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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
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
10 Mississippi Mom-And-Pop Diners Locals Swear You’ll Want To Drive Across The State For
The kind of diner that earns a cross-state drive does not have a social media presence or a PR strategy or a design consultant who suggested the vintage aesthetic. Mississippi… Continue reading 10 Mississippi Mom-And-Pop Diners Locals Swear You’ll Want To Drive Across The State For
10 Best Places To Live In Mississippi In 2026
Mississippi is one of the most affordable states in the country to buy a home, and the right town turns that into real quality of life. Some are safe A-rated school… Continue reading 10 Best Places To Live In Mississippi In 2026
6 Glamping Spots In Mississippi Where You’ll Never Want To Sleep In A Hotel Again
A tent sounds fun until the zipper sticks, the ground feels personal, and your pillow loses a fight with nature. That is where Mississippi changes the whole outdoor game. This… Continue reading 6 Glamping Spots In Mississippi Where You’ll Never Want To Sleep In A Hotel Again
Mississippi’s Film Industry Continues to Gain Influence
Former and current projects bring positive attention to the state Mississippi continues to attract major television and movie productions that enhance the visibility of the state while providing considerable economic… Continue reading Mississippi’s Film Industry Continues to Gain Influence
The Ultimate Mississippi Dining Guide 2026
Best Meat and Three: Pearl’s Diner, Laurel After 40 years away, longtime cook “Ms. Pearl” returned to her roots and opened this delightful blue-plate destination. Together with her family, inspired… Continue reading The Ultimate Mississippi Dining Guide 2026
This Small Mississippi Town Offers Big Retirement Appeal Without Big Costs In 2026
Here’s the retirement plot twist nobody talks about enough: the best chapter does not always need a giant skyline, packed traffic, or a cost of living that makes every grocery… Continue reading This Small Mississippi Town Offers Big Retirement Appeal Without Big Costs In 2026
Inside the Laurel, Mississippi Cooking School Featured on HGTV’s ‘Home Town: Inn This Together’
The cooking school in Laurel, Mississippi featured on HGTV‘s “Home Town: Inn This Together” includes three uniquely designed kitchen spaces inside the renovated Heirloom Hotel. Ben and Erin Napier helped… Continue reading Inside the Laurel, Mississippi Cooking School Featured on HGTV’s ‘Home Town: Inn This Together’
The Best Summer Weekend Getaways in the South
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
These 11 Mississippi Restaurants Serve Fried Catfish Worth Driving Hours For In 2026
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
