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DHA Sets Annual Meeting for March 26 with Keynote by Main Street Expert Randy Wilson
The Downtown Hattiesburg Association (DHA) will host its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, March 26, at 11:30 a.m. at the Historic Hattiesburg Train Depot, 308 Newman Street. This year’s event will celebrate downtown’s momentum and future growth,...
Downtown Hattiesburg Association Names Emily Gallaspy as Executive Director
HATTIESBURG, MISS. (Feb. 10, 2025) – Following an extensive search process, the Downtown Hattiesburg Association (DHA) has announced Emily Gallaspy as its next executive director. Gallaspy, a Hattiesburg resident with a proven record of leadership in...
Downtown Hattiesburg Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Design-Build Park Space
Downtown Hattiesburg Association is soliciting responses to this request for qualifications for grant compliance services regarding Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Program from the Department of Finance and Administration from an allocation received...
Downtown Hattiesburg Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Downtown website design/ support and training
Downtown Hattiesburg is soliciting responses to this request for qualifications for grant compliance services regarding Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program funds from the Department of Finance and Administration from an allocation received by the...
Downtown Hattiesburg Request for Qualifications (RFQ): Downtown RoadMap/ Vision Plan for Downtown Development and Mixed-Use Strategy
Downtown Hattiesburg is soliciting responses to this request for qualifications for grant compliance services regarding Mississippi Main Street Revitalization Grant Program funds from the Department of Finance and Administration from an allocation received by the...
VisitHATTIESBURG’s Dorsey elected as board president for Mississippi Main Street
Just two years ago, Marlo Dorsey, who serves as executive director of Visit Hattiesburg, was elected as treasurer of the Mississippi Main Street Association, where she was able to use her experience leading tourism and destination marketing efforts. Dorsey followed...
Downtown Hattiesburg welcomes 8 new businesses since January
Downtown Hattiesburg has seen a large boom in new businesses, attracting more revenue to the Hub City. The downtown area has welcomed eight new businesses, including restaurants, snow cone shops and retail stores since January 2023. The Downtown Hattiesburg...
Downtown Hattiesburg Association facade improvement grant
The Downtown Hattiesburg Association has a facade grant improvement program.
The program is focused on supporting the growth and revitalization of existing commercial properties in Hattiesburg’s Historic Downtown District.
The Best Breweries In Mississippi
Mississippi is a state rich in music, food, history, and culture. It’s the birthplace of American blues and home to many talented musicians. Its seafood trail is a culinary treat, and its fertile soil powers the booming agricultural industry that grows some of the country’s best food. With so much flavor, it makes sense that the Magnolia State is home to over 22 local craft breweries, each with its own unique blend and flavors.
Lucky Rabbit receives annual WCU Small Business Leadership Award
William Carey University and the Hattiesburg business community recognized a downtown Hub City business for its growth and contributions to the local economy.