Hattiesburg, Mississippi – During the Mississippi Municipal League’s 92nd Annual Conference held this week on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Hattiesburg’s Mayor Toby Barker ascended to the office of President. The City of Hattiesburg also took home the conference’s top award “Best Overall,” highlighting the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum and Alley. Barker is honored to continue his service to the League and...
CITY OF HATTIESBURG NEWS
Hattiesburg Police Officers and Sanitation Equipment Operators in Public Works See Mid-Year Raise
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, the Hattiesburg City Council unanimously approved a budget amendment that will give a mid-year raise to sworn officers with the Hattiesburg Police Department and equipment operators/drivers in the sanitation division of Public Works. Mayor Toby Barker stated that the urgency to continue attracting quality professionals in both the police department and sanitation...
Hattiesburg Community Pools Slated to Open June 5
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – After several months of necessary upgrades, Hattiesburg’s three community pools will open for the hot summer months on Monday, June 5. Located at Vernon Dahmer Park (100 Country Club Road), CE Roy Community Center (300 East 5th Street) and Ben McNair Center (300 North 12th Avenue), the pools will follow the schedule below: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays:...
Hattiesburg Releases 2023 Hub City Summer Guide
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – To help families plan a productive summer full of enrichment opportunities across a variety of community partners, the City of Hattiesburg has released its 2023 edition of the Hub City Summer Guide. “We had a great deal of feedback about last year’s guide – about how helpful it was for parents to plan entertaining and educational opportunities for...
Hattiesburg Mayor Appointed to National League of Cities’ Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2023 Transportation and Infrastructure Services (TIS) federal advocacy committee. This committee has the lead responsibility to developing NLC’s federal policy positions on issues involving transportation, including planning, funding, safety and security of public transit, streets and highways, aviation, railroads and ports. “I am...
Hattiesburg Names Coach Ernie Watson Grand Marshal for Parade of Champions
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – The City of Hattiesburg named Hattiesburg High Head Basketball Coach Ernie Watson as the grand marshal for its Parade of Champions set to roll on Monday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Hattiesburg. This year, Watson led the Hattiesburg High Boys Basketball team to its third state title and, its first since 1974. He has served...
Hattiesburg Plans for Renovations at Kamper Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – Beginning Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the City of Hattiesburg will close the tennis courts at Kamper Park for upgrades that will include new overlay on all courts, four championship-level courts for tennis, four championship-level courts for pickleball, improved lighting, new nets and windscreens. “We’re excited about the progress and momentum at Kamper Park,” said Mayor Toby Barker....
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann Provides Legislative Update to Pine Belt Area Officials
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – On Wednesday morning, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann joined state and local officials at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center in Downtown Hattiesburg to give an update following the 2023 legislative session. Specifically, Lt. Governor Hosemann reported on the Mississippi Legislature’s unprecedented investments in infrastructure, which included: A one-to-one state match for cities and counties that used their...
Hattiesburg Hosts Annual Job Fair for Students
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – On Tuesday, April 11, the City of Hattiesburg will host its annual job fair for local high school students (16+) at the Jackie Dole Sherrill Community Center (220 West Front Street) from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. High school students will have an opportunity to meet with local employers who have immediate hiring needs for the summer...
Mayor Barker Appoints City Engineer & Director for Engineering & Transportation
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – On Monday, April 3, Mayor Toby Barker announced MaryBeth Bergin as his appointment for City Engineer and Director for Transportation & Engineering. As the director, she will lead the following five divisions under Engineering and Transportation: engineering, traffic, mass transit, graphic information systems (GIS) and the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). “We are excited to have MaryBeth lead...
Hattiesburg Experiences a Water Main Break near Kamper Park
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – Around 1 a.m. on Tuesday, February 28, a 10-inch water main broke around the Kamper Park area. City crews have identified the immediate impact area and are working with the contractor to repair the break. Because of the location of this specific line, many homes – even those not in close proximity to the line – may experience...
Lincoln Road Paving Project Begins This Week
Hattiesburg, Mississippi – On Thursday, February 23, the City of Hattiesburg will begin paving Lincoln Road, between Highway 49 and South 40th Avenue. This stretch is approximately two miles. Milling will take place first, then paving. Contractors will begin work on the northern westbound lane at Highway 49, then they will work their way toward South 40th Avenue. The work...