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Live Crime Updates Timaja Virgil turns himself in to serve prison time. Lawrence Frazier booked by Forrest County Sheriff, Hattiesburg Police & MDOC Eric Jones (50) booked in Jones County for Intimidate Public Service Taylin Brown (20) being held at Jones County Jail for Probation Violation Jail & Crime THE HATTIESBURG NEWS Latest Jail & Crime News 1 2 3 4 5 Special Investigations Donivan Barnes was a 26 year old black man that was killed on Friday, October 6, 2023. Andrew David Cook, a 23 year old white man was charged in the killing of Donivan but on Friday, all charges were dropped despite Andrew David Cook confession, his mother confession, Donivan DNA on his truck and other evidence. THN is investigating this case to uncover the truth and get answers for the victim's family. We will investigate what happened before, during and after the murder of Donivan Barnes. Donivan Barnes Case If you got a case that you need help with, we'd love to hear from you. Let our investigative team get you answers, justice, and peace you deserve. Visit our contact page or email us news@gethattiesburgnews.com . New Cases Tap Here to Open Case Investigations 1 2 3 4 5 Jail Report 1 2 Court & Prison Missing Persons Report

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Mississippi Juneteenth: 3rd Annual Juneteenth Picnic 2026 Location: Vernon Dahmer Park, 1000 Country Club Rd, Hattiesburg, MS. Yessss! Juneteenth 2026 is almost here. Here's your opportunity to be a part of the statewide event taking place here in Hattiesburg, Friday, June 19 - Sunday, June 21, 2026 as thousands celebrate at the historic Vernon Dahmer Park. Whether you're a sponsor, vendor, participant or volunteer, we need your help to power this year's historic event. Simply stroll down and signup. It's that easy. Friday, June 19| Juneteenth Day We kick off celebrating Juneteenth by packing out Vernon Dahmer Park by the 1,000's with a special Juneteenth Awards & Hall of Fame Show featuring a national keynote speaker, a free community concert, baseball tournament, a mass candle light, a host of vendors and a fireworks show. Saturday, June 20| Juneteenth Weekend We kick off Juneteenth Weekend with multiple sports tournaments, a free community concert featuring a national artist, a step show, free swimming, kids rides, a host of vendors and another exciting fireworks show. Sunday, June 21| Father's Day We end Juneteenth by celebrating fathers with a free Father's Day Community Concert featuring a national artist, a host of vendors and a grand finale spectacular fireworks show. The Juneteenth Picnic, in partnership with THN News, is an annual event under the Community Development Division of The HMG Firm. The event is under the leadership of the Juneteenth Executive Board. Questions? Email thehmgfirm@gmail.com . Become A Vendor We'd love for you to become an official Juneteenth Vendor. Showcase your talent and skills. Grow your audience. Increase your revenue. Be featured of tv, streaming and digital platforms. This is the opportunity that you've been waiting for. Hurry while spaces are still available. Learn More Become A Sponsor We'd love for you to become an official Juneteenth Sponsor. This is your opportunity to connect directly with the community. Help power one of the premiere community events in the South that brings so many communities together. Learn More Become A Volunteer What better to get help the world become a better place than volunteering just a little bit of your time for a worthy event all while having food and eating good. We would love for you and your friends to volunteer to help assist us as we bring communities together for a historic event. Learn More

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