Blog Archive

May 27, 2022
Mayor Issues Proclamation Honoring Miss Jones County and Her Platform of Inclusion

Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee met with Miss Jones County Karsyn Ulmer on Friday morning to present her with a proclamation recognizing her for her efforts towards creating a more inclusive […]

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May 27, 2022
Laurel-Jones County Welcome Center In Progress

(submitted by Shelley Jones) Welcome Center Press Release

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May 27, 2022
Ward 1 Councilman Jason Capers awards four Peacemaker Scholarships to local seniors

On Tuesday May 17th, Ward 1 Councilman Jason Capers awarded scholarships to four local seniors who have been making a difference in their community. Laurel seniors Cassidy Mccullum, Genesis Jackson, […]

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May 27, 2022
Congrats to Kevin Kenny!

Congratulations to Kevin Kenny who won the Closest to the Pin prize at the Holston Memorial Golf Tournament sponsored by South Central Regional Medical Center's Healthcare Foundation. Kenny received a […]

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May 27, 2022
Chamber hosts two ribbon cuttings this week

Jones County Chamber of Commerce celebrated two ribbon cuttings in Laurel this week. Chuck May Shelter Insurance hosted their ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 24th at 2 p.m. The event […]

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May 24, 2022
Memorial Day Schedule

WastePro garbage services WILL run their normal routes on Monday, May 30th. City offices will be closed in honor of Memorial Day.

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May 24, 2022
City to Host Civil Service Exams for Fire, Police Officers
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May 19, 2022
Absentee Voting is Available Now for Tourism Tax Election

Absentee ballots are now available in the Laurel City Clerk’s Office for the upcoming tourism tax election on June 14th. A citizen who wishes to vote absentee may do so […]

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May 19, 2022
Polling Places for June 14 Tourism Tax Election
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May 16, 2022
Hess makes waves in international organization, becoming first Mississippian to receive top honors

Laurel’s City Clerk and Finance Director MaryAnn Hess has racked up a variety of awards and honors as a prominent member of the International Institute for Municipal Clerks and, in […]

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The City of Laurel, established as a lumber town in 1882, is conveniently situated approximately two hours from larger destination cities such as Jackson, Biloxi, New Orleans, and Mobile. In recent years, the city has become a destination all its own thanks, in part, to its starring role in HGTV’s popular “Hometown” series. As Laurel, and interest in it, continues to grow, we are committed to providing the resources necessary to help all of our residents and businesses reach their full potential.
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