🌱 Four Injured In Weekend Shooting + Local Crowned Miss Mississippi

Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Hattiesburg Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Variable clouds, a t-storm. High: 93 Low: 73.
• Wednesday: A strong afternoon t-storm. High: 93 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories today in Hattiesburg:

1. Four people were injured in a shooting in Hattiesburg over the weekend. Police say the incident occurred on Saturday, Jun. 10, shortly after midnight in the 6100 block of Highway 49 North. One of the victims was transported to the hospital in critical condition. Police were still investigating the incident at the time of reporting. (WJTV)
2. A Hattiesburg teen is heading to Mobile, Alabama tomorrow (Jun. 14) to compete in a national scholarship competition. Sophie Pitts is one of 50 candidates in the running for the Distinguished Young Woman of America 2023 title. The title includes $155,000 in cash scholarships. (HubcitySPOKES.com)
3. The title of Miss Mississippi was awarded to a Hattiesburg native in Vicksburg on Saturday. Vivian O'Neal was previously crowned Miss Pine Belt and says she plans to spend her time as Miss Mississippi preparing for the upcoming Miss America pageant. She is the 90th woman to win the state crown. (WAPT Jackson)

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Today and tomorrow in Hattiesburg:

Tuesday, June 13

• Tuesday Night Tunes At Trattoria Pizzeria (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 14

• Alkebulan Music Philosophy At Parkway Heights United Methodist Church (10:30 AM)

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From my notebook:

• In case you missed it: the Hattiesburg Zoo is hosting Tacos & Tequila this Friday, Jun. 16, from 6:00-9:30 p.m. Click here to find tickets for this special adults-only event. (Hattiesburg Zoo via Facebook)
• Did you know that Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation hosts Community Pick-up Dodgeball on the second Sunday of each month? Stop by the Ben McNair Community Center from 3:00-5:00 p.m. for this all-ages, co-ed activity. (Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• The Hattiesburg Police Department will host Popsicles in the Park tomorrow (Jun. 14) at 4:00 p.m. Swing by Robertson Place Apartments to grab a popsicle and play games. (City of Hattiesburg-Government via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday. I'll be in your inbox soon with your next update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.