2nd Floor) -Birth Center (3rd Floor) -Transitional Care Unit (4th Floor) 13. Towers Entrance & Information Desk 14. Wesley Tower B -Customer Service, Senior Circle, Volunteers (1s Floor) -Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at Wesley (1st Floor) -Subway Sandwich Shop (1st Floor) -Wound Care at Wesley (1st Floor) -Children’s Medical Group (2nd Floor) -Birth Center Classes (3rd Floor) -Women’s Pavilion Annex (3rd Floor) -Premier Orthopaedics (4th Floor) 15. William K. Ray Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine (IWSM) 16. Wesley Medical Center Human Resources and Education Offices
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17. Behavioral Healthcare Center -Employee Assistance Program 18. VA Clinic -WorkWell Clinic 19. Wesley Home Care -Wesley Physician Services 20. HubSouth Medical Clinic -HeartCare of Southern Mississippi 21. Hattiesburg Eye Clinic Cataract Surgery Center 22. Hattiesburg Eye Clinic 23. Hattiesburg Clinic- West, Arthritis Center West 24. Family Practice Clinic/After Hours Clinic 25. Galloway Building -Asthma and Allergy Clinic -Pediatric Dentistry 26. E.N.T. & Facial Plastic Surgery 27. Plastic Surgery Center of Hattiesburg 28. Wesley Medical Plaza -South Mississippi Surgery Center (1st Floor) -Eden MediSpa & Laser Center (2nd Floor) -Women’s Center at Wesley Plaza (2nd Floor) -Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi (3rd Floor) 29. Total Foot Care Clinic 30. Hattiesburg G.I. Associates/ -Digestive Disease Center of Hattiesburg 31. One Asbury Centre -Asbury Foundation (1st Floor) -HubHealth of South Mississippi (1st Floor) -Wesley Credit Union (1st Floor) -Diabetes Foundation (2nd Floor) 32. Creative Kids 33. Provision Living
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FORREST GENERAL HOSPITAL
orrest General is a 512-bed facility providing regional health services to a 19-county area including Covington, Forrest, George, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Lawrence, Marion, Pearl River, Perry, Pike, Simpson, Smith, Stone, Wayne and Walthall counties. Generations of Pine Belt residents have counted on Forrest General, and today’s generations continue to rely on the comprehensive care offered through the hospital’s constantly expanding range of health care services. Forrest General provides excellence in healthcare through the following service lines: Emergency Services Heart and Vascular Services Surgical Services Women and Children’s Services Behavioral Health Services Oncology Services Neuroscience and Orthopedic Services Medicine Forrest General also offers a wide range of additional services including: Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation Services Home Care and Hospice Forrest General Cancer Center Forrest General’s LiveWell Center Forrest General’s Wound Healing Center Forrest General Healthcare Foundation Highland Community Hospital, which opened a new facility in Picayune this year Walthall County General Hospital, a lease management agreement in Tylertown Marion General Hospital, a lease management agreement in Columbia Jefferson Davis Community Hospital, a lease management agreement in Prentiss 186 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Forrest Health Nurtures Healthcare Growth in South Mississippi Forrest General is helping increase access to healthcare across south Mississippi by strengthening its roots in Hattiesburg and branching out to the surrounding area. Over the past several years, Forrest General has expanded its market to include 19 counties across south Mississippi, working to help manage and sustain local community hospitals. This branching out has resulted in lease/management agreements with Jefferson Davis Community Hospital in Prentiss, Marion General Hospital in Columbia, and Walthall General Hospital in Tylertown. Forrest General also owns Highland Community Hospital in Picayune, and opened the doors to a brand new facility in July. These expansion efforts assure that patients in Forrest General’s service area know that their healthcare needs can be met right in their hometown. With all of these developments, Forrest General is no longer just a hospital – it is the flagship hospital of a health system. To help the public understand the relationship Forrest General has with the different partnerships already in place and to help brand future relationships, the Forrest General Board of Trustees and Forrest County Board of Supervisors have officially named the system Forrest Health. FGH OnCall FGH OnCall is a free community medical service allowing callers to speak with registered nurses who have access to a physician-approved database of medical knowledge. Nurses can also assist with physician or service referrals and registration for classes or Spirit of Women events. FGH OnCall is open from 2 – 10 p.m. each day, and can be reached by calling 1-800-844-4445. Continued Next Page
Forrest GeneralHattiesburg Clinic Area Map Forrest General on the Web Forrest General’s website features information on hospital and community events, news, information on services and programs, a virtual nursery, patient stories, the history of Forrest General and much more! Visit forrestgeneral. com to learn more about Forrest General and the hospital’s commitment to C.A.R.E. for the Pine Belt. In addition, Forrest General offers valuable networking opportunities between the community and our organization on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
has attained premier status by demonstrating excellence in women’s health programming and services. Forrest General Healthcare Foundation The Forrest General Healthcare Foundation was created to help Forrest General maintain its commitment to providing the highest quality health care available in South Mississippi. The Foundation partners with the hospital to accept gifts that will go to fund present and future needs, including its three main projects– enhancing Forrest General’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, development of an inpatient hospice home and Spirit of Women Spirit of Women is a national network of ongoing creation of the Spiritual Grounds at Pine leading hospitals dedicated to improving women’s Grove. Continued Next Page lives with innovative health and community programs. Spirit of Women hospitals touch the lives of millions of women each year through the presentation of educational events, consumer membership programs, annual conferences, marketing communications and grassroots efforts to improve the health and well-being of women… mind, body and spirit. With more than 6,300 members, Forrest General is south Mississippi’s exclusive Spirit of Women hospital and Here’s Hattiesburg! 187
Forrest General: Providing Positive Experiences by showing “We C.A.R.E.” Forrest General understands that the Forrest General Experience begins from the moment patients plan to come to our campus and that the experience extends not only to patients but to family, friends, visitors, physicians, employees and the community at large. Forrest General has embraced a philosophy and commitment to C.A.R.E., by every employee, for every patient, every time. The “We C.A.R.E.” philosophy is designed to create a positive Forrest General patient experience, whereby employees focus on providing C.A.R.E.ing moments in their daily work. We C.A.R.E. stands for: C: Communicate with Compassion and Courtesy A: Acknowledge and take Action R: Respect and Reassure the patient E: Empathize and Explain what is taking place
NEW and COMING SOON
site on the campus of Southern Bone and Joint Specialists, located at 27 Southern Pointe Parkway on Veterans Memorial Drive in Hattiesburg. The new location is part of a complex that includes offices for orthopedic surgeons, MRI Imaging and Southern Surgery Center. In addition to the 30 licensed orthopedic beds, the facility features orthopedic operating rooms, pre-operative and recovery rooms, as well as support services such as physical therapy, laboratory and diagnostic imaging services.
The Orthopedic Institute The Orthopedic Institute, opening in October 2012, will offer outpatient and inpatient orthopedic care in one location. Patients of The Orthopedic Institute will have the opportunity to recover in a facility equipped to care especially for orthopedic patients and their unique needs. The Orthopedic Adeline Parking Garage Institute will relocate 30 existing orthopedic beds Forrest General is now home to a new parking from Forrest General’s main campus to the new garage that offers 1,024 new spaces for patients, visitors and employees. Located on the south side of the hospital on Adeline Street, the five-level garage features connector ramps between the 28th Avenue Parking Garage, elevators and an openair Pedestrian Bridge connecting the 4th level of the garage to the 3rd floor lobby of the main hospital building. Heart and Vascular Center Thanks to a partnership between Forrest General and Hattiesburg Clinic’s Cardiologists, Cardiovascular Surgeons, Vascular and Thoracic Surgeons, Hattiesburg will soon be home to a Heart and Vascular Center, featuring physicians offering more than 250 years of combined experience. The future Heart and Vascular Center will combine state-of-the-art technology with compassionate care in a comfortable environment. For more information about Forrest General, call FGH OnCall at 1-800844-4445 between the hours of 2 – 10 p.m., 7 days a week, or visit forrestgeneral.com. 188 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Perry County General Hospital T
he Perry County General Hospital gives you the same technology advantages that you seein larger hospitals but at Perry County General, there is an emphasis on taking care of the individual. Our Radiology Department can provide routine X-rays, bone density scans and C.T. scans. The Ultrasound Department can administer vascular & arterial ultrasounds, echocardiograms, as well as general ultrasounds. Our Endoscopy Suite performs colonoscopies and EGD tests. We also have a full service lab in house. The Physical Therapy Department treat modalities in the neck and back and also provides excellent post surgicalrehab. We excel in patient care and provide acute care and swing bed care as well as hospice. A registered dietician is on staff as well as a skilled social worker. We are “Neighbors Caring for Neighbors” so why don’t you come see us when you need the best in medical care—Perry County General Hospital.
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Hattiesburg Clinic H
attiesburg Clinic’s roots go back to 1948 when Dr. Ramsay O’Neal, an OB-GYN physician, and Dr. Glen T. Pearson, a general surgeon, became partners. Fifteen years later, the practice grew to 10 doctors and they decided to move to their current location on 28th Avenue. Hattiesburg Clinic officially opened its doors in the new facility on May 1, 1963. Almost five decades later, Hattiesburg Clinic continues to serve as the state’s largest multispecialty clinic. More than 300 professional staff of physicians and providers offer care in over 20 primary care locations and 45 medical and surgical specialties. Along with nearly 2,000 additional employees, they have decided to work together for a common purpose, to serve the residents who live and work in South Mississippi every day. Hattiesburg Clinic continues to make available the latest advances in technology. New services include a test that can differentiate between
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essential tremors and Parkinsonian syndromes; a separate test that can help aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease; a new permanent birth control that can be administered without surgery; and a laser-treatment for dermatological conditions of the nail. Additionally, through its electronic medical records system, Hattiesburg Clinic has enhanced communication among providers and their patients. Providers are able to access patient records from other Hattiesburg Clinic and Forrest General Hospital providers in order to care for their patients. Also, patients now have the ability to access portions of their medical information through a secure, online system called Iris. By establishing an Iris account, patients can request or schedule appointment times, communicate with their providers, request prescription refills and view non-sensitive lab results. For more information on Hattiesburg Clinic or a location near you, please visit www.hattiesburgclinic.com or call 601.264.6000.
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Advanced Pain Therapy........................................195 Care Physical Therapy..........................................199 Children’s Medical Group......................................197 Dr. Jerry Gilder, DDS............................................204 Family Practice The/After Hours Clinic.....................193 Forrest General Hospital.................... Inside Front Cover Forrest General Home Care & Hospice....................188 Hattiesburg Clinic The...........................................189 Hattiesburg Clinic-OBGYN.....................................190 Hattiesburg Family Dental Care..............................203 Hattiesburg G.I. Associates....................................198 Hattiesburg Oral Surgery ......................................200
Lab Test Depot.....................................................199 Memorial Behavioral Health For Kids......................192 Oak Grove Family Clinic.......................................187 Perry County General Hospital..................................... Pine Belt Dental...................................................202 Reynolds Family Dental........................................201 Smile Time Family Dental.....................................205 Southern Neurologic & Spinal Institute....................196 Southern Smiles PLLC...........................................205 Wesley Medical Center.................... Outside Back Cover Wesley Medical Group..........................................185 Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi...................194
Wesley Medical Group/Oak Grove Family Clinic
“From the clinic to the hospital, we’re with you all the way.” Wesley Medical Group and the Oak Grove Family Clinic bring you modern medicine with a traditional, caring approach. They take the time to listen, even if your appointment runs long. They treat you the way they would treat a member of their own family. And they personally provide experienced, compassionate care whether you’re in one of their six offices, the hospital, the nursing home or, in some cases, your own home. Some of their services include writing up medical histories and providing physicals, laceration repair, EKG’s, cancer screening, following up on general health concerns, lab tests, pap smears, allergy shots, immunizations and treatment of acute illness and/or minor trauma. For more information or an appointment at one of Wesley Medical Group›s six convenient locations: 2109 Hardy St., Hattiesburg, 425 Hwy. 42, Petal, 5808 US Hwy. 11, Purvis, 4891 Hwy. 589, Sumrall, 1244 Hwy. 29 N., Ellisville, or 4891 Hwy. 589, Tylertown.
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The Family Practice/After Hours Clinic
The Family Practice/After Hours Clinic, located on the Wesley Medical Center campus, caters to the medical needs of seniors and busy families alike seven days a week. Whether you need care early in the morning, late in the evening or on weekends, they are there to help. Walk-in care is always available and with a full-service lab onsite, immediate turnaround is avail-
able on most lab results. They also offer Internet options such as Online Messaging, Appointment requests and Prescription Refill requests. Take a look at their web site at www.fpahc.com for more info. Drs. Wayne Hughes, Michael May, Terry Lowe, Stephen Lambert, Chad Diamond, Melanie Lindsey, Jason Lindsey, and Nurse Practitioner Kevin Clearman, are some of the most highly respected healthcare providers in the Hattiesburg area. They have a long-standing tradition for treating their patients as family.
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Women’s Pavilion of So. Mississippi
In 2004, The Women’s Clinic of Hattiesburg combined with Tower Pavilion to become Women’s Pavilion of South Mississippi. We now have four offices in Hattiesburg, Columbia and Ellisville, eleven Physicians, two Nurse Practitioners, and over seventy employees. Our state-of-the-art equipment gives us the latest technology and our staff provides the expertise and care needed to provide the compassionate medical care that our patients expect and receive. Some of the services we provide include pregnancy and childbirth, highrisk obstetrical care, infertilitymanagement, birth control management, 4-D ultrasonography, Urodynamics testing, P.M.S. therapy, osteoporosis, menopausal therapy, gynecological surgery, treatment of urinary incontinence, wellness screenings and DEXA bone density testing. Physicians of Women’s Pavilion include: Andrea Carter, Dean Cromartie, Lee Drake, Joel Flynt, Troy McIntire, William Pace, Catherine Sessums, Linwood Shannon, Elizabeth Washburne, Joseph Washburne and Jonathan Wiser. Our Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners are Jana Keith and Stephanie Nixon.
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Advanced Pain Therapy B. Todd Sitzman, MD and Joe Y. Kim, MD provide comprehensive pain care services to patients experiencing acute, chronic and cancer-related pain. The physicians and staff of Advanced Pain Therapy are truly “dedicated to relieving pain” and are committed to improving the quality of life for our patients. They determine the best approach to manage each individual’s pain, and understand that understand that appropriate management often involves a long-term partnership with our patients. Effective therapies may include medications, physical therapy, behavioral modification, injection-type therapies, and surgery – including spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal drug delivery. Conditions treated at Advanced Pain Therapy include neck pain, low back pain, disc herniation, degenerative disc disease, arm and leg pain, joint pain, chronic pain following cervical and lumbar spine surgery, cancer pain, complex regional pain syndrome and pain following workrelated injuries. Here’s Hattiesburg! 195
Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute
Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute specializes in disorders of the spine. The spine is at the center of a delicately balanced system that controls all of the body’s movements. Bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves work together to balance and bear the weight of the body. Any damage to any one of these components of your back’s structure can upset this fragile balance and make movement not only painful, but also difficult and even seemingly, impossible. Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute treats disorders of the entire spine including the neck to the tailbone. The Southern Neurological & Spinal Institute treats everything from back strains to spinal fractures to arthritis to herniated disks and even scoliosis. 196 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Children’s Medical Group
Our goal at Children’s Medical Group is to provide quality primary and preventive pediatric care to children and families in our community. We offer advanced medical services in a safe and friendly clinical environment. Our physicians and staff use every opportunity to educate and inform our patients and their families regarding their medical care. We specialize in general pediatric care. Our physicians are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and are Fellows in the American Academy of Pediatrics. Primary care services are provided for patients from birth to 21 years of age. Children’s Medical Group also provides a full range of pediatric care services including onsite laboratory analysis and pediatric vaccinations.
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Hattiesburg G.I. Associates Hattiesburg G.I. Associates, PLLC is conveniently located in the beautiful new Wesley Medical Park right across from Turtle Creek Mall. Their board certified physicians, H. Creed Fox, M.D., C. Troy Morrissette, M.D., Stephen E. Buckley, M.D., William Farmer, D.O. and Nurse Practitioner, Susan Wallace, C.F.N.P. pride themselves in providing expert care in gastroenterology and hepatology in a comfortable environment. Their practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, rectum, liver, pancreas and biliary system. Some of the many gastrointestinal diseases treated are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), gallstones, reflux disease, hepatitis, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s Disease, ulcerative colitis, colonic polyps and Diverticulitis. The staff of Hattiesburg G.I. Associates understands the stress and anxiety that gastrointestinal illness can cause in patients, and therefore strive to provide an atmosphere of privacy and confidentiality. The Digestive Diseases Center (DDC) is located in the same building and offers a comfortable waiting area. Outpatient testing does not require long waits, but instead, the friendly staff works hard to minimize wait time to keep patient anxiety levels low. The DDC offers the best state-of-the-art equipment in endoscopic procedures. Some of the medical services offered by the DDC are esophageal PH (Bravo) studies, consultative gastroenterology and hepatology services, EGD (upper endoscopy), flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy (lower endoscopy), and capsule endoscopy (EndoCapsule™). Patients receive caring, individual attention throughout procedures and recover in a monitored area. One of the goals of the Hattiesburg G.I. Associates is to provide education to patients in preventative care. Preventative care is important for patients in detecting early signs of serious conditions. In the United States, cancer of the colon is the fourth most common cancer among men and women. If detected early, it is often curable; therefore colorectal screenings can be lifesaving. The Hattiesburg G.I. Associates’ organized and accessible website offers questions and answers on procedures with links to multimedia tutorials to help patients feel prepared by knowing what to expect. The site also offers educational information on stomach, esophagus, colon, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. Downloadable forms such as registration, patient history and clinic policy are available from the site to help patients save time on their appointment.
