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Nearly 800 people a day visiting Hattiesburg Zoo’s Serengeti Springs Park

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3 months ago

June 12, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-06-12 10:53:50

SUMMARY: The recently opened Serengeti Springs water park at Hattiesburg Zoo is attracting hundreds of daily visitors and has created nearly 200 seasonal jobs. Families like Ryland Jones and his mother, celebrating Ryland’s 7th birthday, and Dennis Fiser’s family are enjoying the kid-friendly and family-oriented activities, such as water slides and the Lazy River. With around 800 people visiting daily, guests are coming from various states including Louisiana, Alabama, Michigan, and Texas. Lifeguard Kylie Rhus and other employees are excited about their roles. The park operates daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with after-hours events announcements forthcoming.

Nearly 800 people a day visiting Hattiesburg Zoo’s Serengeti Springs Park

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Weekend Preview – Sept. 19, 2024

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53 mins ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-19 11:03:24

SUMMARY: This weekend marks the return of two beloved events in the Pine Belt: “Live at 5″ in Hattiesburg, featuring live music and family-friendly activities, and “Wind Down Downtown” in Laurel, a wine tasting and shopping event. Hattiesburg will also host a Hispanic Festival, offering free health screenings and entertainment, while Mississippi Songwriters Festival kicks off in Ocean Springs. Additionally, an Art Talk at the Lauren Rogers Museum and a Hummingbird Festival in Moss Point will showcase local talent. The weather is expected to remain hot and muggy, with no rain forecasted through the weekend.

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Tupelo's Braylen Williams ruled ineligible to compete in the 2024-2025 academic year

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3 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 09:14:15

SUMMARY: Brillan Williams, a football player from Tupelo High School, has been ruled ineligible by the MHSAA for the 2024-2025 school year after transferring from Nettleton High School. The MHSAA determined that Williams’ move was not a bona fide transfer, stating it was purely for athletic reasons and occurred outside the transfer window. Tupelo High made a case for his eligibility since summer, but their efforts were unsuccessful. Williams had previously played as a quarterback at Nettleton High for two years.

Tupelo football player Braylen Williams was ruled ineligible to compete in all athletics in the 2024-2025 academic year.

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MUW partners with hospital for new nursing program

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3 hours ago

September 19, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-19 09:08:18

SUMMARY: The Mississippi University for Women (MUW) has launched a new initiative to address the nursing shortage by partnering with Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle. This program allows Registered Nursing students to work alongside professionals, becoming student nurse residents. Associate nursing students at MUW will earn clinical credit while receiving training under the mentorship of a clinical coach. Two students from the existing nurse extern program will be selected for this new opportunity, enhancing their practical experience and preparing them for future nursing roles.