B95 Pine Belt Country

02/11/2024

Daylight Savings Time ends tonight. Set your clocks back one hour tonight before going to bed so that you will be on time tomorrow.

01/11/2024

Congratulations to Peggy Milsted of Laurel 

31/10/2024

Congratulations to Tonya Hancock of Mize 

30/10/2024

Congratulations to Katie James of Seminary 

30/10/2024

There is an ongoing issue with 911 services affecting several Mississippi Counties.
If you have an emergency in Jones County and are unable to reach 911 you can dial 601-425-0223

29/10/2024

Congratulations to Lucille Walley of Taylorsville 

28/10/2024

Congratulations to Lisa Bryant of Mize 

27/10/2024

Grey Manning had a blast at America’s Home Place in The Arbor Shopping Center, Hattiesburg. It was Customer Appreciation Day with kid’s bounce houses, corn hole games, free lunch and fire trucks!! Stop by anytime to see their unique home construction plans.

25/10/2024

Congratulations to Sylvia Sanford of Collins

25/10/2024

Jones County Debris: US 84 WB past Meador Rd - Expect delays 10:20 AM Paint spill on the roadway. Motorists are advised to use caution in the area as crews clean up the spill.

25/10/2024

One vehicle crash on Hawks Road at Erata Road near Sandersville with a Mississippi Power Company power pole hit and power lines are down in the roadway. No injuries reported, but the roadway is blocked. Please use an alternate route if traveling in this area.

25/10/2024

Happy Friday!

24/10/2024

Congratulations to Betty Jernnigan of Taylorsville 

23/10/2024

Congratulations to Paige Wright of Soso 

21/10/2024

Congratulations to Kristi Ellzey of Seminary

21/10/2024

The South Mississippi Fair is open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 11-2pm. No gate admission. Enter at Gate 3 on Ellisville Blvd for lunch parking.

21/10/2024

Perry County Accident Reconstruction: MS 29 at Prospect Rd - All lanes blocked 09:58 AM. Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route as Highway Patrol conducts an accident reconstruction in the area.
Duration- 2 hours

21/10/2024

Security has been beefed up significantly at the South Mississippi Fair following Saturday night’s shooting. Metal detectors have be installed at the fairgrounds’ entrance with fair officials say extra security will be on patrol throughout the grounds for the remaining days of the fair – which runs through Saturday. Meanwhile, Akealeis McKensie and Jailen Shade – both 18 and both of Laurel – have their initial court appearance today. The pair were charged with aggravated assault. One teenage male was shot – identified as Darren Duff, a student at Northeast Jones High School. He reportedly is recovering from his wound.

20/10/2024

How about some 90’s country? The Mustache Band will perform on the Pine Belt Radio stage at the South Mississippi Fair Tuesday, October 22nd from 6-9pm.

The World's Most Powerful 90's Country Party Band Mustache The Band is the 90’s Country Party Band that’ll grow on you. Mustache delivers a powerful performa...

20/10/2024

The Jones County Sheriff’s Department has two suspects in custody after a shooting incident at the South Mississippi Fair on Saturday night, October 19, 2024.

Akealeis McKensie, age 18, and Jailen Shade, age 18, are both charged with Aggravated Assault in the incident which left a male teenager wounded. The shooting victim is currently receiving treatment at an area hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

Jones County Sheriff Joe Berlin notes, “Both suspects were apprehended by officers with PROtec Security within a few minutes of the shooting following a foot chase. Both suspects were then taken into custody by JCSD deputies and are currently incarcerated at the Jones County Adult Detention Facility pending their initial appearance in Jones County Justice Court.”

Sheriff Berlin concludes, “There was a vigorous and large law enforcement and emergency medical response to this incident. There will be many stories that come out of this incident regarding the heroism and kindness of emergency responders and civilians alike who stepped up to help fairgoers who were fleeing the scene of the shooting. We greatly appreciate the assistance of every agency and individual who responded to help last night.”

Scene photo - JCSD Investigator Troy Lewis (kneeling) places a numbered crime scene marker as JCSD Squad Sergeant Brandon Gregory walks to meet with JCSD Investigator Denny Graham (left) and PROtec Security officers.

20/10/2024

The South Mississippi Fair will open today at 2pm. It’s Gospel music day on the Pine Belt Radio Stage on the midway.
2pm- The Rooks Family and Mason Creek Project
3:30- Restoration Tribe
6pm- Jones County Praise Band

Admission to the fairgrounds is $5 per person. Parking is free. A clear bag policy is in effect.

20/10/2024

The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a shooting at the South Mississippi Fair Saturday night that left one fairgoer wounded and two suspects in custody.

A massive law enforcement and medical response was initiated along with PROtec Security officers working the fair responding immediately and apprehending the two suspects.

The South Mississippi Fair was closed for the evening as a result.

19/10/2024

Laurel Jones County Animal Rescue League is at Laurel Ford Lincoln Kia on Hwy 15 North today for an adoption event. They are at Laurel Ford Kia with the dogs and cats until 6pm today. If you adopt an animal today, Laurel Ford Kia will cover half the adoption fee. Stop by and see these adorable animals who need a forever home.

19/10/2024

Check out the area Halloween events. http://wbbnfm.com/Halloween/halloween.html

19/10/2024

Forrest County Special Event: Hardy St between US 49 and 38th Ave - Road closed Sat 11:00 AM. Hardy St. will be temporarily closed for the USM Homecoming Parade. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route during this time.