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Physical Rehabilitation Care Physical Therapy
CARE Physical Therapy is a specialty, private practice dedicated to helping with those tough cases. Whether you are recovering from a surgery or trying to prevent one, CARE Physical Therapy can customize a treatment plan for you. Ask about our aquatic therapy program, cold laser, or Medx® spinal rehabilitation. We offer the most advanced rehabilitation in the region combined with a personal, hands-on approach. Treatment hours are 6:30 AM until 6:30 PM MondayThursday and 6:30 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday. We accept most insurances, Medicare, and worker’s compensation. Call Billy Cochran, PT at 296-0199, or stop by our state-of-the-art facility in Oak Grove on 98 Place Blvd. Here’s Hattiesburg! 199
DENTAL Hattiesburg Oral Surgery
Drs. Bennett York and Steve Cockerham have provided oral surgery care to the people of South Mississippi and beyond for approximately 40 years. They have recently welcomed Brantley P. Nichols, D.M.D. to their practice of oral & maxillofacial surgery in Hattiesburg. Drs. York & Cockerham are both board certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Fellows of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Nichols is board eligible and a member of AAOMS as well. Drs. York & Cockerham have been on staff at both Forrest General Hospital and Wesley Medical Center and taking trauma call since the beginning of their practice. Dr. Nichols is on staff at Forrest General Hospital and specializes in maxillofacial trauma. Dr. Cockerham served as the 59th President of the Southeastern Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. SSOMS represents approximately 700 oral & maxillofacial surgeons that practice in eleven Southeastern states. He is the only oral surgeon from Mississippi to ever hold this position. The Hattiesburg Oral Surgery staff is comprised of dedicated, caring professionals who are committed to providing the highest quality patient care possible. By providing procedures at the forefront of oral & maxillofacial surgery, Drs. York, Cockerham & Nichols strive to ensure that all patients are afforded an opportunity to receive the appropriate services necessary for their good health. Their highly trained staff consists of 3 RN’s: Traci Herrin, Taron Ward and Lauren Hogan, 2 LPN’s w/ specialized training: Sheila Tebo and Becky Revoir, surgical assistants: Kaye Entrekin, Richanna Richardson, Paula Thrash, Jennifer Bilbo, Kelli Lowery, Britney Hawkins, Kristian Burris, Traci Long, Terri Walker, Sara Hartzog and lab manager: Wanda McSwain, clerical manager: Kim Aust, patient relations: Susie Russell, Joanna Chandler, Lauren Palmer, Kim Morgan, insurance: Debbie Little, financial coordinators: Tammy Ezelle and Peggy Thompson, patient accounts: Susan Thompson, Sherri Reid, and Cindi Mullins, accounts payable and human resources: Mandy Runnels. Sandra Odom is the Office Administrator. All doctors and RN’s are ACLS certified and all clinical staff is CPR certified. Drs. York, Cockerham & Nichols offer a wide range of oral & maxillofacial procedures, including but not limited to the following: dental implants (replacement for missing teeth), surgical removal of wisdom teeth (impacted & erupted), extractions, corrective jaw surgery (for jaw deformities), removal of cyst & tumors, jaw reconstruction for dentures, TMJ Disorders, treatment of oral infections, oral pathology, facial trauma & reconstruction, sports related injuries to the mouth & jaw and the use of special IV sedation. You will always be greeted with a smile and the patient will always come first at the Hattiesburg Oral Surgery Clinic, 1421 South 28th Avenue. Give their friendly, caring staff a call for your oral surgery needs at 601.264.7611.
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Reynolds Family Dental
New patients are always welcome at the Reynolds Family Dental Clinic. Dr. Brad Reynolds, DDS, offers complete dentistry for the entire family. As a former member of the Dental Corps of the U.S. Navy, Dr. Reynolds has the experience of seeing and treating the many conditions that can attack an individual’s dental health throughout the various stages of life. Emergencies are seen promptly and the staff of the Reynolds Family Dental Clinic will always work to provide as pain free a visit as is technologically possible.
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Pine Belt Dental
Dr. John L. Guillot is a graduate of University of Southern Mississippi and received his DMD degree from the University of Mississippi in Jackson in 1995. While at University of Mississippi Medical College, he was the recipient of several academic and clinical awards. He then attended Louisiana State University’s School of Dentistry Advanced Education in General Dentistry program. During his years in practice, Dr. Guillot has continued his dedication to exceptional comprehensive dentistry by attending advance certification coursework. Because of this, he is able to offer a wide variety of dental services, ranging from general dentistry to the latest in cosmetic and laser dentistry. The newest technological addition to the Pine Belt Dental array of treatments is the E4D; a CAD/CAM crown technology. The E4D enables Dr. Guillot to fabricate high quality ceramic crowns in his office, some placed in one appointment. Dr. Guillot, the only certified member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry in the Pine Belt, was the first in Mississippi to offer the comfort and convenience of the VersaWave® Laser for indicated dental procedures. ZOOM! ® Advanced Power Plus light activated and home Professional Teeth-Whitening system, Lumineers cosmetic veneers and Adult Cosmetic Orthodontics are also part of the progressive dental experience at Pine Belt Dental. Pine Belt Dental is conveniently located at Turtle Creek Crossing, behind Bed, Bath and Beyond, to better serve your dental needs. Give Dr. Guillot a call to schedule a consultation or if you would simply like to meet him and his friendly, experienced staff prior to any treatment. They will be happy to assist you in any way possible and look forward to meeting you and your family. Your healthy smile is the top priority of Pine Belt Dental.
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Hattiesburg Family Dental Care
Lana J. Clarke, DMD and Leigh Kuyrkendall, DMD of Hattiesburg Family Dental Care, really work to make your trip to the dentist as pleasant an experience as possible. Cable TV in each treatment room makes your visit a little less intimidating. Laughing Gas can also help in making your visit as pain free as possible. Digital X-Rays are just a part of the advanced technology equipment that allows Drs. Clarke and Kuyrkendall to give each patient the latest in dental care. New adult andchildren patients are always welcome. Nosotro hablamos Espanol. We are conveniently located across from the Target Shopping Center in the shopping center with Cotton Blues. Mon. – Fri., 8 am to 5 pm. Here’s Hattiesburg! 203
Dr. Jerry Gilder, D.D.S.
If you are looking for a dentist that you can trust, then Dr. Gilder is the right choice for you. Dr. Gilder’s office is abundant with a team of professionals committed to bringing you the highest level of service supported by state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. Their mission is to provide the best dental care for all of their patients appropriate to their needs. They will strive always to treat their patients as friends who are guests in their homes, which will be treated with courtesy and respect. Dr. Gilder’s office offers a variety of services, which includes Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Crown and Bridges, Dental Bonding, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening, Root Canals, Implant Restorative, Dentures, Partials and TMJ Treatment.
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Southern Smiles
The friendly, caring staff at Southern Smiles offers a comfortable, caring environment for their patients. Dr. Jennifer Ingels Hughes, a University of Mississippi School of Dentistry graduate and Hattiesburg native, is proud to offer quality dental care in her hometown. Trained on the latest techniques and procedures, Dr. Hughes and her staff participate in continuing education to stay up-to-date on the latest in dental care. Some of the procedures and therapies Southern Smiles performs are fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, partials, dentures, root canal therapy, treatment of gum disease and extractions. Besides these, Southern Smiles also offers home and in-office whitening and cosmetic restorations. Their goal is to provide excellent dental care with beautiful results.
Smile Time Family Dentistry
The professional staff at Smile Time Family Dentistry, headed by Dr. Wendy R. McCurdy, D.D.S., provides a wide range of services in both comprehensive and cosmetic surgery. Preventive care and teeth cleaning, root canals, extraction (including wisdom teeth extraction, dentures, digital X-rays and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) are just some of the procedures/methods used in our general dentistry care. We also can provide the latest in cosmetic dentistry such as bonding and veneers, one-hour teeth whitening, tooth colored fillings, crowns/bridges as well as implants. New patients and walk-ins are always welcome. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 am – 5 pm.
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The Thad Cochran Center, Photo by Theresa Frey
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he University of Southern Mississippi was founded in 1910 to meet a great need – to provide better training for the state’s school teachers. The inspired dreams of its founders laid the foundation for educating generations of Mississippians as Southern Miss has conferred more than 120,000 degrees to its graduates. Today, Southern Miss is a Carnegie Research University that is dedicated to its vision of transforming lives and communities through providing quality education for the region. In addition, the University supports a culture of healthy minds, bodies and campuses by providing students convenient access to fitness facilities, on-campus health care, and by working toward a carbon-neutral campus. Southern Miss is home to approximately 17,000 students from 50 states and 70 countries. As the only dual-campus university in the state, Southern Miss serves students on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, in addition to five teaching and research sites in Mississippi. The University is organized into five degree-granting colleges: the College of Arts and Letters, the College of Business, the College of Education and Psychology, the College of Health, and the College of Science and Technology. The Honors College at Southern Miss is the sixth-oldest honors college in the country and offers high-achieving students the opportunity to take on a challenging curriculum. Honors College graduates are represented in the nation’s best graduate schools. Not only does Southern Miss change lives daily, but the University also keeps an eye on the future. Six construction and restoration projects are ongoing on the Gulf Park campus as the University continues a successful recovery from Hurricane Katrina. In Hattiesburg, a new residence hall complex is being planned along with new teaching facilities. The new College of Business building, Scianna Hall, will serve as a destination point for students, scholars, leaders and executives-in-training from around the world. This building will promote a sense of permanence and commitment to the future of the University as a top business school. Along with Scianna Hall, the new School of Nursing building, Asbury Hall, will allow Continued Next Page
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for an increase in nursing enrollment from the current 550 students to more than 800 and expand new programs through student interactive areas, an enlarged and enhanced clinical simulation lab, computer labs and classrooms that will promote learning in an interactive environment.
Southern Miss Points of Pride As the premier research University of the Gulf South, Southern Miss takes pride in being classified as a RU/H: Research University (high research activity) by the Carnegie Foundation for the advancement of teaching among doctorate-granting universities. Southern Miss has a long history of achieving on the field and in the classroom. As the 2011 Conference USA champions, the football team currently has 18 straight winning seasons and 10 bowl victories. In addition, the Southern Miss baseball team has made 12 regional appearances, won two
C-USA Championships and appeared in the College World Series. In 2011, track and field star Tori Bowie won both the indoor and outdoor NCAA championships in the long jump, becoming the first studentathlete to ever achieve this in Southern Miss history. In 2011, not only was Southern Miss home to all of the state’s top collegiate athletic awards, the Howell, Conerly and Ferris trophies, but our men’s athletics program also captured the David M. Halbrook Award for Academic Achievement. This award is given to the public university in Mississippi that has the best graduation rate. This was the eighth consecutive time for the men’s program to win the award and the ninth time overall. A haven for the arts, the University is one of 33 universities in the nation that is accredited in all four arts disciplines: theatre, dance, art and music. Not only does the University host more than 300 arts events every year, but the Southern Miss School of Music produced more than 350 performances last year featuring world-renowned guest artists and faculty/student performances, providing experiences unparalleled in Mississippi. The season included 20 guest artists, more than 150 student recitals and 50 educational outreach performances. In 2011, Century Park, Southern Miss’ state-of-the-art residential complex achieved LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold Certification. LEED is the nation’s preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. The Princeton Review has also recognized Southern Miss as being a Green University. In reaching beyond the campus, Southern Miss’ students and faculty members contribute more than 42,000 hours of volunteer service to the surrounding community each year. In addition, the university has been honored with the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for the many ways in which its students, faculty, staff and programs engage and enhance the people and places of South Mississippi and beyond. With a tradition of academic and athletic success, it’s no wonder that in both 2011 and 2012, the U.S. News & World Report ranked Southern Miss as the most popular university in Mississippi. Here’s Hattiesburg! 207
1. Art Studio - 3D 2. Arthell Kelley Hall 3. Liberal Arts Building 4. Athletic Trailers 5. Beedie Smith Clinic 6. Bennett Auditorium 7. Bernard Reed Green Coliseum 8. Bobby Chain Technology Building 9. Center for Community and Civic Engagement 10. Community Health Sciences 11. The Center for Child Development 12. College Hall 13. Danforth Chapel 14. DuBard School 15. McPhail Building 16. University Clinic for Family Therapy 17. Ferlise Ticket Office 18. Forrest County Hall
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19. Fritzsche-Gibbs Hall 20. George Hurst Building 21. School of Nursing 22. Honor House 23. HP & R Building 24. The Hub 25. International Center 26. Johnson Science Tower 27. Joseph A. Greene Hall 28. Joseph Cook Library 29. Kate Hubbard House 30. Kennard-Washington Hall 31. Lucas Administration Building 32. Athletic Center 33. M. M. Roberts Stadium 34. Mannoni Performing Arts Center 35. Fine Arts Building 36. McCain Library and Archives
37. McLemore Hall 38. Ogletree Alumni House 39. Leech House 40. Owings-McQuagge Hall 41. Payne Center 42. Pete Taylor Park 43. Thames Polymer Science Center 44. Power House Restaurant 45. R. C. Cook Union Building 46. Shafer Center for Crisis Intervention 47. Bell Track and Field and Soccer Complex 48. Softball Complex 49. Southern Hall 50. J.B. George Building 51. Stout Hall 52. Thad Cochran Center 53. Theatre and Dance Building 54. Tower Place
55. Trent Lott Center 56. University-Affiliated Programs 57. Walker Science Building 58. Yelverton House 59. Bolton Residence Hall 60. Bond Hall 61. Hattiesburg Residence Hall 62. Hickman Residence Hall 63. Hillcrest Dormitory 64. Jones Residence Hall 65. Mississippi Residence Hall 66. Oseola McCarty Residence Hall 67. Pinehaven Family Housing 68. Pulley Residence Hall 69. Roberts Residence Hall 70. Scott Residence Hall 71. Vann Residence Hall 72. Wilber Residence Hall
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WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY F
or more than 120 years, William Carey University has offered quality education to students from Mississippi and beyond. Working in friendly cooperation with the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1911, the private liberal arts university offers the bachelor, masters, specialist, and doctor of osteopathic medicine degrees, Ed.D in Higher Education Leadership, and Ph.D. in Nursing. Carey continues to produce graduates who excel in scholarship, leadership and service. Campuses are located in Hattiesburg, Biloxi, and New Orleans. Designated as one of “America’s Best College Buys” for the second consecutive year, the ranking honors Carey for its impressive ACT scores and high school grade point averages of incoming freshmen. Both are above the national average, while the cost of tuition is below the national average for private colleges. WCU Carey Scholars, freshmen who meet stringent scholastic criteria, receive 30 hours of tuition per year and a room waiver. Other accolades include being named a “Military Friendly School.” Reaching out to a global community, WCU has signed an agreement with a university in China establishing teaching and learning exchange programs for educators and students from both countries. Other international travel opportunities include a study program in Spain, travel classes to Biblical lands, and mission trips to Peru, Africa, Canada, and other countries. The Baptist Student Union routinely reaches out to the community by offering apartment ministries that include tutoring programs and recreational
activities. In addition, the BSU sponsors HubServe volunteer projects, and home and foreign mission efforts. The BSU received the Courts Redford Award for Excellence from the North American Mission Board for sending student missionaries to sites in the U.S. and abroad. The new College of Osteopathic Medicine opened in August 2010 with an inaugural class of 110. It is one of 26 such institutions in the United States. Doctors of osteopathic medicine (D.O.s) focus on a system of diagnosis and treatment that considers the whole person. Training of D.O.s emphasizes primary care areas of family medicine, internal medicine, OBGYN and emergency medicine. In August 2012 there were 310 medical students enrolled with third year students participating in clinical rotations in four states. The Joe and Virginia Tatum Theatre was dedicated in October 2010 with the first production in the new building held following the ceremony. The theatre features a catwalk, high ceilings and a serving area for dinner theatre. The nationally recognized theatre produces three major plays and a series of student directed one acts during the academic year and the Carey Dinner Theatre in the summer. Since 1995 several Carey productions have been honored by the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival with performances at the state and regional festivals. The $14 million Tradition Campus opened in August 2009 in Harrison County on Hwy 67. Phase I included administrative and classroom buildings which house nursing labs, a student lounge, library, computer lab, classrooms, and offices. The Tradition Continued Next Page
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Campus was honored with a Mississippi Associated Builders and Contractors Award for Excellence in Construction. A wing to the Joseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing was dedicated in 2008. The Hattiesburg nursing school addition features a 104-seat auditorium, and state of the art classrooms, study rooms, offices and conference area. The nursing program maintains an impressive pass rate on the NCLEXRN examination, which provides licensure for nurses. Dedicated in 2009, the Sarah Ellen Gillespie Museum of Art houses more than 600 works by Mississippi artists. Ms. Gillespie, a long-time patron of the arts, collected the art over six decades. It is the most complete collection in existence of 20th century art works by Mississippians. The collection features artists such as Walter Anderson, Kate Freeman Clark, William Hollingsworth, Theora Hamblett, Karl Wolfe, Wyatt Waters and Ethel Wright Mohamed. The museum also hosts special exhibits and related cultural programming. The Lucile Parker Gallery houses four collections: the Lucile Parker Collection, the Dr. Larry H. Day Collection, the Brian Blair Collection, and the William Carey Collection. Named for Miss Lucile Parker, chair of the art department and a Mississippi artist known for her botanical drawings, paintings, and portrait work, the gallery features local, state, and nationally known artists throughout the year. Both galleries are located on the Hattiesburg campus.
Preserving the culture and history significant to Carey is an important priority. Donnell Hall, which houses the Center for the Study of the Life and Work of William Carey, is a museum and research facility. The exhibition includes original letters from the “Father of Modern Missions,” William Carey, his childhood spelling dictionary, rare Indian botanical prints, coins, medals and stamps associated with Carey, and a large collection of Serampore Bibles and other books. The center’s website (www. wmcarey.edu/carey) has received international acclaim. As a vital part of Hattiesburg, the university has committed itself to cleaning up and maintaining the Continued Next Page
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environment. The Green Committee, organized to research ways the institution can conserve energy and help the environment, offers eco-friendly information to students, faculty and staff and organizes recycling drives. Other initiatives include using environmentally safe cleaning products, installing additional trash cans around campus, and monitoring climate thermostats. The university offers fourteen intercollegiate sports and made the transition in 2010 to the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC), now one of the most comprehensive and talented NAIA conferences in the nation. The SSAC includes institutions from Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Carey produces nationally ranked teams, conference championships and national tournament appearances by most sports. Many of the student-athletes and coaches are honored for their individual athletic and academic abilities. Carey’s intercollegiate program participates in the NAIA Champions of Character Initiative and strives to exemplify the core values of respect, integrity, sportsmanship, servant leadership and responsibility. Dr. Tommy King has served as president since April 2007. Under his leadership Carey has experienced remarkable growth in enrollment, established the College of Osteopathic Medicine, finalized exchange agreements with a Chinese university, and constructed a new campus in Biloxi and seven new buildings on the Hattiesburg campus. Carey offers baccalaureate degrees in the areas of arts and letters, education, natural and behavioral sciences, business, religion, music, and nursing. Masters degrees are offered in business administration, education, counseling psychology, music education, nursing, biomedical science, English, mathematics, and a specialist in higher education administration. The doctor of osteopathic medicine is also offered along with the Ph. D. in Nursing and Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration. 212 Here’s Hattiesburg!
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PEARL RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE where your future begins!
