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This Mississippi Town’s Walkable Downtown Turns A Quick Photo Stop Into An Afternoon Of Home Town Shops, Murals, And Ice Cream

I only meant to stop for a quick photo and a stretch of the legs somewhere in Mississippi. Two hours later, I was still wandering, a little hungry, a lot… Continue reading This Mississippi Town’s Walkable Downtown Turns A Quick Photo Stop Into An Afternoon Of Home Town Shops, Murals, And Ice Cream

Published October 11, 2026
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This Wooded Glamping Resort Has Been Bringing Fall Magic To Mississippi For Years

I went looking for a quiet weekend in the south Mississippi woods and expected little more than a tent and some trees. What I found was canvas, lantern light, a… Continue reading This Wooded Glamping Resort Has Been Bringing Fall Magic To Mississippi For Years

Published October 9, 2026
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7 Trivia Facts About HGTV’s HOME TOWN You May Not Know

HGTV’s HOME TOWN hosts, woodworker Ben Napier and designer Erin Napier, have a few surprises tucked behind those old-house makeovers in Laurel, Mississippi. “I think home is the best place… Continue reading 7 Trivia Facts About HGTV’s HOME TOWN You May Not Know

Published October 9, 2026
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7 Secret Italian Restaurants In Mississippi Only Locals Know About This Fall

Cooler air has a funny way of making people crave a big plate of pasta. Across Mississippi, some of the best Italian cooking hides inside old houses, quiet shopping strips,… Continue reading 7 Secret Italian Restaurants In Mississippi Only Locals Know About This Fall

Published October 7, 2026
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Comedy murder mystery “Clue” opens Nov. 6 at Laurel Little Theatre

Was it Mr. Green in the dining room with a candlestick? The classic whodunit is coming to a Laurel stage as the comedy murder mystery “Clue”, directed by Sallie Mitchell,… Continue reading Comedy murder mystery “Clue” opens Nov. 6 at Laurel Little Theatre

Published October 6, 2026
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Ben And Erin Napier’s Old-School Burger Tradition Comes With This Classic Soda

There are few things nicer than regularly sharing a simple pleasure with someone you care about, and for a lot of people, that means getting a go-to order at their… Continue reading Ben And Erin Napier’s Old-School Burger Tradition Comes With This Classic Soda

Published October 4, 2026
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Loblolly Festival Oct. 3 in downtown Laurel

Laurel Main Street will host the annual Cannon Motors Loblolly Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival spans downtown Laurel and is free and… Continue reading Loblolly Festival Oct. 3 in downtown Laurel

Published September 25, 2026
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9 Mississippi Day Trips Under Two Hours From Ocean Springs Where You Can Park Once And Explore On Foot

The nicest day trips are the ones where the car gets forgotten for a while. Leave Ocean Springs, drive less than two hours, park once, and suddenly the rest of… Continue reading 9 Mississippi Day Trips Under Two Hours From Ocean Springs Where You Can Park Once And Explore On Foot

Published September 21, 2026
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These 9 Charming Mississippi Small Towns Are Perfect For A Slow Weekend Away

Mississippi is full of small towns that reward the kind of traveler who likes to slow down and wander. These are the places where you can spend a morning walking… Continue reading These 9 Charming Mississippi Small Towns Are Perfect For A Slow Weekend Away

Published September 16, 2026
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In-studio: Laurel Food Truck Festival set to return Saturday

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Published September 10, 2026
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Small town charm & Southern hospitality. Come experience our #hometown!
📍: Laurel, MS & Jones County

What are we most thankful for this season? All the What are we most thankful for this season? All the wonderful visitors who come to see us each year.🍁🧡 Book your next stay today and spend the holidays wrapped up in love throughout Laurel and all of Jones County!
Today, we pause with deep gratitude to honor and r Today, we pause with deep gratitude to honor and remember all the brave men and women who have served in our nation's armed forces. 🇺🇸

To our veterans right here in Laurel, Jones County, and beyond: thank you for your service, your courage, and your dedication to our country. We are profoundly grateful for you and your families today and every day.

Join us in celebrating our heroes! Drop a comment below to share a word of thanks, or tag a veteran in your life to honor their service.❤️
Step back in time to experience a cherished Southe Step back in time to experience a cherished Southern tradition! 🥞🍁

Join @landrumslaurel this Saturday, November 14th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM for their annual Sugar Cane Syrup Making. See cane ground the old-fashioned way using a mule-powered mill and boiled in an antique syrup pan.

Best of all? Guests can enjoy complimentary hot biscuits served with fresh cane syrup samples! Traditional favorites like homemade ice cream, corn dogs and lemonade will also be available. Admission is $12 per person (children 3 and under are free).
Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the can Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the candlestick? 🔍

Get ready for an evening of suspense, laughs and classic whodunit fun as Laurel Little Theatre presents Clue, directed by Sallie Mitchell! Gather your friends and family to see if you can solve the mystery before the final curtain call.

🎭 November 6–7 & 13–14 at 7:30 PM
🎭 November 8 & 15 at 2:30 PM
📍 Laurel Little Theatre (408 N 5th Ave, Laurel, MS)

Online reservations are open now, so be sure to secure your seats early at the link in bio!
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