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Latest Press Releases
Marriott Brand Hotel Coming to Laurel
Laurel, Mississippi -The Economic Development Authority of Jones County, in partnership with the City of Laurel, is proud to announce plans for a new Marriott hotel development by Delta Lodging… Continue reading Marriott Brand Hotel Coming to Laurel
Laurel and Jones County Recognized in Mississippi Magazine’s Best of Mississippi Awards
Laurel, Miss. (Sept. 17, 2025) – Laurel and Jones County have received statewide recognition in the 2025 Best of Mississippi Awards. Each year, Mississippi Magazine invites its readers to vote for… Continue reading Laurel and Jones County Recognized in Mississippi Magazine’s Best of Mississippi Awards
“Picturing America’s Pastime” at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art
The Lauren Rogers Museum of Art (LRMA), in collaboration with the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, is proud to present “Picturing America’s Pastime: Snapshots from the National Baseball Hall of Fame… Continue reading “Picturing America’s Pastime” at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art
Laurel Launches Inaugural Family Farmers Market
Laurel & Jones County, MS – The City of Laurel proudly announces the debut of its first-ever Family Farmers Market, which opened to the public on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Forrest County Extension Center (formerly… Continue reading Laurel Launches Inaugural Family Farmers Market
Night of Novi Offers Immersive Art and Storytelling Experience in Laurel
LAUREL, Miss. (May 22, 2025) — A new kind of creative gathering is making waves in Laurel, Mississippi (home of HGTV’s Home Town). Novi Creationsinvites guests to experience the Night… Continue reading Night of Novi Offers Immersive Art and Storytelling Experience in Laurel
Hop into Easter Fun in Laurel! 🌸🐰
Celebrate Spring with the Whole Family at Landrum’s Homestead Laurel, Mississippi, is blooming with Southern charm and springtime cheer — and Easter weekend is the perfect time to experience it… Continue reading Hop into Easter Fun in Laurel! 🌸🐰
Landrum’s Homestead to Celebrate Easter Weekend with Spring Flingin Laurel, Mississippi
Family Fun, Live Music, and Southern Charm Await in Jones County This April AUREL & JONES COUNTY, Miss. – Families seeking a festive and fun way to celebrate Easter weekend… Continue reading Landrum’s Homestead to Celebrate Easter Weekend with Spring Flingin Laurel, Mississippi
The Perfect Weekend Getaway In Laurel Mississippi & Jones County
LAUREL & JONES COUNTY, Miss. – A new year calls for new experiences, and there is no time like the present to plan a spring getaway to Laurel and Jones… Continue reading The Perfect Weekend Getaway In Laurel Mississippi & Jones County
Visit Laurel & Jones County: Welcome Visitors with a New Season of Home Town
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
Celebrate the Holiday Season in Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi
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
Visit Laurel & Jones County Welcome Visitors with a New Season of Home Town
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
Latest Clippings
Diamond Youth World Series in full swing at Laurel Sportsplex
The final five 2026 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series games all began on Thursday morning at the Susan B. Vincent Sportsplex in Laurel. A total of 58 teams from 11… Continue reading Diamond Youth World Series in full swing at Laurel Sportsplex
This 11.9-Mile Scenic Mississippi Route Follows A Historic Railroad Grade Through Pitcher Plant Savannas And Woodlands
Trains stopped running here decades ago, yet their old path still guides visitors through some of Mississippi’s strangest scenery today. Nearly twelve miles of trail follow that historic railroad grade,… Continue reading This 11.9-Mile Scenic Mississippi Route Follows A Historic Railroad Grade Through Pitcher Plant Savannas And Woodlands
Erin and Ben Napier’s Cozy Countertop Lamp Will Revolutionize How You Think about Kitchen Lighting – It’s Warm and Ambient
There is a shift happening on the kitchen counter. For years, many have favored the clinical recessed ceiling light, but it increasingly appears that its days are numbered. Take Erin… Continue reading Erin and Ben Napier’s Cozy Countertop Lamp Will Revolutionize How You Think about Kitchen Lighting – It’s Warm and Ambient
9 Coolest Mississippi Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
On the Mississippi Gulf Coast, you’ll find communities like Ocean Springs along white-sand beachfronts with lively downtowns to explore. Inland, cities like Clarksdale offer a slower pace and community festivals to… Continue reading 9 Coolest Mississippi Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
The Mississippi Bucket List for Travelers Who Want More Than the Usual Stops
We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive a small… Continue reading The Mississippi Bucket List for Travelers Who Want More Than the Usual Stops
10 Mississippi Museums Where Admission Is Free Every Day They Are Open
Free every day is a different category than free on the third Tuesday of the month or free if you happen to have a library card from the right county.… Continue reading 10 Mississippi Museums Where Admission Is Free Every Day They Are Open
Thousands in Laurel for youth softball & baseball World Series
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) – The Diamond Youth Softball World Series started Thursday at Laurel Sportsplex. While every team is looking to bring home the gold, the city of Laurel is… Continue reading Thousands in Laurel for youth softball & baseball World Series
The Mississippi Bucket List for Travelers Who Want More Than the Usual Stops
We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive a small… Continue reading The Mississippi Bucket List for Travelers Who Want More Than the Usual Stops
Hattiesburg has several places to watch fireworks for Fourth of July this year
The United States of America is celebrating its 250th birthday this Fourth of July and there are plenty of places in the Hattiesburg area to gather and enjoy the company of friends and family… Continue reading Hattiesburg has several places to watch fireworks for Fourth of July this year
8 Mississippi Towns With A Slower Pace Of Life
Some Mississippi towns are made for sitting still. The eight in this list aren’t sleepy. They have battlefields and Grammy exhibits and downtown art museums and Main Streets where the same family… Continue reading 8 Mississippi Towns With A Slower Pace Of Life
This Small-Town Mississippi Mercantile Is A Treasure Trove Of Finds Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Small towns know how to make a shop feel personal before you even reach the counter. Mississippi has a place like that, where old brick, local craftsmanship, and warm conversation… Continue reading This Small-Town Mississippi Mercantile Is A Treasure Trove Of Finds Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