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earl River Community College has been singled out as one of the best two-year colleges in the country as it continues to provide affordable, quality education to thousands of South Mississippi students. PRCC is one of just 120 institutions selected to compete for the prestigious $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Only three other Mississippi colleges - Itawamba, Meridian and Missisisppi Gulf Coast community colleges were selected. PRCC is a finalist for the second consecutive year. Top administrators recently participated in a conference call with the Aspen Prize committee, an indication that PRCC is a strong contender to be selected as one of 10 semi-finalists. The winner will be announced in March 2013. PRCC provides academic transfer for students seeking their first two years of study leading to a bachelor’s degree as well as careertechnical training to prepare students for the workforce. Students can attend classes at the main campus in Poplarville, the Forrest County Center in Hattiesburg or the Hancock Center in Waveland, at satellite facilities, at night, on weekends and/or enroll on-line. At all of our campuses, students find a learning community alive with technology, education innovation and personal enrichment, all at an affordable price. Students can choose from among more than 40 academic programs, all taught by highly qualified instructors, leading to an associate’s degree. Two-year technical programs also lead to an associate’s degree while career courses offer a certificate of completion for mastering a core curriculum, usually within a year. Consider these facts about Pearl River Community College: PRCC maintains a small studentto-teacher ratio, encouraging individual instruction. PRCC provides a variety of scholarship opportunities, including aca214 Here’s Hattiesburg!
demic, service and foundation scholarships. PRCC enjoys a winning tradition in intercollegiate athletic programs, including football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball and men’s and women’s soccer. PRCC offers numerous clubs and organizations, along with intramural activities, to enhance the college experience. PRCC’s Spirit of the River marching band, String of Pearls dance team, RiverRoad show choir, The Voices ensemble and the Pearl River Singers are among the best in the state. Construction underway New buildings are going up on both the Poplarville and Forrest County Center campuses. In Poplarville, construction is well underway on the Ethel Holden Brownstone Center for the Performing Arts. The center, set for completion in the spring, will seat close to 900 in an auditorium equipped with stateof-the-art sound and lighting equipment. The center is named for Ethel Holden Brownstone, a 1931 graduate of Pearl River County Agricultural High School (PRCC’s predecessor) who left the college $4.7 million in her estate. The auditorium will be named the Martin and Dolores Smith Auditorium. Both are graduates of Pearl River; Martin is the college’s long-time attorney and Dolores taught business education for 40 years. Also in Poplarville, construction has started on the Marvin R. White Coliseum. The facility replaces the one of the same name destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and will house PRCC’s athletic administration offices as well as the basketball gym and dressing rooms. The $8.9 million facility is expected to be finished in about a year. At the Forrest County Center in Hattiesburg, work is on-going on the $3.6 million Career and Technical Center. The building will house the welding, electronics, and heating-air conditioning and refrigeration programs. When it is finished before the 2014 fall semester, spaces currently
occupied by those programs will be renovated to provide more classroom space as well as a larger bookstore and grill. Campus life While education is taken very seriously at Pear River Community College, classroom work is only one part of a rewarding college experience. For many students, the first step away from home is made as a dorm resident, adjusting to new freedoms and responsibilities. With a combination of four residence halls built in the past six years and renovated historic buildings, along with a professional campus police force, PRCC’s dorm policies are tailored to make that transition easier. College life should also be fun, and at Pearl River, we have a strong activities program which sponsors dances, movies, intramural competition ranging from chess to flag football, and other social activities throughout the year. We also have a large number of active educational and social organizations, including Phi Theta Kappa international honor society, Collegiate DECA, Skills USA, the Baptist Student Union, Catholic Youth Association, Wesley Foundation and campus publications - The Drawl newspaper, The Wildcat year disk and the PRCC Film Production program. While most of our students come from our six-county district - Forrest, Hancock, Jefferson Davis, Lamar, Marion and Pearl River counties students from all across Mississippi attend PRCC. One of the nicest experiences a student has at Pearl River Community College is making new friends - the kind that will last a lifetime. Enrollment Fall 2011 enrollment peaked at 5,400, down slightly from a record set in fall 2010. The slight enrollment decrease conforms to a trend seen statewide at two-year and four-year colleges. Spring 2012 enrollment, traditionally lower than fall, stood at 4,650. Many courses can be taken on-line Continued Next Page
or in a hybrid format that combines classroom and on-line work. More than 1,650 PRCC students enrolled in one or more on-line courses in spring 2012. PRCC enrolled its inaugural class of Honors Institute students in fall 2011. Up to 30 top students are accepted annually for the Honors Institute on the Poplarville campus and up to 20 at the Forrest County Center in Hattiesburg. Pearl River’s commitment to student support increased in the fall 2011 semester with the opening of the Student Success Center at the Forrest County Center. A Student Success Center opened a year earlier on the Poplarville campus. Funded by a $2 million Title III federal grant, the centers provide a learning lab and one-on-one counseling and advisement as well as monthly workshops. “These efforts are helping PRCC students to be prepared to be successful in future pursuits,” said Dr. William Lewis, PRCC president. “Whether it be to enter the workplace immediately upon graduation or to continue to pursue additional higher education, our students will be among the most prepared in the country.” Workforce Education PRCC’s Workforce Education Division continues to lead the way in providing training for South Mississippi industry. During summer 2012, PRCC provided a basic instrumentation course for employees of three companies in Hancock County. Workforce instructors have also assisted several companies and/or governmental entities with training needed for industry certification for employees. PRCC continues to work with Stion Inc., a solar panel manufacturer which opened a plant in Hattiesburg by providing pre-employment screening and training. PRCC also provided temporary office space for Stion at the Lowery A. Woodall Advanced Technology Center. Putting together industry-specific training is a primary function of the college’s workforce mission. “We do it all the time, based on a particular employer’s needs,” said Dr. Scott Alsobrooks, vice president for economic and community development. The Stion project was just one of several partnerships bringing needed training to South Mississippi. The construction equipment operators program turns out graduates needed
throughout the area and the utility lineman technology program is training people to move intoan industry that is seeing its experienced workforce nearing retirement. PRCC recently completed a pilot pipefitting course to train workers for entry-level employment. The course is being offered at night this fall at both the Poplarville campus and the Hancock Center. Computer training especially geared toward those seeking employment is offered through a partnership with PRCC and the state WIN Job Centers.
President Dr. William A. Lewis Vice President for General Education and Technology Services Dr. Martha Lou Smith Vice President for Poplarville Campus and Hancock Center Dr. Adam Breerwood Vice President for Forrest County Operations Dr. Cecil Burt Dean of Hancock Center Raymunda Barnes Public Relations Director Chuck Abadie
Pearl River Community College 101 U.S. Highway 11 North Poplarville, MS 39470 Forrest County Center 5448 U.S. Highway 49 South, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 • 601 554-5505 Woodall Advanced Technology Center 906 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 • 601 554-4667 Hancock Center 454 U.S. Highway 90, Suite D, Waveland, MS 39576 • 228 467-2761 Enrollment 5,400 (three campuses) Counties in district Forrest, Hancock, Jefferson Davis, Lamar, Marion, Pearl River
Pearl River Community College Poplarville Main number................ 601 403-1000 Recruitment................. 601 403-1197 Admissions................... 601 403-1214 Finanical aid................. 601 403-1029 GED............................ 601 403-1098 Forrest County Center Main number................ 601 554-5500 Vice president............... 601 554-5505 Education director......... 601 554-5560 Adult education............ 601 554-5551 GED 601 554-5551 Workforce education601 554-5547 Allied health programs601 554-5500 Hancock Center Main number 228 467-2761 Check us out at www.prcc.edu
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PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL E
stablished in 1976, Presbyterian Christian School (PCS) has a distinguished reputation for a superior college prepa ratory program within a Christian intellectual, social, and moral framework. Operating on three campuses with just over 1,000 students, PCS offers an extensive and challenging academic program, including a full range of Advanced Place ment (AP), Dual Credit, and Honors courses, a competitive interscholastic athletic program, modern technology and fine arts. Our passionate commitment to excellence is reflected by a 100% college admittance rate for our graduates. PCS graduates have been admitted to top colleges and universities including Air Force Academy, Belhaven College, Brown University, Duke University, Emory University, Georgia Tech University, Millsaps College, Mississippi College, Mississippi State University, University of Florida, University of Mississippi, University of Southern Mississippi, and 216 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Vanderbilt University to name a few. In the last five years PCS graduates have been offered scholarships and other financial aid totaling over $18.4 million, which amounts to $55,000 per student. Since the year 2000, PCS has been blessed with 29 National Merit Scholars. Presbyterian Christian School offers a comprehensive sports program and competes with other schools in the AAA divi sion of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools. Students may participate in junior varsity and varsity football, junior varsity and varsity girls’ and boys’ basketball, girls’ and boys’ soccer, track and cross country, swimming, JV & Varsity girls volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis and golf. PCS choral and visual art students have won numerous state awards. The drama and music departments continue to entertain us and the community with fine productions including but not limited to Oklahoma, Wizard of Oz and Beauty and the Beast.
The achievement of our students is a tribute to the outstanding faculty at PCS.With enthusiasm, energy, creativity, and individual attention, PCS teachers seek to ignite the spark of curiosity in every student. Equally important, they inspire our students to a love of God, truth, wisdom, goodness and beauty. The Lord has blessed PCS with an experienced, highly degreed, and certified teaching staff. Our faculty has an average of over 15 years experience, with over 43% having earned advanced degrees (masters, doctorates). For more information about Presbyterian Christian School, you may contact Dr. Allen Smithers, Headmaster, at 601-582-4956; Mr. Scott Griffith, Elementary Principal at 601268-3867; Mr. Chip Jones, High School Principal at 601-582-4956; or Mrs. Kathy McKellar, Director of Preschool at 601-450-0189.
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL
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ounded in 1900 by the Sisters of Mercy, Sacred Heart Catholic School of Hattiesburg enjoys a history steeped in tradition, service and scholarship. It is the only Catholic school in the area and is located within the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood. With an enrollment of more than 700 students in Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grades, Sacred Heart’s student body is diverse, representing various racial, ethnic, economic and religious groups. The Sacred Heart faculty and staff is comprised of dedicated and experienced professionals. Sacred Heart Catholic School is the largest school in the Diocese of Biloxi, and is fully accredited by the Mississippi State Department of Education and AdvancEd/Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. It is recognized as a faith-filled school marked by respect for the individual and excellence in academics. Scholarship Sacred Heart prides itself on its strong academic reputation focused on preparing students for college. Students
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score above the national average on all standardized tests, with the elementary school in the top 20% and the high school in the top 10% in the country. The class of 2012’s average ACT was 24.4, while the class of 2011 average ACT was 25.4. Many advanced level and Advanced Placement classes are offered at the high school level, as well as Latin, French and Spanish, and a variety of elective courses. With the combinations of small class sizes, masterful and caring teachers, enthusiastic students, and an ambitious curriculum, success is ensured. The Arts The Arts are alive and well at Sacred Heart Catholic School. They are an essential part of the curriculum, incorporating an opportunity for creative expression through music, band, dance, drama, choir, painting, sculpture and ceramics. Sacred Heart is one of approximately 50 schools in the State of Mississippi to receive the Whole Schools Initiative grant from The Mississippi Arts Commission, allowing our teachers to use the arts as a vehicle promoting a higher quality of
instruction and learning for all students in all areas of the curriculum. Student Life Sacred Heart Catholic High School students have many opportunities to develop physically, socially, and emotionally through participation in a variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The Campus Ministry, student government, speech and debate team, mock trial team, student publications, service groups, academic honor societies, choir, dance team, cheerleading, drama and special interest clubs are representative examples of the more than 18 co-curricular activities available to students. The Mock Trial team has a history of State Championships, while the Speech and Debate teams have been recognized at the state and national level. Athletics Sacred Heart enjoys statewide and regional recognition for its competitive athletic programs.Varsity teams compete in the 1A classification of the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) in swimming, cross country, volleyball, football, soccer, basketball, softball, tennis, golf, track and baseball. In 2011-2012, Sacred Heart accomplished a State Championship in boys soccer and individual state championships in swimming, tennis and track. The tennis team was the South State Champion, and several other teams were district champions. The school awarded 53 scholar athletes, and placed 2nd of 1A schools for the MHSAA All Sports Award. Faith Sacred Heart Catholic School provides opportunities for each student to deepen his or her relationship with Christ and with other members of the Christian community. The religion classes in the elementary and high school teach concerns for the individual, service to the community and caring for others. Community service is performed to broaden students’ views and to make them aware of the needs around them. It is through the hours spent giving service that students share the church’s ministry of working for justice and peace. Sacred Heart welcomes students from all ethnic, religious and social backgrounds. Programs are based upon a shared sense of respect for the contributions of every student. The presence of students from other faiths and backgrounds provides a wonderful diversity to the school. For more than 100 years, Sacred Heart has given students a foundation for a life of leadership and success. As its elementary and high school programs grow, Sacred Heart Catholic School remains committed to providing the best education possible to students.
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s a ministry of Central Baptist Church, Dr. C.R. Williams, former Pastor Emeritus, founded Central Baptist School (CBS) in 1962. Through the years, the school has provided a fully-graded academic program as well as solid courses in Biblical studies in which students may grow academically and spiritually. The kindergarten and elementary classes use the A Beka Book curriculum, which emphasizes a strong phonics base for the lower grades. We have found that not only do our students learn to read well but also achieve consistently higher S.A.T. scores than the average norm. Our 7th-12th grade academic curriculum (primarily A Beka Book) offers college preparatory courses and meets all of the science, English, history, math, and elective requirements of the university standards. As a member of the Mississippi Association of Christian Schools (MACS), CBS students compete in areas of academics, music art, Bible and platform. As a member of the Gulf Coast Christian Conference (GCCC), our athletes compete in volleyball, flag football, and basketball. Central Baptist School is located on U.S. Highway 49 South in Hattiesburg, MS. Visitors are welcome. Tours can be arranged by calling the Administrator at 601-544-0161.
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BENEDICT DAY SCHOOL B
enedict Day School opened with seven children in August 2008 and has now grown to over 80 children from grades kindergarten through sixth grade. BDS’ curriculum is specially designed for highly capable learners in a Christian environment. At BDS, students have the opportunity to learn with their intellectual peers in an atmosphere that nurtures their natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge. An emphasis on the development of creativity, critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, and the exploration of relationships between concepts is central to learning at BDS. The teachers use a broad array of teaching resources, provide students with opportunities for both individual and small group instruction, and incorporate hands-on, experiential learning throughout the curriculum. Parents are very involved in developing the concepts for each month and participating in regular programs and visits. Benedict Day School’s K-6 Grade Program Features: A challenging, integrated, concept-based curriculum that allows students to make connections and explore topics in depth. Projects that encourage creativity, problem solving and the development of critical thinking skills. Experiential learning that allows students to learn by doing. Academic skills at an appropriate pace for each learner. Small classes of 14 or fewer students. A supportive, caring, community where individual gifts are celebrated.
Specialty classes of Music, Visual Art, Art and Music History, Latin, Library, Destination Imangination and Physical Education. Those interested in learning more about Benedict Day School may visit our website at www.benedictdayschool.com or call 601-450-4413 to make an appointment for a tour. Benedict Day School does not discriminate due to race, ethnicity, or creed. Benedict Day School - 27 Veritas Lane, Sumrall, MS 39482
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HATTIESBURG
Alpha Christian School 1101 N Main St................. 601-583-3144 Charlyn’s Watch Me Grow Childcare 404 Cox Ave...................... 601-264-2546 Crayon College 16 Courtland Dr................. 601-264-1195 Creative Kids 205 Methodist Hospital Blvd Hattiesburg........................ 601-268-5220 330 Hegwood Rd............... 601-268-9293 Early Years Children’s Ctr. 206 S 30th Ave................. 601-264-5054 Faith Roots Preschool 2184 Old Hwy 24.............. 601-602-4804 Family YMCA The 3719 Veterans Memorial Dr Hattiesburg........................ 601-583-4000 Family YMCA-Gandy Ctr. 2201 S 28th Avenue Ext... 601-268-0808 Grace Community Schools 30 Pioneer Rd S................. 601-264-3992 Guiding Light Learning Ctr. 183 Old Airport Rd............ 601-544-9222 Hawkins Early Headstart Ctr. 526 Forrest St................... 601-582-8856 Heritage Pre-School, 3 Baracuda Dr. (Just off Hwy 98 W).......... 601-261-3358 Howard Christian Children Ctr. 410 Southern Ave.............. 601-582-7796 Just Like Home Child Care LLC 13 Johnson Rd.................. 601-543-0630 Kangaroo Pouch 115 Sandy Run Rd............ 601-261-0782 Kid’s Inc/Kids Academy 339 N 25th Ave................. 601-602-4684 Land Of Make Believe Day Care 11 Shoreline Blvd.............. 601-264-9977 M & M Learning Factory 30 Town Ctr. Sq................. 601-336-6757 Mt. Olive Baptist Church 110 Everett St................... 601-582-5136
Myers Childcare 1101 Dabbs St.................. 601-583-4300 Myers Preschool 412 J C Killingsworth Dr... 601-545-9299 N. E. E. D. S. II Child Care Ctr 166 Old Airport Rd............ 601-544-5500 Oak Grove Learning Ctr. 2561 Old Highway 24....... 601-264-4609 Parkway Heights United Meth. Church 2420 Hardy St................... 601-544-7873 River Of Life Preschool 6837 Hwy 98 W................ 601-268-0246 TJ's Learner Ctr. 6023 Hwy 49 S.................. 601-543-2304 True Light Creative Learning Ctr. 840 N Main St................... 601-583-8709 Univ. Of So. Miss. Child Care Ctr. 3400 Morningside Dr......... 601-266-5294
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Head Start E 5th Ave, Lumberton....... 601-796-3113 Kids Kampus Daycare 907 W Main Ave, Lumberton......................... 601-796-4208
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Family YMCA The 547 Hillcrest Loop, Petal... 601-583-9399 Main Street Station 208 S Main St, Petal.......... 601-544-0810 Play School Child Care Ctr. 108 Valley Dr, Petal........... 601-544-4018
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Be A Kid Childcare Ctr. Happy Memories Child Care Ctr. 70 Logaras Cir, Purvis....... 601-794-6320 285 Shattles Loop, Yellow Brick Road Day Care Ctr. Brooklyn............................ 601-583-0616 52 E Sunset Dr, Purvis...... 601-794-8842
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o meet the changes of the incredible pace of the global and the modern American lifestyle, the Hattiesburg Public School District has been adapting programs to meet the challenges. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Annie Wimbish, the Hattiesburg Public School District (HPSD) is continuing its push to improve its academic achievements and its contributions to the lives of its students and the community. The Hattiesburg Public School District is committed to helping its students reach the highest level of success. HPSD’S Advanced Academic Opportunities programs challenges students at a higher academic level. Also, HPSD has programs to help students who need academic assistance. The HPSD schools feature PreAdvanced Placement courses at the middle school, 13 Advanced Placement courses at the high school, the gifted program beginning in elementary school, and the Dual Enrollment Program allowing students to earn college credit at Hattiesburg High School.
