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The Best Summer Weekend Getaways in the South

An old blue truck in front of Scotsman Co.

While we love a week-long (or longer) summer vacation, there’s something to be said for a quick getaway to recharge your batteries. It’s a great time to pack your overnighter… Continue reading The Best Summer Weekend Getaways in the South

Published May 28, 2026
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These 11 Mississippi Restaurants Serve Fried Catfish Worth Driving Hours For In 2026

A plate of fried catfish with potatoes and coleslaw.

Mississippi has a serious relationship with fried catfish, and honestly, it shows. The crispy, golden, cornmeal-crusted fish is practically a love language down here, and the state has spent decades… Continue reading These 11 Mississippi Restaurants Serve Fried Catfish Worth Driving Hours For In 2026

Published May 20, 2026
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Top 10 Things to do in Laurel, Mississippi

Laurel MS mural sign.

In southeast Mississippi sits a small town with a big comeback story. Once a booming lumber town, Laurel faded for a season before HGTV’s Home Town introduced the world to… Continue reading Top 10 Things to do in Laurel, Mississippi

Published May 9, 2026
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Laurel Main Street Festival continues to draw a crowd

Participants in the Laurel Main Street festival.

Few traditions in Laurel have endured like the annual Main Street Festival. Since 1981, the event — organized by the Laurel Board of Trade to spotlight local businesses — has… Continue reading Laurel Main Street Festival continues to draw a crowd

Published May 6, 2026
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7 Stunning Small Towns In Mississippi

Top-down shot of Laurel, MS.

Mississippi pulled off something most states can’t. It kept its small towns interesting. Clarksdale runs on the blues with music clubs on practically every corner of downtown and the Delta… Continue reading 7 Stunning Small Towns In Mississippi

Published May 6, 2026
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A decade in, “Home Town” shows what Mississippi can make possible

Erin & Ben Napier from HGTV Home Town.

Ten years ago, Home Town arrived on HGTV with a deceptively simple premise: follow Ben and Erin Napier (pictured) as they restore old houses in Laurel, Mississippi, and in the… Continue reading A decade in, “Home Town” shows what Mississippi can make possible

Published April 15, 2026
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Downtown Laurel is Growing: Your Guide to Navigating Our Hometown

Downtown Laurel has always been a place where history, charm and community come together—and now, it’s getting some exciting updates to ensure it remains a beloved destination for years to… Continue reading Downtown Laurel is Growing: Your Guide to Navigating Our Hometown

Published April 6, 2026
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5 Charming Old-School Southern Towns That Will Take You Straight Back To The 1950s

Historic home in Laurel, MS.

Many of us look back on midcentury America with a warm nostalgia, despite never personally experiencing it. Whether it’s the stylish outfits, oversized cars, or jazzy ballads from stars like… Continue reading 5 Charming Old-School Southern Towns That Will Take You Straight Back To The 1950s

Published March 19, 2026
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7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Mississippi

Mississippi’s cities and towns offer so much history, culture, and art within their walkable downtown districts. Tupelo celebrates the life and legacy of Elvis Presley throughout its main streets, while… Continue reading 7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Mississippi

Published March 13, 2026
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Your March 2026 Guide To The South’s Best Festivals And Events

The worst of winter may be behind us in the South, as we look forward to signs of spring with a jam-packed March. From foodies paradises to flowery displays, there are… Continue reading Your March 2026 Guide To The South’s Best Festivals And Events

Published March 12, 2026
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📍: 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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