Hotline

Akwete Muhammed of Habitat for Humanity about the need for assistance in providing affordable housing in our area.

Amanda Woods, Extension Agent for the Mississippi State University Extension Service, Marion County,

John McFarland, Executive Director of the SE Mississippi Chapter of the American Red Cross about disaster preparedness and volunteer training.

Mayor Johnny Magee of Laurel about the workings of a city government, including working with the state legislature in areas of common interest.

Ann McCullen of Edwards Street Fellowship Center about resources available for those in need, including food, medical care and items that can be provided by a thrift store.

LaToya Norman of the African American Military History Museum talking about Black History Month activities there and throughout the city of Hattiesburg.

Jennifer Rothert of Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi, along with her Girl Scout daughters Kimrey and Kayleigh about encouragement of young girls in social, academic, job skills and other areas.

Kari Lynn Besing from the United Way of Southeast Mississippi was the guest, talking about the numerous charitable groups benefitting from United Way.

Paula Mathis of OLLI, Oscher Lifelong Learning Institute at USM, talking about the numerous classes and trips taken by this group.

Dr. Paul Byers - State Epidemiologist, Mississippi Department of Health about Flu season in Mississippi

Jay Statum - Veteran Service Officer for Lamar County about services available to veterans in Lamar County, Mississippi

Sharon Robbins of Jubilee Havens talking about the above during this the National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

Diane James of Crimestoppers about neighborhood safety and reporting of crimes or suspicious activity.

Rep. Missy McGee of Hattiesburg about issues before the Mississippi Legislature, which is about to convene.

Eric Williams, Assistant Director of Emergency Medical Technology at Jones College about how to recognize and deal with emergency medical situations.

Ryan Moore, Public Information Officer of the Hattiesburg Police Department about safety inside and outside the home during the holiday season.

Dana Bumgardner of “Cherished Hearts,” a group trying to establish a child advocacy center in the Jones County area.

Dietitian Hannah Thompson of Merit Health Wesley talking about the above.

Robert Smith of Laurel’s Christian Food Mission telling of the ministries of this organization regarding hunger.