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The Hattiesburg Public School District is committed to providing its students every opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills to compete in a global society. They try to make Technology Integration a central part of the curriculum, giving students exposure to new and changing technologies at every level. Whether it's Interactive White Boards in the classrooms, laptop carts and wireless networks, video conferences via Voice-Over IP Phones, the injection molding in its Polymer Science Program--the ability to adapt with changing technology will allow students to grasp the core concepts and applications of whatever new system they encounter. HPSD’s partnership with USM in Polymer Science is a great example of the beneficial value of the Technology Integration program. HPSD has a nationally recognized Forensics Department with numerous regional and national awards. The HHS Forensics Team (named the top program in the state by the National Forensics League) provides experiences in Theater, Debate, Mock Trial, Youth Congress, and Community Service. Their alums can be found in award winning musicals on Broadway, as District Attorneys, as CEO's, as musicians for the Grammy Awards,
and they even had an alum in the Mississippi Lieutenant Governor's Office! The Music in Education programs are another example of how Hattiesburg Public Schools offers its student creative educational opportunities. Hattiesburg Public Schools offers music education at every level from elementary school all the way through high school. Music education helps the students better grasp concepts of math and science, it gives them tangible examples of historical significance, and it helps them develop social skills. The HPSD’s Music Education Program features choral music, show choirs, marching band, jazz band, and many orchestral opportunities with the Strings program. HPSD’s partnership with USM on the Strings program sends Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra members to HPSD schools a few times a year to help instruct Strings students. opportunities By increasing through curriculum and extra-curricular activities, the Hattiesburg Public School District is giving its student the skills and ability to learn and adapt in the ever-changing landscape of the modern global economy.
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Public Schools Forrest Agricultural School District
Forrest County School District
Hattiesburg School District
www.aggies.myownpage.net/fcahs
www.forrest.k12.ms.us
www.hpsd.k12.ms.us
DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER 790 Elk Lakes Rd. Dixie, MS 39401..............601-582-4890
LILLIE BURNEY ELEMENTARY (K-6) 901 Ida Street Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-582-5291
EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER 316 Travillion Dr. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-584-9303
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (K-6) 2207 West Seventh St. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-583-0662
FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL 215 Old US Hwy 49 E Brooklyn, MS 39425.......601-582-4741 FORREST AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 215 Old US Hwy 49 E Brooklyn, MS 39425.......601-582-4102
NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER 702 Eatonville Road Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-584-6466 NORTH FORREST JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL 693 Eatonville Rd. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-545-9304 RAWLS SPRINGS ATTENDANCE CENTER 10 Archie Smith Rd. Rawls Springs, MS 39455 ..................................601-268-2217 SOUTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER 8 Burborne Street Brooklyn, MS 39425.......601-545-7714 FORREST COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 1977 Hattiesburg, MS 39403....601-545-6055
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G.L.HAWKINS ELEMENTARY (K-6) 526 Forest Street Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-583-4311 ROWAN ELEMENTARY 500 M.L.K. Drive Hattiesburg, MS 39401.....601-583-0960 W.I. THAMES (K-6) 2900 Jamestown Rd. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-582-6655 F.B. WOODLEY (K-6) 2600 O’Ferrall St. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-583-8112 HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL 301 Hutchinson Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-544-0811 N.R. BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL (7-8) 174 W.S.F. Tatum Dr. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-582-0536 MARY BETHUNE ALTERNATIVE CENTER 610 Dumas Ave. Hattiesburg, MS 39401....601-584-6311 HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 1569, 301 Mamie Street Hattiesburg, MS 39403....601-584-6283
Public Schools Petal School District www.petalschools.com PETAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1179 Highway 42 East Petal, MS 39465......601-582-7454 PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY 400 Hillcrest Loop Petal, MS 39465.............601-584-7660 PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL 60 Herrington Petal, MS 39465..............601-554-7244 PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL 203 E Central Ave Petal, MS 39465..............601-584-6301 PETAL HIGH SCHOOL 1145 Hwy 42 T Petal, MS 39465..............601-583-3538 PETAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 115 E Central Ave Petal, MS 39465..............601-545-3002
LAMAR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT www.lamar.k12.ms.us BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL 5531 Hwy. 13 Lumberton, MS 39455... (601) 796-4483 OAK GROVE PRIMARY ELEMENTARY 70 Leaf Lane Hattiesburg, MS 39402...601-264-9764
OAK GROVE LOWER ELEMENTARY 1762 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402...601-268-3862
LUMBERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
OAK GROVE UPPER ELEMENTARY 1760 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402...601-264-6771
LUMBERTON HIGH SCHOOL (7-12) (Separate Building for 7-8) 7920 S. Hwy. 11 Lumberton, MS 39455......601-796-2451
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL 2543 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402...601-264-2822 OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL 5198 Old Hwy. 24 Hattiesburg, MS 39402...601-264-7232 SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 198 Todd Rd. Sumrall, MS 39482........601-758-4289 SUMRALL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Center St. Sumrall, MS 39482........601-758-4730 PURVIS LOWER ELEMENTARY 5976 US Hwy 11 Purvis, MS 39475............601-794-3302 PURVIS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 310 Mitchell Avenue Purvis, MS 39475...........601-794-2959 PURVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL 220 School St. Purvis, MS 39475...........601-794-1068 PURVIS HIGH SCHOOL 220 School St. Purvis, MS 39475...........601-794-6221 LAMAR COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 300 North St. Purvis, MS 39475...........601-794-1030
LUMBERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (1-6) 7922 S. Hwy. 11 Lumberton, MS 39455......601-796-3721 LUMBERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 107 E 10th Ave Lumberton, MS.................601-796-2441
PERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT www.perry.k12.ms.us PERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, 105 Main St New Augusta, MS 39462.... 601-964-3211 BEAUMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1300 Beaumont-Brooklyn Rd. Beaumont, MS 39423.....601-784-3393 NEW AUGUSTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 100 8TH Ave S. New Augusta, MS 39462..601-964-3226 RUNNELSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9214 Hwy. 42 Petal, MS 39465..............601-544-2811 PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 9899 Hwy 98 E New Augusta, MS 39462... 601-964-3235 PERRY COUNTY VO-TECH 9899A Hwy 98 New Augusta, MS 39462... 601-964-8282
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Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, AME, Seventh Day Adventist, Mormon, Church of God, Church of Christ, Christian Science, Nazarene, Jehovah’s Witnesses, CME and several independent churches. you should be able to find a church within your denomination or, you will he Hattiesburg area is home to be able to investigate a wide variety around 40 different Christian denomi- of worship experiences available to nations, Islamic center and a Jewish you as move into the area. synagogue. The Baptist churches Churches or synagogues in the represent the greatest amount of Hattiesburg area offer a worship churches in the area but there are location most importantly but they Episcopalian, Methodist, Roman also offer something more. There is a sense of belonging and identity that comes from finding one’s spiritual home. you will find that when you talk to people. Where you go to church or where others go to church is many times a topic of conversation. you’ll probably hear that more in this area than other areas of the country. you’re right in the middle of the Bible Belt and that defines many people’s lives here. Religion runs deep here in Forrest and Lamar counties. We hope you will find your worship home if you so wish.
Carterville Baptist Church
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Local Clergy Favorite Bible Verses
Rev. Marian D Fortner
Trust in th e Lord with all thy heart a nd lean no t o ow n u n n thine de ing. Ackn rs ta n d owledge Him in a ll thy wa ys, and He shall dire ct thy path s.
Trinity Episc
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Proverbs 3: 5-
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15Now if you are unwilling to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River or the gods of the
Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 The Very Reverend Dr. Susan Bear, Rector, The Episcopal Church of the Ascension
Trinity Episcopal Church
Community Bible Church
23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men; Col 3:23 (ESV)
Tom Fethe 1 Peter 4:10 “Each one should u w h a t e se ver gift he h receive as d to serve oth-
ers, faithfu lly a d m in is te rin g G o d ’s g ra c e in it s va ri o us forms.”
Commun ity Bible Ch urch
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
St. Thomas Catholic Church
26When the disci-
ples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. "It's a ghost," they said, and cried out in fear.
27But Jesus immediately said to them: "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.
Matthew 14: 26-27 (NIV) New International Version
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16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 (KJV)
The Lord's Prayer
The Labyrinth at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension
Central Baptist Church
Our Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the glory, For ever and ever. Amen.
1 Judge not, that you be not judged. 2 For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you. 3 Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Matthew 7:1-5 Matthew 7:1-3 (ESV)
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Courtesy Silver Airways/SBPR
transportation Hattiesburg - Laurel Regional Airport
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outh Mississippi’s gateway to the world, the Hattiesburg - Laurel Regional Airport, serves a ten-county region from its convenient location just off of Interstate 59 between Hattiesburg and Laurel Mississippi. The Airport models the concept of the "Airport City" a self-sufficient entity, offering both commercial and general air service. In addition, the Airport has created a unique approach to business by combining air service with an attractive Business Park with amenities such as an 18-hole golf course. Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport has become a principal transportation hub for southeastern Mississippi. Located approximately 10 miles from Hattiesburg and 23 miles from Laurel, the Airport provides the region’s commercial, charter and private aviation services offering the finest in air travel services, facilities and amenities. With direct interstate highway access from both Hattiesburg and Laurel, air travel is easy and trouble-free. Travelers can select from a number of daily departures with connections to many U.S. cities and foreign countries. The Airport’s 6,500-foot lighted runway can easily handle aircraft as large as the Boeing 757 airliner and most military transport aircraft. The terminal offers complete baggage handling and utilizes metal detector/x-ray equipment for security screening. 230 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Available Airlines:
of I-10, Exit 34A, U.S. 49 South. Traveling south on U.S. 49, just follow the signs Silver Airways to the Gulfport-Biloxi International 1002 Terminal Dr. Airport. Moselle, MS 39459 Available Airlines: Air Tran, ASA/ 800-499-7450 • 601-545-3111 Delta, Continental/ Continental Express, Northwest. Fax: (601) 545-3155 Jackson International Airport (JAN) E-mail: hlra@c-gate.net 100 International Dr., Jackson, MS Website: www.gosilver.com Silver Airways, Fort Lauderdale, FL will 601-939-5631, provide 12 flights a week between Website: http://www.jmaa.com Atlanta and Hattiesburg beginning in Directions: From Hattiesburg, take October 2012. Delta (Ceases Service Hwy. 49 N. to I-20 E. Take I-20 E. to Exit In Oct.) 52, take a left off off-ramp then straight to Jackson International Airport. Available Airlines: American Eagle, Other Area Airports ASA, Comair, Continental Express, Bobby L. Chain Municipal Airport Delta, Northwest Airlines, Southwest (HGB) Airlines, United Express and US Airways 29 Academy Dr. , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Express. The Bobby L. Chain Municipal Airport (HGB) is a general aviation New Orleans Airport (MSY) airport located in the Industrial Park. 900 Airline Drive, Kenner, LA 70062, For more information about services (504) 464-0831, provided, please call (601) 544-8661, Fax: (504) 464-1264 TDD: (504) 463-1057 or visit their website at Website: http://www.flymsy.com www.hattiesburgairport.com/. Directions: Take I-59 South, Take Gulfport-Biloxi International I-10 West towards New Orleans, Airport (GPT) Take I-610 West toward New Orleans 14035 - L Airport Road, International Airport; take a right onto Gulfport, MS 39503 Airline Highway. Phone: 228-863-5951, Available Airlines: Air Canada, Air Toll Free: 1-866-4GPTBLX, Tran, America West Airlines, American 1-866-447-8259 Fax: 228-863-5953 Airlines, Comair, Continental, Delta, Website: www.gulfcoast.org/gpt/ Jet Blue, Midwest Express, Northwest, Directions: Take US 49 South from Southwest, Grupa Taca, United, US Hattiesburg. The Gulfport-Biloxi Airport Airways, Vanguard. is located in Gulfport, one mile South Continued Next Page
Airline Reservation Numbers & Websites Air Canada
Reservations: 1-888-247-2262 Website: www.aircanada.com
Air Tran 1-800-AIR-TRAN Website: www.airtran.com
American Airlines & American Eagle
Reservations: 1-800-433-7300 website: www.aa.com
Comair
Reservations: 1-800-221-1212
Delta, KLM, Comair, Northwest Domestic: 1-800-221-1212 International: 800-241-4141 Website: www.delta.com/
Jet Blue Airways
(800) JETBLUE (538-2583) Website: www.jetblue.com
Northwest Airlines
Reservations: 1-800-225-2525 Website: www.nwa.com
Southwest Airlines
1-800-435-9792 Website: www.iflyswa.com
United Airlines
Reservations: 1-800-241-6522 Website: www.united.com
US Airways
Domestic Reservations: 1-800-428-4322 InternationalReservations: 1-800-622-1015 Website: www.usairways.com
Bus Lines Hub City Area Transit (HART) 1001 South Tipton St. (601) 545-4671 Hub City Transit operates from 6:00 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Timetables may be picked up at: Forrest General Hospital, Wesley Medical Center, Hattiesburg City Hall, USM, William Carey College, University Mall or Hub City Transit office. Discounts available (with HCT ID) for seniors, children (5 through high school), and disabled. HCT ID’s available at the office. HART also offers demand-response services; call for info.
Railways Amtrak 1-800-872-7245 Website: www.amtrak.com With the re-development of the Depot in downtown Hattiesburg as an inter-modal transportation center, the railroad will play a renewed major role in the Hattiesburg region. For right now however, Amtrak has a non-staffed station in Hattiesburg. To board in Hattiesburg you must reserve your trip at least 24 hours in advance on the 800# to get your reservation and boarding code and then pay the conductor. Or, you can use either a travel agent or reserve your trip online www.amtrak.com/.
Greyhound 1-800-231-2222 Website: www.greyhound.com Greyhound has terminals at Hattiesburg 601-271-6500 and Laurel 601-426-2311. Here’s Hattiesburg! 231
Bed & Breakfast Ash-Leah Manor 3885 Veterans Memorial Dr., Hwy. 11, Hattiesburg...601-584-8050 or ...............................601-584-6368 Meador Homestead 6775 US Hwy 49 Hattiesburg................601-268-3236 MobilePhone............601-549-3626 http://www.meadorhomestead.com Sunny Grove Bed & Breakfst 627 Cole Road..........601-296-0309
LODGING
Motels/Hotels Baymont Inn 123 Plaza Dr., Hattiesburg................601-264-8380 Best Western Northgate Inn 6757 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-268-8816 Budget Inn 6574 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-3475 Candlewood Suites 9 Gateway Drive......601-264-9666 Comfort Inn University 6541 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-1881 Comfort Suites 122 Plaza Dr., Hattiesburg................601-261-5555 Courtyard by Marriot 119 Grand Dr., Hattiesburg................601-268-3050 Days Inn 111 Thornhill Dr, Hattiesburg................601-268-1151 Dru’s Inn 558 Southgate Rd., Hattiesburg................601-544-6837 Econo Lodge 6655 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-7221 Fairfield Inn by Marriot 173 Thornhill Dr., Hattiesburg................601-296-7777 Hampton Inn 4301 Hardy St., Hattiesburg................601-264-8080 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 10 Gateway Dr., Hattiesburg................601-296-0302 Hilton Garden Inn 123 Plaza Dr Hattiesburg.................601-261-3770 Knight’s Inn 900 Broadway Dr., Hattiesburg................601-582-9548 Microtel Inn & Suites 105 Westover Dr. Hattiesburg................601-450-1592 Motel 6 6508 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-6096 232 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Quality Inn & Suites 6511 Highway 49 North, Hattiesburg................601-296-0565 Red Carpet Inn 6528 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-544-4530 Scottish Inn 6560 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-582-1211 Sleep Inn 6603 US Hwy 49 Hattiesburg................601-268-1722 Sun Suites 121 West Park Dr., Hattiesburg................601-271-9005 Super 8 Motel 6529 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-264-2885 2 Churchill Street, Hattiesburg................601-264-7668 Western Motel 3501 Hardy St., Hattiesburg................601-264-0010
RV Parks, Cabins & Campgrounds Black Creek Cabins Cabins Only..............601-597-3152 Cullens RV Park, (RV’s & tents) 3536 Hwy 49 S, Hattiesburg................601-446-7890 Cypress Hill RV Park Hwy 49.......................601-545-3090 www.cypresshillrvpark.com Motor Homes, Fifth-Wheels, Pop-up Campers and Tent Campers welcome. Also Single and Family Cabins available. 30 and 50 Amp Full HookUp Sites, Easy Access and Level Sites, Free Wi-Fi Internet, Bathhouse, Laundry Room, Saltwater Swimming, Pool, Playground, Horse Shoe Pit, Fire Ring, Shelter House, Camp Store and more.
