2013

January 12

 * Revolution Fitness opened on Lincoln Road

February 10

 * An EF-3/EF-4 tornado caused major damage in Hattiesburg and Petal

June 6

 * William Carey University broke ground on a new chapel and anatomy building

June 10

 * Branch Bar and Lounge opened next to Purple Parrot Cafe

July 1

 * Mary Dryden sworn in as Ward 4 City Councilwoman, replacing David Ware

Other
These are events that don't have a specific known date
 * Hot Yoga opened in the Newpointe Shopping Center in early January