Wildlife

The 12-acre Hattiesburg Zoo houses more than 55 species of animals. The small zoo is consists of a promenade with prairie dogs, an African veldt that serves as a home for antelopes and monkeys, and a tiger boardwalk which provides a close-up view of American alligators. It also features facilities like walking trails, tennis courts and picnic areas which are all publicly accessible. It is currently supervised by the Hattiesburg Convention Commission. Hattiesburg Zoo is located inside the Kamper Park in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It is open from 10 am to 4 pm every Tuesday to Sunday and close during Mondays.

Realty Executives, The Executive Team Inc.

Real estate agency Realty Executives, The Executive Team Inc. has been providing high-quality customer service to clients from Pine Belt and Hattiesburg areas for 19 years. The agency employs licensed, experienced and skilled real estate professionals who are all members of the prestigious organization National Association of Realtors. Agents who are members of the organization strictly follow the code of ethics and conduct an honest transaction with clients. Realty Executives conducts business from 9 am to 12 pm every Saturday and opens from 8 am to 5:30 pm from Mondays to Fridays. However, the agency is close during Sundays.

Hattiesburg woman charged with child abuse

Police were called to a home on Fairway Drive for a possible incident involving child abuse on Oct. 15. According to police, Nix was the baby sitter of three children at the home when the incident occurred. Police say the three children were checked out by AAA Ambulance Service at the scene at the original call, and had no apparent injuries. The children were turned back over to their parent. Read more here

Kamper Park in Hattiesburg, MS

The 400-acre Kamper Park is located at 107 South 17th Avenue in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Historically, the land was donated by John Kamper during the 19th century. It houses the 12-acre Hattiesburg Zoo which officially opened to the public in 1950. The public park features tennis courts, walking trails, and playground for kids of all ages. It also provides train rides, climbing course and book drops which are offered for free. Park visitors can also sit and relax under shaded areas while enjoying the views. There are ample refreshments inside the park which are all offered for a reasonable amount.