Forrest Co. James Lynn Cartlidge Multi-Purpose Ctr. 962 Sullivan Dr, Hattiesburg (RV’s only).................601-583-7500 Little Black Creek Water Park, (RV’s & tents) Lumberton, MS..........800-748-9403 Paul B. Johnson State Park, (RV’s & tents) 319 Geiger Lake Rd 15 mi. S. of Hattiesburg................601-582-7721 Quilla’s RV Park, (RV’s only) 558 South Gate Rd., Hattiesburg................601-544-6837 Shady Cove RV Park, (RV’s & tents) 7836 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg................601-268-1077
Belmont Apts, The 147-98 Place Blvd ....601.268.0477 Boardwalk at Dewberry Landing 22 Campbell Scenic Dr..601.271.7970 Bonhomie Apts 1810 Country Club Rd Call ........................601.544-0250 Campbell Apts 1240 Beverly Hills Rd Call ........................601.268-0717 Campus Edge Apts 105 Doleac Dr Ofc ...601.268.3343 Cinnamon Place Apts Hwy 589, Purvis ......601.794.5038 Eagle’s Trail Apts 4401 W 4th St.........601.264.6404 Edgewood Apts 305 N 39th Ave #305, Call ........................601.264.3374 Fountainbleau Apts 3317 W 4th St.........601.264.6169 Foxgate Apts 200 Foxgate Ave ......601.599.7440 Grand Magnolia 312 Janet Ln ...........601.599.7681 Greenbriar Apts 2410 McInnis Loop ...601.268-3970 Mark Apts, The Mark I 2501 W. 7th Street ..601.544.3173 Mark II 2304 W. 7th Street ..601.544.5005 Mark III 114 S 24th Avenue ..601.544.5005 Mark IV 200 Blue Gable Rd ...601.261.3951 Mark V 201 Blue Gable Rd ...601.261.3951 Mark VI 4124 W 4th Street ...601.261.9122 Maplewood Apts Mulberry Ave, Richton Call ........................601.788-6054
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McMahon Realty Apts Call ........................601.264.6464 Alpine Village Apts 312 N. 39th Avenue Brookwood Apts 132-148 Brookwood Lane Century Plaza Apts 3701 W. 4th Street Eagle West Apts 201 N. 39th Avenue Hillendale Apts 2802 Lincoln Road Normandy Apts 202 S. 30th Avenue Pearl Place Apts 3318 Pearl Street Van Mar Apts 101-205 N. 38th Avenue Westchimes Apts 214 N. 39th Avenue Westcourt Apts 201 N. 40th Avenue Westgate Apts 100 N. 33rd Avenue Heathwood Apts 2008 Oak Grove Rd..601.264.2370 Holiday Apts 2006 Oak Grove Rd..601.264.2370 Parkwest Apts 243 Westover Dr......601.264.7722 Peppertree Apts 801 N 28th Ave #1 ..601.264.5010 Piedmont Apts 78 Wisteria Dr .........601.545.5313 Point O Woods Apts 520 N 38th Ave .......601.261.9556 Springs Manor Apts Rawls Springs Rd .....601.268.6114 Town Villa Apts 1246 Beverly Hills Rd..601.261.3377 Twin Oaks Apts 2313 Weeping Willow Cir Call ........................601.599.0380 Windsor Village Apts 6490 U S Hwy 49 ....601.582.1561 Woodshire S 28th Ave ..............601.264.3350 Foxgate II Apts 200 Foxgate Ave ......601.599.9775 Yorkshire Apt Home 10 Shenandoah Dr ...601.264.5000
HERITAGE PROPERTIES
Reserve@Park Place I 29 Park Place ..........601.599.7275 The Reserve@Park Place II Call ........................601.599.7275 Parkwest I Apts 12 Park Pl ...............601.264.7722 Parkwest II Apts 8 Park Pl .................601.264.7722 Westover I 216 Westover Dr......601.264.6955 Westover II 216 Westover Dr......601.264.6955
SOUTHGATE REALTY
Alpine Village Apt Homes 312 N. 39th Ave ......601.264.3374 Chateau Grand Apt Homes 3500 Hardy St .........601-268-3494 Claridge House Apt Homes 3315 W. 4th St ........601.268.8879 Concord Townhomes 300 N. 38th Ave ......601.264.3374 Edgewood Townhomes 300 N. 39th Ave ......601.264.3374 Heathwood Apts Homes 2008 Oak Grove Rd..601.264.2370 Holiday Apt Homes 2006 Oak Grove Rd..601.264.2370 La Maison Apt Homes 3319 W. 4th St ........601.268.8879 Robynwood Apt Homes 115 N. 32nd Ave......601.264.3914 The Lakes at Turtle Creek Apt Homes 155 Cross Creek Pkwy Call ........................601.599.5253 Villa des Chene Duplexes 551 Richburg Rd ......601.264.2370 Woodshire Duplexes and Townhomes 1700 S. 28th Ave., Suite C ...................601.264.3350 Arbor Walk Apts 2300 Lincoln Rd .......888.259.7746
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Camp Shelby
Photos And Article submitted by: Maj. Deidre D. Musgrave, CSJFTC Public Affairs Officer
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amp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center is the largest state-owned mobilization site in the nation, and supports a wide variety of training and logistical support activities, including heavy maneuver and collective gunnery, multiple battalion field artillery fire ranges, realistic environmental training, air to ground combat training capabilities and theaterspecific mobilization training for reserve and active components of the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. Founded in 1917, the 135,000 acre installation has served as a training and mobilization site for American troops from World War I and World War II, all the way to current Overseas Contingency Operations in locations all around the world. Located near Hattiesburg, Mississippi, the installation covers parts of Forrest, Perry and Greene counties and currently serves as a mobilization training center featuring the latest 234 Here’s Hattiesburg!
equipment and technology in the U.S. Army’s arsenal, as well as mobilization operational support. Camp Shelby has mobilized and demobilized over 170,000 troops since beginning the execution of its mission as a U.S. Army Forces Command Primary Force Generation Installation in June 2004. Camp Shelby is home to active Army units subordinate to First Army Division East. The 177th Armored Brigade and the 158th Infantry Brigade mobilizes trains and validates Reserve Component units in accordance with combatant commanders, Department of the Army, and U.S. Army Forces Command to prepare units for combat operations. When directed by First Army Division East, they provide training oversight and support to enhance National Guard and Reserve units’ readiness for wartime requirements. Continued Next Page
Camp Shelby is home to the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum which serves as the military history museum for the State of Mississippi. Its primary focus is to preserve and promote the significant contributions of Mississippi’s citizens and facilities to the defense of the United States. For over 80 years, Camp Shelby has played a key role in ensuring American Forces are trained and prepared to defend American interest abroad. CSJFTC plays a major role in the Mississippi Army and Air National Guard’s annual training throughout the year to ensure individual and unit readiness throughout the Mississippi National Guard. Camp Shelby is the primary location for Air
Force Reserve Officer Training Corp cadet validation training. Camp Shelby provides training venues for approximately 2,000 Air Force ROTC cadets during the summer months for college students across the United States enrolled in Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp programs. The training received by Air Force cadets at Camp Shelby is instrumental towards the future leadership of the Air Force and is vital to the commissioning of ROTC Air Force Officers. Camp Shelby is a prime location for the Air Force to train at the Auxiliary Field One Assault Landing Strip. The runway is 3,500 feet long and can land aircraft as large as the Air Force’s C-17.
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City of Petal Total Population 10,454 (2011 est. 10,587)
Housing Units Total 4,261 Owner Occupied 2,863 Renter Occupied 1,055
Male: 4,960 White
Female: 5,494
RACE 8,997
Black 1,039
American Indian & Alaska Native 25 Asian 78 Hispanic or Latino 361
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
City of Petal Mayor: Hal Marx; Aldermen: Alderman at Large Willie Hinton; Ward 1 David Clayton; Ward 2 Steve Stringer; Ward 3 James Runnels; Ward 4 Tony Ducker
City of Lumberton
City of Purvis Total Population 2,175* (2011 est. 2240)
Population 2,086* (2011 est. 2,150) White
RACE
White
884
1,512
Black Housing Units Total - 896 Owner Occupied - 455 Renter Occupied - 321
Male: 994
Female: 1,092
1,178 American Indian & Alaska Native 3 Asian 0 Hispanic or Latino 11
RACE
Black Housing Units Total - 879 Owner Occupied - 535 Renter Occupied - 260
Male: 1,055
Female: 1,120
590 American Indian & Alaska Native 16 Asian 13 Hispanic or Latino 0
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
City of Lumberton P.O. Box 211 , 107 W. Main Ave. Lumberton, MS 39455 • Phone: (601) 796-8341 Mayor: Miriam Holder; Alderman: Ward 1 Nell Bubsy; Ward 2 Stanley Rayborn; Ward 3 Quincy Rogers; Ward 4 Terry Cannaday
City of Purvis P.O. Box 308, 136 Shelby Speights Dr., Purvis, MS 39475 Mayor: Roger Herrin; Aldermen: Alderman at Large Milton Bourn, Ward 1 Nancy Pylant,Ward 2 Vernon Hartfield, Ward 3 Allen Stuart, Ward 4 John Jordan.
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Town OF SUMrall
Total Population 1,421* (2011 est. 1,465) White
Town of beaumont Population 951* (2011 est. 944)
RACE White
1,163
490
Black
Black
246 Housing Units Total - 626 Owner Occupied - 418 Renter Occupied - 133
Male: 658
Female: 763
RACE
American Indian & Alaska Native 1 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 0
Housing Units Total - 461 Owner Occupied - 297 Renter Occupied - 98
Male: 458
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Female: 493
447 American Indian & Alaska Native 5 Asian 0 Hispanic or Latino 1
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Town of Sumrall P.O. Box 247, 4880 Hwy. 589 Sumrall, MS 39482 • Phone: (601) 758-3591 Mayor: Gerolene Rayborn; Alderman: At Large Jerry Weatherford, Ward 1 Shirley Bernard, Ward 2 Cecile Coulter, Ward 3 Brad Sumrall, Ward 4 Darren G. Hall
Town of Beaumont 1510 Beaumont-Brooklyn Rd P.O. Box 605 Beaumont, MS 39423 • 601-784-3352 Mayor Leon Small, Ward 1 Marvin Freeman; Ward 2 Donald Hartfield; Ward 3 James Sheffield; Ward 4 Frankie Thomas; Ward 5 Tammie McLain
Town of New Augusta
Town of Richton
Total Population 644* (2011 est. 637)
White
RACE
White
359
Black
Black Housing Units Total - 319 Owner Occupied - 183 Renter Occupied - 71
Male: 322
Female: 322
Total Population 1,068* (2011 est. 1061)
275
American Indian & Alaska Native 2 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 6
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates)
Town of New Augusta 102 2nd St., New Augusta, MS 39462 601-964-3710 Mayor Albert Garner, Ward 1 Pam Brewer; Ward 2 Steve Spicer; Ward 3 Roger Jones; Ward 4 David Gallaspy; Ward 5 James Benefield
RACE
716
Housing Units Total - 463 Owner Occupied - 239 Renter Occupied - 154
Male: 453
Female: 615
331 American Indian & Alaska Native 2 Asian 1 Hispanic or Latino 11
*US Census 2010 numbers (2011 estimates from U.S. Census Population Annual Estimates) Town of Richton 208 East Front St., Richton, MS 39476 601-788-6080 Mayor Michael “Bo” Ruffin; Alderman: L.D. Ready Alderman at Large; Ed Hearn, Jr. Alderman at Large; Arnell Husband Alderman at Large; Ben McIlwain Alderman at Large; Ronnie Phillips Alderman at Large
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retirement
he Greater Hattiesburg Area has distinguished itself as a retirement destination being designated a “Certified Retirement Community” by Hometown Mississippi Retirement, a state sponsored program designed to recruit retirees to the state. As Baby Boomers reach retirement, millions will be searching for the best places to retire and many factors will come in to play when choosing the best retirement destination. Although certain communities may be particularly attractive for reasons ranging from the weather and availability of health care, to tax advantages and property values. It is certain that quality of life will be a major deciding factor for anyone looking for a place to settle during their retirement years. With a low cost of living coupled with great schools, engaging area attractions and recreational activities, along with a great selection of shopping, dining and cultural events, the Greater Hattiesburg area is a fabulous place to live, work and play. The area offers several amenities and programs geared specifically for retirees such as Senior Fair and Senior Prom. One of the most popular educational activities for retirees comes through the University of Southern Mississippi’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI); an association of active men and women 50 years of age or older who seek to explore stimulating learning experiences while developing new friendships. The Institute’s program recognizes that a growing number of adults are adventuresome, active and intellectually curious; therefore its cornerstones are peer learning and shared responsibility. The strength of the program is that it is directed and run for and by its members, drawing on the talents and experiences of those individuals for instructors and facilitators. A thriving healthcare system, educational institutions of higher learning and strong military presence makes the Greater Hattiesburg Area one of the leading retirement destinations in the nation. Hattiesburg also has a low cost of living, offering a variety of housing options from registered historic districts to lake front neighborhoods. As part of the economic development strategy for Greater Hattiesburg, The Area Development Partnership (ADP), the regional Chamber of Commerce, Community and Economic Development organization, created a retiree recruitment program designed to attract retired professionals to the community who would bring with them, impressive economic aspects. One important aspect of the program is a group of volunteer retirees known as Retirement Connectors. The Continued Next Page
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“Connectors”, as they are affectionately called dedicate themselves to the growth of the community by educating visitors, lending additional insight [to them] and conducting tours for individuals interested in seeing and learning more about greater Hattiesburg. Connectors also spend a considerable amount of time following up on retirement inquiries through phone calls and email contacts in an effort to provide a personal touch to future residents. Their contacts also include sending retiree packets customized to fit each individual’s needs. Since its inception in 1993, the ADP’s Retiree Recruitment program has attracted over 900 retiree households and its efforts have gained national media attention to include NBC Nightly News, the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. In addition, Hattiesburg was featured in Where to Retire magazine as a Top 100 Place to Retire and One of Eight Towns with Safe and Maintained Cycling Trails and Amenities Suitable for Retirement. Hattiesburg has also been recognized by Southern Business and Development as “One of Ten Great Small Towns to Operate a Business and Retire”. NewGeography.com ranked Hattiesburg “14th in Best Cities for job growth” and Kiplinger rated Hattiesburg as the “Top College Town for Grown Ups”.
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newcomer information Cars/License Information Auto Inspections
The law in Mississippi requires vehicles to be inspected annually by an official Mississippi inspection station (check with your local auto service shop to see if they can do state inspections). There is a ticket and fine if you are caught driving with expired stickers.
Driver’s License
If you are a new resident, you must apply for a Mississippi driver’s license within 60 days after establishing your residence in the state. If you currently have a valid license from the state you’re moving from, you just have to take a written test and the eye test. If you don’t have a valid license from any state, you have to take the driving test as well as the written test and the eye test. The fee for a regular 4-year license is $20 and must be paid in cash (not check or credit card). In Hattiesburg you can call the Dept. of Public Safety driver’s license office located off Hwy 49 South close to the Bobby Chain Airport at 601582-4744 for more information.
Tags & Registration
If you are moving to Mississippi from another state, bring your title or name and address of lien holder and your current registration. You must purchase your Mississippi tags within 30 days of establishing your residency in Mississippi. Tags are issued for one year. You can purchase your tags at your county’s tag office: Forrest County Tax Collector’s Office 631 N. Main St., Courthouse, Hattiesburg 601-582-8228 Lamar County Tax Building, 109 Main St., Purvis • 601-794-1020
Taxes
Homestead Exemption Homestead exemptions are available on the first $7,500 of assessed value. The actual amount of exempted tax dollars is limited to $300. The county tax collector, where the property is located, determines assessed value. To qualify, the taxpayer must live and occupy the property. Also the person must have all personal cars licensed in the state of Mississippi and must be current with their Mississippi state income tax. An application must be submitted from Jan.1 to April 1 through the State Tax Commission: Homestead Exemption Division. For more information on the Homestead Exemption check with your realtor, mortgagor or local tax office: Forrest County Tax Assessor’s Office 631 N. Main St. Courthouse, Hattiesburg 601-545-6130 Lamar County Tax Assessor’s Office, Main Office 109 Main St., Purvis • 601-794-1020 Hattiesburg Line 601-544-4410 242 Here’s Hattiesburg!
Inheritance and estate taxes
Mississippi has no inheritance tax, but it does collect estate taxes.
INCOME TAX
Income tax rates range from a low of 3.0% to a high of 5%. Under $5,000 the rate is 3%, $5,001-$10,000 the rate is 4%, $10,001+ the rate is 5%. Personal exemptions for single—$6,000; married—$12,000; child—$1,500. There are no Federal tax deductions.
REAL PROPERTY TAXES
For most residential property, property taxes are calculated at 10% of assessed value. To figure out the amount you’ll pay on your real property you need to know your assessed value and your county’s millage rate. Forrest County millage rate 119.49 per $1000 of assessed value Lamar County millage rate 102.01 per $1000 of assessed value
SALES TAXES
The Mississippi Sales Tax base rate is 7% on most goods and services. An additional 2% in sales taxes for Hattiesburg Tourist Promotion Tax & Hattiesburg Convention Promotion Tax are levied for meals in Restaurants with annual income of $100,000.00 or more; on alcohol purchased in On-Premises Alcoholic Beverage Permittees or Alcoholic Beverage Package Retailer Permittees in Hattiesburg & for staying in Motels/ Hotels with more than 10 units that are within Hattiesburg city limits whether in Forrest or Lamar County.1 1. Mississippi State Tax Commissission
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Voting
http://www.sos.state.ms.us/elections/ VoterRegistration
Forrest County Voting Districts
Precinct Name, Location District 1 • Blair, W.U. Sigler Ctr., 315 Conti St. • Dantzler, Dantzler Community Ctr., 27 Turkey Pine Rd. • Dixie, Dixie Community Ctr., 790 Elks Lake Rd. • Westside, Fellowship Hall of South 28th Ave. Baptist Church, 1124 S. 28th Ave. • Woodley, Kamper Park Education Ctr., 107 S. 17th Ave. District 2 • Eatonville, N. Forrest Rec. Center, 679 Eatonville Rd. • Glendale Precinct, Glendale Community Ctr., 451 Monroe Rd. • Hattiesburg Cultural Center, 723 Main St. • Jones, N.R. Burger Ctr., 305 E. 6th St. • North Heights, Mississippi National Guard Armory, 6540 US 49 N. • Rawls Springs Precinct, Rawls Springs Community Ctr., 50 Rawls St. • Train Depot, 308 Newman St. District 3 • Barrontown/Macedonia Rec. Ctr., 610 Herrington Rd, Petal • East Petal, Petal Community Ctr., 712 S. Main St., Petal • Leeville, Leeville Community Ctr., Lynn Ray Rd. and Fuson Rd. • Petal Masonic, Petal Masonic Lodge, 120 Cameron, Petal • Sunrise, Sunrise Community Ctr., 388 Sunrise Rd. District 4 • Camp School, Hattiesburg School Admin. Bldg., 301 Mamie St. • Dixie Pine-Central, Palmer’s Crossing Community Ctr., 225 Tatum Rd. • Lillie Burney Precinct, Lillie Burney Elementary School, 901 Ida St. • McLaurin, McLaurin Community Ctr., 15 McLaurin Rd. • Rowan School, Rowan Ctr., 500 Martin Luther King Dr. • Salvation Army, Salvation Army Admin. Bldg., 5670 US Hwy 49 • Walthall, Court St. United Methodist Ch. Chapel, 609 Southern Ave. • West Petal, 221 W 5th Ave., Petal District 5 • Brooklyn, S. Forrest Community Ctr., 2169 Carnes Rd. 244 Here’s Hattiesburg!
• Carnes, Carnes Voting Precinct Bldg., 1193 Carnes Rd. • Longleaf Trace Gateway, 2895 W. 4th St. • Pinecrest Precinct, Hub City Masonic Lodge No. 627, 3321 Hardy St. • Thames School, GYM – W.I. Thames Elementary Sch., 2900 Jamestown Rd. • Timberton, Pine Belt Family “Y” Bldg., 3719 US Hwy 11 S. • USM Golf Course, Hattiesburg Moose Lodge #1804, 308 W. Hills Dr. • Will Denton Community Center, 902 Old Hwy 49 S.
