🌱 Five Puppies Left Overnight At Humane Society + Gas Prices Update

Hi there, Hattiesburg! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Partly sunny, hot and humid. High: 99 Low: 74.
• Friday: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. High: 98 Low: 75.

Here are the top three stories today in Hattiesburg:

1. On Sunday, five puppies were found unharmed at the Hub City Humane Society after being dropped off overnight in an insubstantial kennel. The person has since been identified and the issue has been discussed with them. As a reminder, the shelter is advising the public that dumping animals is illegal and can be deadly with the rising temperatures. If you have pets to drop off or if you are interested in adopting, contact the Hub City Humane Society at (601) 596-2206. (WDAM)
2. Rodney Bennett has been appointed as the new chancellor of the University of Nebraska—Lincoln (UNL), succeeding Ronnie Green. Bennett, who previously served as the president of the University of Southern Mississippi, expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to lead UNL and highlighted his decades of preparation for this role. As the flagship campus of the University of Nebraska system, UNL is known for its strong research programs and commitment to excellence, and Bennett aims to further enhance the university's reputation and impact. (Subscription: Hattiesburg American)
3. As Americans enter the summer travel season, gas prices have remained stable, with low demand preventing significant spikes in most areas. However, some regions, particularly those with new regulations and climate-friendly laws, have experienced notable price increases, reaching nearly $5 per gallon on average. In the Hattiesburg metro area, the current gas price is $2.97, slightly up by 1.7 percent compared to the previous week but down by 34.4 percent compared to the previous year. (WJTV)

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Today and tomorrow in Hattiesburg:

Thursday, June 29

• Tennis And Swim Camp At The Racquet Club Of Hattiesburg (9:00 AM)
• Downtown Hattiesburg Farmers Market At Townsquare Park (3:00 PM)

Friday, June 30

• Ted Hefko And The Thousandaires At Grill & Grocery (9:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Don’t miss Summer Splash Days with the Hattiesburg Fire Department today at Thames Elementary from 1:00-3:00 p.m. See photos from last week’s event at Vernon Dahmer Park at the link. (Hattiesburg Fire Department via Facebook)
• The City of Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation is hosting a free beginner bridge class every Monday at the Sigler Senior Center starting on Jul. 24. Classes are free to attend but registration is required by calling (601) 545-6682. (Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• The Rowan Elementary Junior Beta Club placed at the National Beta Convention! See photos from the convention in Louisville, Kentucky at the link. (Hattiesburg Public School District via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— 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.