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Hattiesburg's Coney Island Cafe turns 100 this year. Here's what longtime patrons say

Hattiesburg's oldest restaurant, Coney Island Cafe, turns 100 this year. We talked with longtime patrons about their love for the downtown diner.

 

2 Clarion Ledger journalists with Tennessean staff among finalists for James Beard award

Two Clarion Ledger journalists participated in a Tennessean project about the plight of Black farmers.

 

'The Hate u Give' author Angie Thomas awards student writing scholarship

Bestselling author Angie Thomas has surprised a senior at a Mississippi high school with a full-ride scholarship for creative writing.

 

When is Hattiesburg's water park going to open? Here's what we found out

Hattiesburg officials say construction is ongoing for the zoo's Serengeti Springs water park, but when it will open is still in question.

 

Outspoken Mississippi resident detained in 2019 ICE raids could face another deportation

A MS man who was detained in the 2019 poultry raids again faces deportation, and an advocate says that may undermine recent Biden administration goals.

 

Former Hinds County Interim Sheriff and candidate indicted for soliciting bribes

A federal grand jury indicted Hinds County sheriff candidate Marshand Crisler with soliciting bribes and providing ammunition to a convicted felon.

 

Coney Island Cafe in Hattiesburg turns 100

Coney Island Cafe celebrates 100 years in 2023. The restaurant was started by Arthur Fokakis. After 100 years, it is still family owned and operated

 

2nd Mississippi jail escapee found; arrested near Houston, Texas

Mississippi authorities say a man who escaped from jail last weekend and allegedly stole a public works vehicle has been arrested near Houston, TX.

 

Eudora's Mississippi Brasserie expects fall opening in former Fine & Dandy location

Eudora's Mississippi Brasserie will open at The District at Eastover later this year.

 

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