Lamar County Voting Precincts Precinct Name, Location
District 1 • Lamar Park, Community Ctr., 226 Pinewood Dr. • Northeast Lamar, 660 Weathersby Rd., Mac McKay Fire Hall • Okahola, 59 Old Okahola School Rd. • Richburg, Community Ctr., 324 Sandy Run Rd. District 2 • Breland East, Wesley Manor Retirement Ctr., 246 Westover Dr. • South Purvis, Intersection Hwy 11 & 829 Martin Luther King Dr. • Lumberton, 764 E. Main Ave., Next to Sunflower • Yawn, 254 Yawn School Rd., Lumberton District 3 • Arnold Line, 345 Hegwood Rd. at Baseball Park • Baxterville, 5535 Hwy 13, Community Ctr. • Greenville, Intersection of Beach Rd. & 2721 Purvis-Columbia Rd. • Pine Grove, 630 Purvis - Oloh Rd., Next to Pine Ridge Fire Dept. • Purvis, 112 Shelby Speights Dr. District 4 • Kingsmill, 5874 West Fourth St. • Lake Serene, 256 W. Lake Rd., Lake Serene Clubhouse • Oak Grove, 4956 Old Hwy 11, Community Ctr. • Oak Grove Senior Center, 5874 W. 4th Street • Midway, 1166 Old Hwy 24 & Knight Rd District 5 • Breland, 79 Jackson Rd., Community Ctr. • Oloh, 45 Oloh Rd. • Rocky Branch, 2646 Rocky Branch Rd., Sumrall • Sumrall, 95 Center Ave., Sumrall
Perry County Voting Precincts
Indian Springs Community Ctr. 137 Walter Myers Rd., Petal, MS 39465 New Augusta Community Ctr. 298 Willow St E New Augusta, MS 39462 Beaumont Dist. 1 1235A Hwy 198, Beaumont, MS 39423 Runnelstown Community Ctr. 9204 Hwy 42, Petal, MS 39465 Prospect Community Ctr. 204 Prospect Rd., Richton, MS 39476 Richton Holly St. 302 Holly St N, Richton, MS 39476 Richton City Hall 208 Front St N., Richton, MS 39476 Richton Multi Purpose 1194 Hwy 15, Richton, MS 39476 Seminary Baptist Ch. (Hintonville) 66 Hintonville Rd., Beaumont, MS 39423 Artlington Community Ctr. 285 Arlington Rd Beaumont, MS 39423 New Augusta Courthouse Annex 103 2nd St W., New Augusta, MS 39462 Beaumont Senior Citizens 1502 Bolton Ave Beaumont, MS 39423 Thompson Hill Community Ctr 20 Austin Anderson Rd Beaumont, MS 39423 Janice Community Ctr 32 Janice School Rd., Brooklyn, MS 39425 Deep Creek Community Ctr. 485 Mars Hill Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577
IMPORTANT NUMBERS GOVERNMENT LISTINGS FEDERAL OFFICIALS U.S. Senators Thad Cochran Jackson Office.................. 601-965-4459 Washington, D.C...........1-202-224-5054 www.cochran.senate.gov/ Roger Wicker Jackson Office................ 601-965-4644 Washington, D.C...........1-202-224-6253 www.wicker.senate.gov/ U.S. Representative Steve Palazzo Hattiesburg area............... 601-582-3246 Washington, D.C...........1-202-225-5772 www.palazzo.house.gov
STATE OF MISSISSIPPI OFFICIALS Official Home Page: www.ms.gov
Governor Phil Bryant......................... 601-359-3100 Lt. Governor Tate Reeves.......................... 601-359-3200 Sec. Of State Delbert Hosemann............... 601-359-1350 Attorney General Jim Hood............................. 601-359-3680 Mississippi State Legislature State Senators District 41 Joey Fillingane (H)........ 601-271-2070 Office............................. 601-359-3246 jfillingane@senate.ms.gov District 44 John Polk (C)................ 601-467-5117 Office............................. 601-395-3252 tking@senate.ms.gov District 45 Billy Hudson (C)............ 601-466-3573 Office............................. 601-359-2886 bhudson@senate.ms.gov State Representatives District 101 Hank Lott (O)................ 601-359-2435 Home............................ 601-758-4265 hfillingane@house.ms.gov District 102 Toby Barker (H)............. 601-307-3802 Office............................. 601-359-3362 tbarker@house.ms.gov District 103 Percy W. Watson (H).... 601-544-6490 Office............................. 601-359-3343 pwatson@house.ms.gov District 104 Larry Byrd..................... 601-544-1877 Office............................. 601-359-3352 lbyrd@house.ms.gov
District 105 Dennis DeBar, Jr (W).... 601-394-4400 Office............................. 601-359-2436 hfrierson@house.ms.gov District 106 Herb Frierson (H).......... 601-795-1675 Office............................. 601-359-3340 hfrierson@house.ms.gov
FORREST COUNTY Board of Supervisors............... 601-545-6000 District 1 David Hogan......... 601-545-6009 (President) District 2 Charles Marshall... 601-545-6010 District 3 Burkett Ross......... 601-545-6008 District 4 Rod Woullard....... 601-545-6011 (Vice-President) District 5 Chris Bowen......... 601-545-6091 Information.............................. 601-545-6000 County Extension Agent........... 601-545-6083 Tax Assessor............................ 601-545-6130 Tax Collector............................ 601-582-8228
LAMAR COUNTY Board of Supervisors............... 601-794-8504 District 1 Mike Backstrom... 601-794-8504 District 2 Warren Byrd......... 601-794-8504 District 3 Joe B. Bounds...... 601-794-8504 (President) District 4 Phillip Carlisle....... 601-794-8504 District 5 Dale Lucus........... 601-794-8504 (Vice-President) Information.............................. 601-794-8504 Courtroom............................... 601-794-8504 County Extension Agent........... 601-794-3910 Economic Development District................................ 601-794-1010 Justice Court Judge................. 601-794-2950 Planning Dept........................ 601-794-1024 Tax Assessor............................ 601-794-1020 Tax Collector............................ 601-794-1021
CITY OF HATTIESBURG City Hall..................................601- 545-4500 PO Box 1898 Hattiesburg, MS 39403-1898 Mayor Johnny L. DuPree......... 601-545-4501 City Council..................................... 545-4551 Ward 1 Kim Bradley............. 601-545-4551 Ward 2 Deborah Denard-Delgado... 601-582-2560 Ward 3 Carter Carroll........... 601-268-7583 Ward 4 David Ware.............. 601-545-1791 Ward 5 Henry Naylor........... 601-584-6160 Action Center for Info and Request for Services..... 601-545-4500 City Clerk’s Office..................... 601-545-4553 Municipal/City Court................ 601-545-4933 Hattiesburg Planning Commission......................... 601-545-4609 Parks & Recreation.................. 601-545-4623
Public Services Public Works....................... 601-545-4545 Water and Sewage............... 601-545-4530 Engineering......................... 601-545-4540 Public Works Div..................... 601-545-4645 Sanitation/Trash................... 601-545-4547 Tax Division............................. 601-545-4522 Water & Sewer......................... 601-545-4530 Water Billing........................ 601-545-4633 Sewer Problems After Hrs... 601-545-4635
CITY OF LUMBERTON
City Hall................................... 601-796-8341 107 W Main Ave 39455 Mayor Miriam Holder Board of Aldermen................... 601-796-8341 At-Large Alderman Bobby Gibson Ward 1 Alderman Neil Bubsy Ward 2 Alderman Stanley Rayborn Ward 3 Alderman Terry Cannaday Ward 4 Alderman Timothy Johnson City Clerk................................. 601-796-8341 Public Works Department........ 601-796-3600 Water Department.................... 601-796-8341 Library 106 E. Main................. 601-796-4227
CITY OF PETAL
City Hall................................... 601-545-1776 102 W 8th Ave, Petal, MS 39465 Mayor Hal Marx.............................. 601-545-1776 Board of Aldermen................... 601-545-1776 At-Large Willie Hinton Ward 1 David Clayton Ward 2 Steve Stringer Ward 3 James Runnels Ward 4 Tony Ducker Judicial Department 149 W 8th Ave..................... 601-582-5351 Recreation................................ 601-554-5440 Sanitation................................. 601-544-1522 Street Dept............................... 601-544-1522 Water & Sewer Water Deposits & Billing 102 W 8th Ave................. 601-544-6981
CITY OF PURVIS
City Hall................................... 601-794-2472 136 Shelby Speights Dr PO Box 308 Purvis, MS 39475 Mayor Roger Herrin........................ 601-794-8700 Board of Aldermen................... 601-794-2472 At-Large Milton Bourn......... 601-794-8253 Ward 1 Nancy Pylant Ward 2 Vernon Hartfield...... 601-606-5555 Ward 3 Allen Stuart............. 601-794-4085 Ward 4 John Jordan............ 601-794-6160 City Clerk................................. 601-794-2472 Water Dept............................... 601-794-2472 City Public Works.................... 601-794-8900 Here’s Hattiesburg! 245
CITY OF SUMRALL
City Hall .................................. 601-758-3591 4880 Hwy 589 Sumrall, MS 39482 Mayor Gerolene Rayborn ........ 601-758-3591 Board of Aldermen .................. 601-758-3591 Aldermen At Large Jerry Weatherford Ward 1 Shirley Bernard Ward 2 Cecile Coulter Ward 3 Brad Sumrall Ward 4 Darrell G. Hall City Clerk ................................ 601-758-3591 Sewer Dept. ............................ 601-758-3591
BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS/ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Area Development Partnership Serving the Greater Hattiesburg Area of Forrest, Lamar and Perry counties 1 Convention Center ........ 601-296-7500 Hattiesburg Board of Realtors .............................. 601-582-0099 Hattiesburg Home Builders Association ......................... 601-450-3380 Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association ....... 601-583-4329 Lamar County Economic Development District .......... 601-794-1011 Petal Chamber of Commerce .. 601-583-3306 Southern Mississippi Planning & Development District ....... 601-545-2137
CABLE TELEVISION
Comcast Cablevision 2100 Lincoln Rd ................. 601-268-1188
ELECTRIC UTILITIES
CALL BEFORE YOU DIG .......... 800-227-6477 Dixie Electric Power Assn. 1312 Hwy 42, Petal............. 601-583-1131 Mississippi Power Co. 420 W. Pine Hattiesburg ..1-800-532-1502 Pearl River Valley Electric Power 6803 US Hwy 98 Hattiesburg ...................... 601-264-2458 Southern Pine Electric Power Assn. Hwy 49 N., Hattiesburg ....... 601-264-0185
HOSPITALS
Forrest General Hospital ......... 601-288-7000 Wesley Medical Center............ 601-268-8000
INTERNET PROVIDERS
AT&T ....................................... 800-436-8638 Comcast .................................. 601-268-1188 Xfone USA .............................. 601-268-3572 MegaGate ................................ 601-450-3278
NATURAL GAS COMPANIES
Centerpoint Energy Petal, MS ........................... 601-583-3661 Wilmut Gas Co. 315 S Main St. .................... 601-544-6001 Toll Free ....................... 1 (877)-WILL GAS 246 Here’s Hattiesburg!
NEWSPAPER COMPANIES
Hattiesburg American, a Gannett Newspaper .......... 601-582-4321 Impact 110 S 41st Ave, Hattiesburg, MS .................. 601-264-8181 Lamar Times & Petal News 4 Willow Pt, Hattiesburg, MS...601-268-2331
PROPANE COMPANIES
Blossman Gas & Appliance 5536 Hwy 42 Hattiesburg, MS .............. 601-582-8449
RADIO STATIONS
B95, Pine Belt Country, WBBN 95.9 FM............................... 601-544-0095 WFMM, Supertalk MS ............. 601-264-5185 WFOR-AM ............................... 601-296-9800 WJKX ...................................... 601-296-9800 WJMG-FM Radio Station ........ 601-544-1941 WKNZ/ZOO 107 ...................... 601-264-0443 WKZW, KZ 94-3 ...................... 601-544-0095 WHER Classic Country Eagle .. 601-544-0993 WNSL, 100.3 .......................... 601-296-9800 WMXI ...................................... 601-264-0443 WUSM, 88.5, Public Radio ..... 601-266-4287 WFFX, 103.7, The Fox ............. 601-544-1093 WXHB FM/Hub 96.5(Gospel) .. 601-649-0095 WXRR, ROCK 104 Classics..... 601-544-0095 WZKX-Kicker 108.................... 601-582-2839 WZLD ...................................... 601-296-9800
TELEVISION STATIONS
WDAM TV ............................... 601-544-4730 WHLT-TV 22............................ 601-545-7814
TOURISM ORGANIZATIONS
PERRY COUNTY
103 First Street E New Augusta ....................... 601-964-8370 District 1 Bobby Ray Bolton District 2 Kevin Shows District 3 Tommy Walley District 4 Mitchell Hinton District 5 Lanny L. Mixon
TOWN OF BEAUMONT
1510 Beaumont-Brooklyn Rd, Beaumont............................ 601-784-3352 Mayor Leon Small, Ward 1 Marvin Freeman Ward 2 Donald Hartfield Ward 3 James Sheffield Ward 4 Frankie Thomas Ward 5 Tammie McLain
TOWN OF NEW AUGUSTA
102 2nd St., New Augusta ...... 601-964-3710 Mayor Albert Garner Ward 1 Pam Brewer Ward 2 Steve Spicer Ward 3 Roger Jones Ward 4 David Gallaspy Ward 5 James Benefield
TOWN OF RICHTON
208 East Front St., Richton ..... 601-788-6080 Mayor Michael “Bo” Ruffin L.D. Ready Alderman at Large; Ed Hearn, Jr. Alderman at Large; Arnell Husband Alderman at Large; Ben McIlwain Alderman at Large; Ronnie Phillips Alderman at Large
Hattiesburg Convention & Visitors Bureau ................... 601-268-3220
WATER UTILITIES
Arnold Line Water Assn. 4901 W 4th St. ................... 601-264-7111 Barrontown Utility Assn. 101 Dogwood Lane ............. 601-544-3553 Brooklyn Utility Assn. 210 Old Hwy 49 .................. 601-582-1948 Canebrake Utilities Inc. 112 Sheffield Loop.............. 601-264-4622 Dixie Water Assn. 930 Bonhomie Rd. .............. 601-582-5039 Eastabuchie Utility Assn. 795 Leeville Rd., Hsbrg. ..... 601-582-8959 Lamar Park Water & Sewer Assn. 2137 Oak Grove Rd. ........... 601-264-5933 North Lamar Water Assn. 4906 Old Hwy 11 ................ 601-264-1157 Rawls Springs Utility District A Smith Rd. ........................ 601-268-2248 South MS Public Water 283 Carter Rd. Hsbrg. ......... 601-545-2292 Sunrise Utility 465 Batson Rd. ................... 601-582-9354 West Lamar Water Assn. 2716 Hwy 589 .................... 601-264-6305
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CAFES
s t n a r u a t s e R BAGELS
BARBECUE
SOUTHBOUND BAGEL & COFFEE SHOP 217 East Front St. ................601.583.8001
DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT 50 Cross Creek Pkwy. ..........601.450.1710
BAKERIES
DONANELLE'S BAR & GRILL 4321 U S Highway 49 ..........601.545.3860
C’EST LA VIE BAKERY AND COFFEE 3901 Hardy St. .....................601.450.1390 HOME BAKE & CANDY SHOPPE 619 N. 25th Ave....................601.582.3350 JODY’S 6058 Hwy 49 S. .......601.545.7593 5266 Old Hwy. 11.................601.296.0144
BAR & GRILL
(Also see Night Life section, listed after restaurants) BUFFALO WILD WINGS 3 Churchill Rd ......................... 601.288.7777 CORNER SPORTS BAR & GRILL 46 Pittman Dr.......................601.544.0401 GEORGE'S LANDING SPORTS BAR 14 Aaron Clemts Rd .............601.545.1850 HOOTERS 101 Carlisle St. ....601.268.6600 MACGREGOR'S PUB 120 Westover Dr ..................601.450.1041 MUG SHOTS BAR & GRILL 204 North 40th Ave ..............601.271.2299 OUR PLACE BAR & GRILL 1900 Lincoln Rd. ..................601.296.0303 SHENANIGANS 2100 W. Pine St....................601.261.0730 SPORTS 22 108 Hall Ave. .....601.544.3209 THE END ZONE 2505 West 4th St., ...............601.583.8154 THE KEG & BARREL 1315 Hardy St. .....................601.582.7148 THIRSTY HIPPO 309 McLeod St.....................601.583.9188 TOP BAR & GRILL 1604 S 28th Ave...................601.602.3294 WHARF GRILL & BAR 6333 US Hwy 49 ..................601.255.5396
LEATHA’S BAR.B.Q
Forget about Memphis and Kansas City, if you want great barbeque come to Leatha’s. This is fantastic barbeque! Beef & pork barbeque, steaks and more; both dine.in and take.out. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. For Catering and Banquets, please call 601.271.6003
BEST WESTERN NORTHGATE INN Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6757 Hwy. 49 N....................601.268.8816 CONEY ISLAND CAFÉ 400 Main St. ........................601.582.8513 PASTRY GARDEN, THE 129 Walnut St......................601.271.2540 T-BONES RECORDS & CAFÉ 2101 Hardy St. .....................601.583.0099 THE COOPER TOWN CAFE 6114 US Hwy 98 ..................601.261.1334
CAJUN/ NEW ORLEANS STYLE
DeRe' LaROUGE 6208 US Hwy 49 ..................601.255.5955 J & J CAJUN GRILL Turtle Creek Mall..................601.264.1022 POWERHOUSE 118 College Dr. ....................601.266.5982 STEELMAN’S CAJUN KITCHEN 1010 S. 17th Ave. .................601.554.9939
CASUAL FINE DINING
APPLEBEE’S 3703 Hardy St. .....................601.268.9230 BAPA’S BISTRO MOM & POP'S BARBECUE 5912 U S Highway 49 ..........601.544.7008 (Holiday Inn Hotels & Suites) ROSE’S QUIK STOP & HICKORY SMOKE BBQ 10 Gateway Dr. ....................601.296.0302 Hwy. 49 S. ............................601.584.8691 BROWNSTONE’S 103 E. Front St. ....................601.545.2250 STONEWALL’S BBQ CHEDDAR'S CASUAL CAFE 2663 Oak Grove Rd. .............601.450.3533 6163 US Hwy 98 ..................601.261.0099 CHESTERFIELD'S BAR AND GRILL STRICK’S BAR.B.Q 3802 W. 4th St. ....................601.264.2502 4646 Hardy St ......................601.336.7134 CHILI’S BAR & GRILL THREE LITTLE PIGS BAR.B.Q 558 South Gate Rd. ..............601.545.3030 4500 Hardy St......................601.296.1131 6374 Hwy. 98 W. ..................601.271.6003
BUFFETS/CAFETERIA FARMER’S MARKET 6581 Hwy. 49 .......................601.261.5221 FRONT PORCH BARBECUE & SEAFOOD 205 Thornhill Dr. ..................601.264.3536 MOVIE STAR RESTAURANT & CATERING 5209 Old Highway 11...........601.264.0606 PIZZA INN 5040 Hardy St. ....601.261.5900
COTTON BLUES RESTAURANT
Cotton Blues celebrates the southern kitchen by bringing together food, farmers, chefs, and musicians. Our menu is developed around locally sourced vegetables, farm fresh eggs, Mississippi dairy, organic chicken, natural beef, and fresh caught fish. All of our dishes are scratch-made and we work with farms and ranches that believe in using no hormones or antibiotics.
