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Follow this itinerary for an art-filled weekend on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

January 30, 2025

Mississippi is the home of the blues and fried catfish, the art of music and the art of cooking. But did you know that Mississippi offers visual art experiences as… Continue reading Follow this itinerary for an art-filled weekend on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

Experience the Spring Magic of Laurel & Jones County, Mississippi

January 29, 2025

The Perfect Weekend Getaway for Southern Charm, Local Shopping, and Cultural Art LAUREL & JONES COUNTY, Miss. – A new year calls for new experiences, and there is no time… Continue reading Experience the Spring Magic of Laurel & Jones County, Mississippi

Where is HGTV’s ‘Home Town’ Filmed?

January 12, 2025

Hint: It’s filmed in what is quite possibly the cutest little town in Mississippi. If you’ve ever watched HGTV’s Home Town and wondered about the charming little town it’s filmed in, I’m happy… Continue reading Where is HGTV’s ‘Home Town’ Filmed?

The Best Train Trips To Take Across The South

December 31, 2024

With Amtrak routes that crisscross across the South, vacationing by train has never been easier. Imagine that you’re on a train bound for one of your favorite Southern cities—or perhaps a tiny… Continue reading The Best Train Trips To Take Across The South

TRAVEL | Laurel & Jones County Welcome Visitors with a New Season of “Home Town” HGTV

December 23, 2024

LAUREL, MISS.– Fans of HGTV’s hit series Home Town have even more reason to visit Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi this winter. The highly anticipated ninth season premieres Sunday, December… Continue reading TRAVEL | Laurel & Jones County Welcome Visitors with a New Season of “Home Town” HGTV

3 Reasons to Ask Santa for a Trip to Laurel and Jones County

December 18, 2024
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Ho, ho ho! The Christmas spirit is burning brightly through our holly-jolly little town. Our stockings are hung by the chimney with care, in hopes all our favorite guests soon… Continue reading 3 Reasons to Ask Santa for a Trip to Laurel and Jones County

Visit Laurel & Jones County: Welcome Visitors with a New Season of Home Town

December 17, 2024

Explore Historic Charm, Locally-Owned Shops, and Iconic Sites Featured on the Hit HGTV Show LAUREL, Miss. – Fans of HGTV’s hit series Home Town have even more reason to visit… Continue reading Visit Laurel & Jones County: Welcome Visitors with a New Season of Home Town

A Very Merry Laurel and Jones County Christmas

November 25, 2024
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Old St. Nick is on his way to Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi and we can’t wait to greet him! To prepare for his arrival, we’re diving headfirst into the… Continue reading A Very Merry Laurel and Jones County Christmas

Celebrate the Holiday Season in Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi

November 25, 2024

JONES COUNTY, Miss. – The holiday season is here, and Visit Laurel & Jones County invites visitors to experience the festivities happening throughout their communities. From a variety of places… Continue reading Celebrate the Holiday Season in Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi

Unique Antiques in Laurel and Jones County

October 31, 2024
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Thrifting, treasure hunting, upcycling, whatever you’d like to call it, we’re always down for a little retail therapy here in Laurel and Jones County-especially when we’re searching for spectacular secondhand… Continue reading Unique Antiques in Laurel and Jones County

Fall Happenings in Laurel & Jones County

October 1, 2024
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 By Landon Bryant, local influencer @landontalks There’s something magical about October in Laurel and Jones County. The air shifts, there’s a buzz on the streets, and the whole town feels… Continue reading Fall Happenings in Laurel & Jones County

4 Unique Dining Experiences in Laurel and Jones County, MS

September 30, 2024
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Here in Laurel and Jones County, we’re serious about mouthwatering meals and want to ensure each dish on the dinner table is grilled, blackened, fried or broiled to perfection. Regardless… Continue reading 4 Unique Dining Experiences in Laurel and Jones County, MS