6116 U S Highway 98 ..........601.450.0510
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CASUAL FINE DININGCONT'D CRESCENT CITY GRILL 3810 Hardy St.......................601.264.0657 GARFIELD’S RESTAURANT & PUB Turtle Creek Mall...................601.264.7000 NEWK’S 4700 Hardy St., Suite AA Call Ahead............................601.602.0189 Fax........................................601.602.0192 O’CHARLEY’S 4640 Hardy St.......................601.268.1193 PURPLE PARROT CAFE 3810 Hardy St.......................601.264.0656 ROCKET CITY DINER 6555 US Hwy 98, Ste 1.........601.336.7336 206 FRONT 206 W. Front St.... 601.545.5677 TGI FRIDAY’S 6153 US Hwy. 98..................601.264.6892 THE PLAID RHINO 22 Carlisle Street..................601.264.0280 WALNUT CIRCLE GRILL 115 Walnut St.......................601.544.2202
CATFISH (Also see SEAFOOD Heading) CATFISH ONE 1948 Lincoln Rd....................601.579.8759 3801 West 4th Street............601.268.3004 CATFISH WAGON 9129 Hwy. 42........................601.583.3479 MACK'S WEST CATFISH SEAFOOD STEAKS AND MORE 7329 Hwy. 98 West...............601.296.9360
CHICKEN
CHICK-FIL-A 6099 US Highway 98............601.579.9119 CHURCH’S FRIED CHICKEN 1300 Main St........................601.582.7622 COOPE DEVILLE, THE 4960 Hardy St.......................601.264.9600 KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 3601 Hardy St.......................601.261.9259 605 Broadway Dr..................601.544.8349 KING'S WINGS & DELI 2508 W 7th St.......................601.543.0141
POPEYES 5900 Hwy. 49 S.....................601.544.7925 5034 Highway 98..................601.268.1716 RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS 3509 Hardy St.......................601.264.2630 WILLY T’S CHICKEN FINGERS 6 Market Pl Dr.......................601.261.9707 WINGED-IT 207S 40th Ave.... 601.296.2512
CHINESE
A & B DISC. GROC. CHINESE TAKEOUT 700 Emerald Ln....................601.584.6811 BEST WOK 28 Market Ct.......601.268.6063 CHINA BUFFET & SUSHI BAR Big, big buffet! Chinese & American Entrees. 4600 Hardy St.......................601.264.0688 CHINA GARDEN Inside Turtle Creek Mall........601.582.7888 DRAGON HOUSE 6131 US Hwy. 49..................601.261.9255 GRAND CHINA BUFFET 560 Weathersby Rd...............601.296.8062 MANDARIN EXPRESS 1000 Turtle Creek Dr. Ste 300... 601.268.5500 PANDA 1900 Hardy St...........601.582.5999 PEKING GARDEN CHINESE REST. 4700 Hardy St.......................601.271.6000
COFFEE SHOPS C’EST LA VIE BAKERY AND COFFEE 3901 Hardy St.......................601.450.1390 DEPOT COFFEE HOUSE & BISTRO THE 127 Buschman St #50..........601.602.4040 JAVA MOE'S COFFEE CO. OAK GROVE 6434 Highway 98..................601.336.4685 STARBUCKS 3708 Hardy St.... 601.271.2720 Continued Next Page
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COOKIES CLASSIC COOKIE 1000 Turtle Creek Drive........601.264.2447
CUPCAKES CUPCAKE BOUTIQUE 6096 US Hwy 98 W Ste 6......601.579.6600
DELIS CULLEN'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 U S Highway 49...........601.582.8088 McALISTER’S DELI 2300 Hardy St.......................601.545.1876 122 Sheffield Loop................601.271.2002 1000 Turtle Creek Dr.............601.261.6101
DINERS DAN’S CAFÉ /DAN’S DINER 4878 US Hwy. 49..................601.582.7055
DONUTS KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT
Whether you’re talking about the Original Glazed, made according to the original secret 1937 recipe, or any of the other scrumptious varieties of donuts, just reading about these makes me want to get some Krispy Kremes. I know you’ve got your own special favorite. Try their tasty coffees too. If you’re serious about coffee (or just want something delicious) you’ll love this stuff. And, by the way, if your school organization is looking for a fundraising idea, call the people at Krispy Kreme and help your dream come true.
5006 W. Hardy St..................601.271.7700 SHIPLEY DO-NUTS 2011 Hardy St.......................601.545.1891
FAST FOOD & DRIVE-IN RESTAURANTS ARBY’S 6525 Hwy. 49 N....................601.268.7333 6178 US Hwy 98 W..........98 601.296.1220 BACK YARD BURGERS 6095 US Hwy. 98..................601.268.1979 BURGER KING RESTAURANTS 6517 Hwy. 49 N....................601.268.1787 806 Broadway Drive.............601.583.2451 1000 Turtle Creek Dr.............601.264.8531 CHECKERS 2806 Hardy St.......................601.261.9931 DAIRY QUEEN 6427 Hwy. 49.. 601.264.0040 HARDEE’S 4964 Hardy St.......................601.264.6248 KRYSTAL COMPANY, THE 6635 Hwy. 49 N....................601.268.2129
McDONALD’S 3111 Hardy St.......................601.264.3605 811 Broadway Dr..................601.544.6768 6571 US Hwy. 49..................601.268.2275 4900 Hardy St.......................601.261.3215 6442 US Hwy. 98..................601.288.7767 SONIC DRIVE.IN 3700 W. 4th St......................601.264.1244 5895 US Hwy. 49..................601.296.9440 6872 US Hwy. 49..................601.268.6364 5324 Old Hwy. 11..................601.261.5560 TACO BELL 2407 Hardy St.......................601.582.2270 4908 Hardy St.......................601.268.6444 WARD’S 717 Bartur.............................601.544.3434 4229 Hwy. 49 N....................601.264.5546 5356 Hwy. 49 S.....................601.545.9273 6146 US Hwy. 98..................601.268.6001 101 Thornhill.........................601.264.4758 WENDY’S OLD FASHIONED HAMBURGERS 6 Lake Forgetful Dr...............601.261.3265 2001 Eddy St........................601.271.7705 1701Hardy St........................601.582.1121 6738 US Hwy. 49..................601.261.3993 900 Westover Dr...................601.264.8339 ZAXBY’S 4520 Hardy St........601 264.5254
FROZEN YOGURT TWIST AND TASTE YOGURT 3901 Hardy St.......................601.336.5789
GREEK ALADDIN MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 3407 Hardy St.......................601.261.5053 GLORY BOUND GYRO CO. 6174 US Hwy 49...................601.582.8252 OLD ATHENS GRILL RESTAURANT 6174 U S Highway 49...........601.582.8252 PETRA CAFE AND HOOKAH 2902 Hardy St., Suite 50.......601.268.8850
GRILLS
THE DOWNTOWN GRILL AND GROCERY 121 E Pine St, Hattiesburg....601.336.7986 TOPHER'S ROCK'N ROLL GRILL 5252 Old Highway 11...........601.336.7418
GROCERY/DINERS CULLEN'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 U S Highway 49...........601.582.8088 HENRY'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 U S Highway 49...........601.544.4946 LAKE SERENE GROCERY 6411 U S Highway 98...........601.264.6393 LAKE SERENE GROCERY INC #2 2601 Oak Grove Rd...............601.579.7055 SIDE DOOR CAFÉ 205 Main St. ...601.582.5048 TITO'S GROCERY & DELI 3536 US Hwy 11..........................601.268.9808 Continued Next Page
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HOME COOKING
CRACKER BARREL 6659 Hwy. 49........................601.296.7950 HOMESTYLE RESTAURANT 90 J M Tatum Industrial Dr....601.544.4932 MAMA ALMA'S KITCHEN 5096 Hwy. 42........................601.336.7763 NANNY’S COUNTRY KITCHEN 907 Edwards St....................601.583.1117
ICE CREAM/CUSTARD/ DESSERT BASKIN-ROBBINS ICE CREAM & YOGURT 3720 Hardy St.......................601.264.8989 BOP’S FROZEN CUSTARD 3320 Hardy St.......................601.296.1228
JAPANESE
LITTLE TOKYO 3800 Hardy St.......................601.579.8666 OEC JAPANESE EXPRESS 3317 Hardy St.......................601.450.7788 OISHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 3606 Hardy St.......................601.264.7377 SAKE CAFE 24 Cross Creek Pkwy............601.296.7588 SAKURA 6194 US Hwy 49.....601.545.9393 WASABI SUSHI 6096 U S Highway 98...........601.268.2088 YAMOTO STEAK HOUSE OF JAPAN 209 New Richton Rd Petal....601.584.9880
MEXICAN
CALIENTE GRILLLE 3319 Hardy St.......................601.261.5423 COLD STONE CREAMERY COMPADRES TAQUERIA AND GRILL “The Ultimate Ice Cream Experience” 1131 Hardy St.......................601.336.6984 If it has anything to do with ice cream, it has everything to do with Cold Stone Creamery. From CUCOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT unique ice cream creations to smoothies, cakes, 6104 Hwy. 49 S.....................601.545.8241 DEL SOL MEXICAN RESTAURANT and shakes-nobody serves up the ultimate indulgence like Cold Stone. It starts with using 560 Weathersby Rd...............601.264.0104 the highest quality ingredients and ends with LA FIESTA BRAVA MEXICAN RESTAURANT our signature process for preparing your cus6168 Hwy. 49........................601.584.9484 tom creation on a frozen granite stone. 124 Grand Ave......................601.271.6070 6111 Hwy. 98 W, Ste 10........601.264.2144 LA MEXICANA TWO 806 James St. .....................601.545.5421 DIPPIN’ DOTS MEXICAN KITCHEN 1000 Turtle Creek Dr.............601.268.5551 406 Classic Dr.......................601.450.4811 OSCAR’S MEXICAN GRILL MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY 5040 Hardy St.......................601.264.1006 4400 Hardy St.......................601.336.7961 PAPITOS MEXICAN GRILL WALNUT SQUARE PHARMACY 6140 US Hwy. 98..................601.336.6680 AND ICE CREAM PARLOR 124 Walnut St., #4................601.543.0111 QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL 3705 Hardy St......................601.450.4822 RIO GRANDE ITALIAN 163 Turtle Creek Dr...............601.264.8115 OLIVE GARDEN RESTAURANT MOTEL/HOTEL 4505 Hardy St.......................601.264.2234 RESTAURANTS TABELLA BAPA'S BISTRO 3720 Hardy St.......................601.255.5488 10 Gateway Dr..................... 601.296-0302 THE MAGIC TOMATO GUESTHOUSE NORTHGATE INN 5182 Old Hwy 11..................601.450.3617 6757 Hwy. 49 N....................601.268.8816 250 Here’s Hattiesburg!
PANCAKES/WAFFLES HUDDLE HOUSE 6466 Hwy. 98 W....................601.450.1212 IHOP 2904 Hardy St..............601.264.6789 WAFFLE HOUSE 3109 1/2 Hwy 49 N...............601.544.1737 6737 Hwy 49 N.....................601.268.6217
PIZZA BIANCHI’S PIZZERIA 128 E. Front St......................601.450.1263 CHUCK E. CHEESE 1000 Turtle Creek.................601.261.2668 CICI’S PIZZA 3720 Hardy St.......................601.264.2393 DOMINO’S PIZZA 3211 Hardy St.......................601.264.2996 6061 US Hwy. 98 W...............601.268.1099 FOX’S PIZZA 5266 Old Hwy. 11..................601.264.3690 GATTITOWN PIZZA 4600 Hardy St.......................601.261.3141 KRAFT PIZZA 5202 U S Highway 49...........601.583.9908 LITTLE CAESAR'S PIZZA 3602 Hardy St.......................601.336.5397 MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS
“Always Stone Baked!” Gourmet Pizzas, Killer Hoagies, Mouth Watering Calzones & Fresh Greens
6133 Hwy. 98 West Close to Target.....................601.268.6969 PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA Delivery or Carryout 6158 US Hwy. 49 N...............601.544.8648 6371 Hwy. 98 W. Ste. 50.......601.264.4664 Continued Next Page
PIZZA-CONT'D
PIZZA HUT Delivery, Dine-In or Carryout 1000 Brdwy Ste 10 Hardy St..601.544.2318 580 Weathersby Rd...............601.264.3441 Dine-In or Carryout only 1410 N. 31st Ave. & Hwy 49 N...601.264.2170 PIZZA INN 5040 Hardy St.......................601.261.5900 VILLA PIZZA 1000 Turtle Creek Dr.............601.268.8798
PO-BOYS PETER’S PO-BOYS 715 Broadway Dr..................601.582.8272 PO-BOY EXPRESS 2511 W. 4th St......................601.582.9945 6470 US Hwy 98...................601.336.5273
SANDWICHES
BAKERS BURGER CO. 6154 US Hwy 49 ..................601.336.5042 GOLD POST SANDWICH HOUSE, INC. 2210 Hardy St.......................601.583.9454 HONEY BAKED HAM 4600 Hardy St.......................601.268.6434 JERRY’S FOOD FACTORY 6912 US Hwy 49 Ste FC12....601.544.3663 JIMMY JOHN'S GOURMET SANDWICHES 3317 Hardy St........................ 601.336.5713 LOVIE’S 6565 US Hwy. 98 W... 601.450.4438 SWEET PEPPERS 5064 Hardy St., Ste. 20.........601.579.8335 2005 Lincoln Rd....................601.268.2250
SANDWICHES/SUBS CHARLEY’S GRILLED SUBS 1000 Turtle Creek Dr.............601.268.3322 FIREHOUSE SUBS 6106 US Hwy. 98..................601.261.9433 2401 Hardy St.......................601.599.7827 LENNY’S SUB SHOP 3704 Hardy St.......................601.296.0088
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS
“Always Stone Baked!” Killer Hoagies , Gourmet Pizzas, Mouth Watering Calzones & Fresh Greens
6133 Hwy. 98 West Close to Target.....................601.268.6969 ROLY POLY 2902 Hardy St. Ste 90...........601.579.9215 SUBWAY 5281 Old Hwy. 11...601.268.7350 SUBWAY SANDWICH SHOP 2910 Hardy St.......................601.264.1473 4904 Hardy St.......................601.261.9910 7183 Hwy. 98 W....................601.264.9579 3710 W 4th St.......................601.271.7930 4050 Hwy. 11 S.....................601.544.3299 SUBWAY SANDWICH SHOP-CONT'D Inside Wesley Medical Center 5001 West Hardy St...........601.296.3780 826 Broadway Dr..................601.584.7827 6762 Hwy. 49 North..............601.268.7801 5317 US Hwy. 49 S...............601.582.2299 VILLIE’S SUBS AND MORE 6158 US Hwy. 49..................601.544.3354
SEAFOOD CAPTAIN “D’s” 1906 Arcadia St....................601.544.4388 LE’S SEAFOOD & DELI 5332 Highway 42..................601.582.9950 LOUISIANA SEAFOOD CONNCECTION The bisque's are great! 6409 US Hwy 98...................601.268.0551 MACK’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 843 River Rd.........................601.582.5101 MACK’S WEST 7329 US Hwy. 98..................601.296.9360 Continued Next Page
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PETAL
STEAKHOUSES
SEAFOOD-CONT'D RAYNER’S SEAFOOD HOUSE 7343 Hwy 49 N ....................601.268.2639 RED LOBSTER Come see what’s fresh today Whether it’s the catch of the day, crab legs, shrimp, or lobster, you’ll be sure to get your taste for seafood satisfied at Red Lobster. 4670 Hardy St......................601.268.9136 SOUTHERN SEAFOOD 1005 E Hardy St ...................601.584.0438 TRIANGLE SEAFOOD AND PO BOYS 420 Hardy St ........................601.584.6161
SMOOTHIES
SMOOTHIE KING 3201 Hardy St ......................601.271.2050 SMOOTHIE KING 98 6101 U S Highway 98 Ste 70 ..................................601.264.2936 252 Here’s Hattiesburg!
CONESTOGA STEAK HOUSE 6314 Hwy 49 N ....................601.264.8816 DONANELLE'S BAR & GRILL 4321 US Hwy 49 ..................601.545.3860 LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 4503 Hardy St......................601.296.9279 OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 103 Carlisle Dr ....................601.264.0771 RYAN’S STEAKHOUSE 6082 US Hwy. 98..................601.268.0488
SUSHI CHINA BUFFET & SUSHI BAR Big, big buffet! Great Sushi! Chinese & American Entrees. 4600 Hardy St......................601.264.0688 EDO SUSHI ASIAN CUISINE 6414 U.S. Hwy. 98 ................601.261.5277
TEA
LOVIE’S 6565 US Hwy. 98 W..............601.450.4438
THAI
JUTAMA’S 910 Timothy Ln ....................601.584.8583 SURIN THAILAND 6101 US Hwy. 49..................601.296.9686
CATFISH ONE 221 Hwy 42..........................601.584.7001 CATFISH WAGON 9129 Hwy 42........................601.583.3479 CHILI’S 16 Brinker Drive...................601.545.1638 CHURCH’S 307 W. Central Ave ...............601.582.7311 DAYLIGHT DONUTS 219 Hwy 42..........................601.584.1005 DOMINO’S PIZZA 97 Morris St .........................601.544.3030 EL MARIACHI LOCO 519 Hwy 42..........................601.545.2444 EL RANCHO 1231 Hwy. 42 .......................601.450.7326 GOLDEN DRAGON By Walmart Hwy 42 .............601.554.8485 HARDEE’S 106 W. Central Ave ...............601.584.6249 McDONALD’S-PETAL Hwy 42 ................................601.544.6524 MOM & DAD’S COUNTRY COOKING 844 U S Hwy 11 ...................601.583.8070 NEW CHINA RESTAURANT 404 Hwy 42..........................601.544.3333 PIZZA HUT 223 Central Ave....................601.545.8303 POPEYES 31 Byrd Blvd ........................601.544.6045 SONIC DRIVE-IN OF PETAL New Richton Rd ...................601.545.7722 SUBWAY SANDWICH SHOP 21 W Central Ave..................601.582.8231 283 Byrd Parkway ...............601.544.6415 WARD’S 218 Richton Rd ......601.543.0220 WENDY’S 518 Hwy 42 ..........601.584.6737 Continued Next Page
NIGHT LIFE
BENNY’S BOOM BOOM ROOM 142 E. Front St .....................601.408.6040 BEST WESTERN NORTHGATE INN Feature nightly live entertainment. Happy Hour 5-7 pm M.F, Cover charge $5 Fri. & Sat.
6757 US Hwy 49 ..................601.268.8816 END ZONE Pool tables, darts
LUMBERTON BAD TO THE BONE 293 E Main Ave ....................601.796.8242 CUEVAS FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT Open Thurs.-Sat.
7196 US Hwy. 11..................601.796.9017 WARD’S FAST FOODS OF LUMBERTON 305 W. Main St .....................601.796.2328
PURVIS DOMINO’S PIZZA 5828 US Hwy 11 ..................601.794.6660 HUNAN GARDENS CHINESE RESTAURANT 116 Shelby Speights Dr .......601 794.5335 LT’S FISH HOUSE 590 Hwy. 589 .......................601.794.5890 McDONALD’S 5791 Hwy 11........................601.744.0140 FIORELLA’S 176 Shelby Speights Dr .......601.794.3300 PERICOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 176 Shelby Speights Dr .......601.794.6464 PIZZA HUT 176 Shelby Speights Dr .......601.794.0084 SONIC DRIVE-IN Hwy. 11 ................................601.794.8870 SUBWAY OF PURVIS 5796 US Hwy. 11..................601.794.5511 WARD’S OF PURVIS 584 US Hwy. 11 S ................601.794.8146
SUMRALL LAU-TORI’S FINE FOODS 1143 Hwy 42........................601.758.3586 MURPHY’S CATFISH 1060 Hwy 42........................601.758.4122 SCOOPS ICE CREAM SHOP 1060 Hwy. 42 .......................601.758.4122 SUBWAY 1182 Hwy. 42 .......................601.758.0555 WARD’S OF SUMRALL 1192 Hwy 42........................601.758.1933
2505 W. 4th Street ...............601.583.8154 HOOTERS 101 Carlisle Dr. ....................601.268.6600 MAHOGANY BAR, THE 3810 Hardy St ......................601.264.0656 McGREGOR'S PUB Great Martinis!!!
120 Westover ......................601.450.1041 MUGSHOTS 204 N. 40th Ave ...................601.271.2299 NICK’S ICE HOUSE 216 Hardy St........................601.544.5987 OUR PLACE 1900 Lincoln Rd. 601.296.0303 ROPERS
Country Western bar & dance club. Drink specials, Ladies Nights Tuesday & Thursday.
PERRY
6428 US Hwy 49 S. ..............601.543.0987 SHENANIGANS
CHARLEXIS FISH & STEAK 37368 Highway 63 N, Richton ............................... 601.989-3166 DEPOT DELI & PIZZERIA 931 Lodge St., Beaumont ....601.784.3833 GRILL DEPOT 403 Hwy 98 W, New Augusta .......................601.964.8477 SUBWAY 101 Dogwood Ave., Richton ................................601.788.6650 403 Hwy. 98 W New Augusta .......................601.964.8477 SWEET MAGNOLIA RESTAURANT Hwy 42 E. Richton................601.788.5871
2100 W Pine .........................601.261.0730 SIDELINES SPORTS CAFE 2763 Oak Grove Rd. .............601.599.4263 SULLY'S TAVERN 213 Sullivan Kilrain Rd.........601.336.5358 TASTE 600 N Main St ..........601.544.0307 TAVERN THE 1825 Hardy St .. 601.543.0659 THE GOLD PUB AND GRILL 1605 Hardy St. .....................601.336.5376 THIRSTY HIPPO 211 1/2 Main St ...................601.583.9188 309 Mcleod St......................601.583.9188 WALNUT CIRCLE GRILL 115 Walnut St ......................601.544.2202
Karaoke 9pm-2am, Tues-Sat
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Advertiser's Index 206 Front .................................................. 35
Forrest County Board of Supervisors ......... 19
A Gallery............................................. 39, 81
Forrest General Hospital .... Inside Front Cover
Advanced Pain Therapy ........................... 195
Forrest General Hospital Home Care ........ 187
Pine Belt Dental PLLC.............................. 202
Alfa Insurance-David Sides ....................... 37
Georgia Pacific Leaf River Cellulose .......... 49
Pine Belt National Golf Course ................. 142
Area Development Partnership (The ADP) .........................................28-29
Gilder, Jerry Dr., D.D.S. ............................ 204
Pine Creek Golf Course............................ 142
Guesthouse Northgate Inn ......................... 15
Play It Again Sports ................................. 134
Aunt Linda’s Diva’s Dogs & Cats .............. 169
Hancock Bank ............................................. 3
Plum’s Bridal Registry/A Gallery ................ 81
Belle & Beau Hairstyling ............................ 80
Hattiesburg Clinic .................................... 190
Presbyterian Christian School .................. 217
Bellevue Florist .......................................... 79
Hattiesburg Clinic Ob/Gyn........................ 191
Red Lobster ............................................. 249
Benedict Day School ............................... 220
Hattiesburg Convention Commission ......... 10
Repasky & Lott .......................................... 30
Bianchi’s Pizzeria ...................................... 35
Hattiesburg Family Dental ....................... 203
Reynolds Family Dental Clinic.................. 201
Big Bay.............................................100-101
Hattiesburg G.I. Associates ...................... 198
Richton Bank & Trust ................................. 51
Breland, Wesley Realty ............................. 95
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport ......... 231
Robertson Photography ............................ 17
Canebrake Country Club.... Inside Back Cover
Hattiesburg Oral Surgery ......................... 200
Sacred Heart School................................ 218
CARE Physical Therapy............................ 199
Hattiesburg Public School District............ 223
Shag Salon ................................................ 57
Carter’s Jewelry ........................................ 91
Hattiesburg Visitor’s Center ......................... 9
Shoots Salon & Spa ................................... 59
Carterville Baptist Church ........................ 226
Hattiesburg Zoo ......................................... 10
Smile Time Family Dental ........................ 205
Central Baptist School ............................. 219
Heritage Properties...................................... 7
Southern Neurologic & Spinal Institute .... 196
Children’s Medical Group ........................ 197
Hicks & Bennett......................................... 43
Southern Properties................................... 95
China Buffet & Sushi Bar ......................... 248
Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association .. 31
Southern Smiles ...................................... 205
City of Hattiesburg..................................... 13
Holiday Inn & Suites ................................ 146
Southgate Realty ......................................... 5
Coldstone Creamery ................................ 249
Holland Veterinary Clinic .......................... 167
St. Thomas Catholic Church .................... 228
Coldwell Banker ........................................ 93
Hub City Lofts ...................................120-121
State Farm-Bradley Black.......................... 43
Community Bank....................................... 30
Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home.................. 35
Sun Development .................................... 146
Community Bible Church ........................ 227
Lab Test Depot ........................................ 199
Town & Country Animal Hospital.............. 169
Corner Market ........................................... 17
Lamar Auto Salvage ................................ 129
Tra-Brenta Royale Bed & Breakfast ........... 49
Cotton Blues ............................................ 251
Lamar County Board of Supervisors .......... 23
Trinity Episcopal ...................................... 226
Creative Kids ........................................... 221
Lamar Health & Rehabilitation ................. 240
United Country Gibson Realty .................... 97
Crye-Leike Signature One Realty.............. 95
Mack Grubbs Hyundai ................................. 6
University of Southern Mississippi ........... 209
Daniel & Steph Photography & Film........... 87
Magnolia State Bank ................................. 59
USM Osher Lifelong Learning ...................... 8
Dottie Farris Realtor................................... 97
Main Street Books ..................................... 35
Vardaman Buick .......................................... 2
Downtown Tonsorial Parlor ........................ 37
McArthur, Thames, Slay & Dews................ 37
Veseley’s Nursery .................................... 123
Dunbar Real Estate.................................... 37
McKenzie’s on Main .................................. 35
Wesley Manor ......................................... 241
Economy Supply........................................ 39
Memorial Behavioral Health .................... 192
Endless Summer ....................................... 73
Wesley Medical Center ....Outside Back Cover
Mimi’s Bridal ............................................. 79
Enviro ........................................................ 15
Wesley Medical Group ...............................189
Newpointe Pharmacy ................................ 65
Episcopal Church of the Ascension ......... 227
Westside Studio......................................... 65
Oak Grove Family Clinic........................... 186
Eve Marie’s ............................................... 55
Pearl River Community College ............... 215
Westminster Presbyterian Church ........... 228
Extreme Skate Zone ............................... 127
Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association ..4
William Carey University ...................Inside Front Cover, Right Read
Family Practice/After Hours Clinic ........... 193
Perry County Board of Supervisors ............ 27
Windham House ...................................... 241
Fine Wine & Liquor Loft ............................. 57
Perry County General Hospital ................... 51
Women’s Pavilion of South MS ................ 194
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Pine Belt Community Foundation, The Greater ........................ 20
SHOPPER'S GUIDE Accountants McArthur, Thames, Slay & Dews..................37 Airports Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport...........231 Antiques McKenzie’s On Main ....................................35 Apartments Heritage Properties........................................7 Southgate Realty, LLC ...................................5 Art Galleries A Gallery............................................. 39 & 81 Westside Studio...........................................65 Attorneys Hicks & Bennett, PLLC.................................43 Auto Dealers-New Mack Grubbs Hyundai ...................................6 Vardaman Buick-Honda.................................2 Auto Parts-Used Lamar Auto Salvage ..................................129 Banks Community Bank.........................................30 Hancock Bank ...............................................3 Magnolia State Bank ...................................59 Richton Bank & Trust ...................................51 Barber Shop Downtown Tonsorial Parlor ..........................37 Beauty Salons Belle & Beau Hairstyling ..............................80 Endless Summer Tanning & Hair Salon........73 Shag Salon ..................................................57 Shoots Salon & Spa .....................................59 Bed & Breakfast Tra-Brenta Royale Bed & Breakfast .............49 Books Main Street Books .......................................35 Bridal Gowns Mimi’s Bridal ...............................................79 Bridal Registry A Gallery/Plums Bridal Registry ..............39,81 Building Supplies Economy Supply..........................................39 Business Associations Historic Hattiesburg Downtown Association ..31 Chambers of Commerce The Area Development Partnership (The ADP)......................................... 28-29 Churches Carterville Baptist Church ..........................226 Community Bible Church ...........................227 Episcopal Church of the Ascension, The ....227 St. Thomas Catholic Church Student Center ...................................228 Trinity Episcopal Church ............................226 Westminster Presbyterian Church .............228
Cat & Dog Boarding Aunt Linda’s Pet Hotel ...............................169 Cities City of Hattiesburg.......................................13 Clothes and Accessories-Women Eve Marie’s Boutique ...................................55 Community Foundations Pine Belt Community Foundation, The Greater ........................20 Continuing Education USM Osher Lifelong Learning ........................8 Convention and Visitors’ Bureau Hattiesburg Convention Commission ...........10 Counties Forrest County Board of Supervisors ...........19 Lamar County Board of Supervisors ............23 Perry County Board of Supervisors ..............27 Country Clubs Canebrake Country Club......Inside Back Cover Day Care Creative Kids Christian Learning Center ....221 Dental Services Dr. Jerry Gilder, D.D.S. ...............................204 Hattiesburg Family Dental Care .................203 Pine Belt Dental PLLC................................202 Reynolds Family Dentistry .........................201 Smile Time Family Dental ..........................205 Southern Smiles ........................................205 Dental Services-Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Hattiesburg Oral Surgery ...........................200 Drug & Alcohol Treatment Centers Memorial Behavioral Health ......................192 Economic Development The ADP ................................................ 28-29 Electric Companies Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association .. 4 Florists Bellevue Florist ............................................79 Formal Gowns Mimi’s Bridal ...............................................79 Funeral Homes Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home....................35 Garden Centers/Nurseries Vesley’s Nursery ........................................123 Gifts A Gallery/Plums .................................. 39 & 81 Westside Studio...........................................65 Golf Clubs Canebrake Country Club......Inside Back Cover Pine Belt National Golf Course ...................142 Pine Creek Golf Course..............................142 Grocery Stores Corner Market .............................................17
Home Health Care & Hospice Forrest General Home Care & Hospice ......187 Hospitals Forrest General Hospital ......Inside Front Cover Perry County General Hospital .....................51 Wesley Medical Center ..... Outside Back Cover Hotels/Motels Holiday Inn & Suites ..................................146 Guesthouse Northgate Inn ...........................15 Ice Cream Cold Stone Creamery ................................249 Insurance Alfa Insurance- David Sides ........................37 State Farm- Bradley Black...........................43 Jewelry Stores Carter’s Jewelry ..........................................91 Repasky & Lott ............................................30 Lab Testing0 Lab Test Depot ..........................................199 Liquor Stores Fine Wine & Liquor Loft ...............................57 Lumber Yards Economy Supply..........................................39 Manufacturers Leaf River Cellulose .....................................49 Medical-Physician & Surgeons Advanced Pain Therapy .............................195 Children’s Medical Group ..........................197 Family Practice/After Hours Clinic..............193 Hattiesburg Clinic-Main Clinic ...................190 Hattiesburg Clinic-OB/GYN ........................191 Hattiesburg G.I. Associates ........................198 Oak Grove Family Clinic.............................186 Southern Neurologic & Spinal Institute ......196 Wesley Medical Group ...............................189 Women’s Pavilion of So. MS ......................194 Motels/Hotels Holiday Inn & Suites ..................................146 Guesthouse Northgate Inn ...........................15 Pet Boarding & Grooming Aunt Linda’s Pet Hotel ...............................169 Pharmacies Newpointe Pharmacy ..................................65 Photographers Daniel & Steph Photography & Film.............87 Robertson Photography ...............................17 Physical Therapy CARE Physical Therapy..............................199 Pizza Bianchi’s Pizzeria ........................................35 Publishers-Magazine M & M Publishing .............................. 238-239 Real Estate Developments Big Bay.............................................. 100-101 Continued Next Page
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SHOPPER'S GUIDE Real Estate-Lofts Hub City Lofts .................................... 120-121 Realtors Breland, Wesley Realtors .............................95 Coldwell Banker- Don Nace.........................93 Crye-Leike Signature One Realty.................95 Dottie Farris Realtor.....................................97 Dunbar Real Estate......................................37 Southern Property Group LLC ......................95 United Country Gibson Realty ......................97 Restaurants Bapa's Bistro .............................................146 Bianchi’s Pizzeria ........................................35 206 Front ....................................................35 China Buffet & Sushi Bar ...........................248 Cotton Blues ..............................................251 Red Lobster ...............................................249 Retirement & Assisted Care Facilities Lamar Health and Rehabilitation................240 Wesley Manor Retirement Home ...............241 Windham House ........................................241
Schools-Private & Parochial Benedict Day School .................................220 Central Baptist School ...............................219 Presbyterian Christian School ....................217 Sacred Heart Catholic Church ...................218 Schools-Public Hattiesburg Public Schools ........................223 Skating Extreme Skate Zone ..................................127 Spas Shoots Salon & Spa .....................................59 Sports Equipment-Used Play It Again Sports ...................................134 Sundresses Endless Summer .........................................73 Tanning Salons Endless Summer .........................................73 Universities & Colleges Pearl River Community College .................215 University of Southern Mississippi .............209 William Carey University .................................. ..........................Inside Front Cover Right Read
Veterinarians Holland Veterinary Clinic ............................167 Town & Country Animal Hospital................169 Videography Daniel & Steph Photography & Film.............87 Visitor’s Centers Hattiesburg Visitor’s Center ...........................9 Waste Management Enviro ..........................................................15 Wedding Dresses Mimi’s Bridal ...............................................79 Women’s Clothing Eve Marie’s Boutique ...................................55 Zoos Hattiesburg Zoo ...........................................10 M & M Publishing 118 W. Canebrake Blvd., Hattiesburg, MS 39402 Phone: 601.264.7574 Fax: 601.296.7679
WEDDING SERVICES DIRECTORY Beauty Salons Belle & Beau Hairstyling 2113 Oak Grove Rd, Hattiesburg...................................601.264.9388 Endless Summer Hwy 98 W, Hattiesburg .................601.579.9800 Shag Salon 4200 West 4th St, Hattiesburg ....601.599.7424 Shoots Salon & Spa #1 Cane Dr, Hattiesburg ...............601.264.8081 Bed & Breakfast Tra-Brenta Royale Bed & Breakfast 100 First St, New Augusta, MS.....601.864.3119 Bridal Gowns Mimi’s Bridal 507 N. 16th Ave, Laurel ................601.649.6006 Dresses Eve Marie’s Boutique 3901 Hardy St, Ste 90, Hattiesburg ..................................601.450.0559 Florist Bellevue Florist & Gifts 6690 US Hwy 98, Hattiesburg .....601.264.8269
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Gifts A Gallery/Plums 134 E. Front St, Hattiesburg ........601.584.6785 Bellevue Florist & Gifts 6690 US Hwy 98, Hattiesburg .....601.264.8269 McKenzie’s on Main 409 N. Main St, Hattiesburg ........601.544.2240 Westside Studio Hwy. 98 W at Newpointe, Hattiesburg...................................601.579.9378 Jewelers Carter’s Jewelry 35 Byrd Blvd, Ste 1001, Petal.......601.582.4222 Liquor Fine Wine & Liquor Loft 28 Market St, Hattiesburg ............601.579.7048 Lodging Holiday Inn & Suites 10 Gateway Dr, Hattiesburg..........601.296.0302 Northgate Guesthouse Inn 6757 US Hwy. 49, Hattiesburg .....601.268.8816 Photographers Daniel & Steph Photography & Film Buschman St., Hattiesburg................ www.danielandsteph.com Robertson Photography www.arobertsonphotgraphy.com ..601.674.6059
Receptions Canebrake Country Club #1 Cane Dr, Hattiesburg ..............601.271.2010 Holiday Inn & Suites 10 Gateway Dr, Hattiesburg..........601.296.0302 Lake Terrace Convention Center 1 Convention Center Plaza, Hattiesburg...................................601.268.3220 The Venue 127 Buschman St, Ste. 10, Hattiesburg...................................601.336.2024 Restaurants China Buffet & Sushi Bar 4600 Hardy St, Ste 22 Hattiesburg...................................601.264.0688 Cotton Blues 6116 Hwy 98 W Hattiesburg...................................601.450.0510 Red Lobster 4670 Hardy St, Hattiesburg ..........601.268.9136 Tanning Endless Summer Hwy 98 W, Hattiesburg .................601.579.9800