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06/26/2024

There are many words to describe Hannah Grace Buckley and her journey as a young athlete, but if you ask the Stringer community, and Jasper County community, many will say the same word: resilient.

There are many words to describe Hannah Grace Buckley and her journey as a young athlete, but if you ask the Stringer community, and Jasper County community, many will say

06/26/2024

Jones County native Rodney L. Ashford definitely has a story to tell. Comprised of various ups and downs throughout the years, overall, his is a story of redemption, the power of motivation and positivity, and the reality that mindset matters.

Jones County native Rodney L. Ashford definitely has a story to tell. Comprised of various ups and downs throughout the years, overall, his is a story of redemption, the power

06/22/2024

In celebration of National Homeownership Month, on Thursday, June 20th Mayor Johnny Magee declared June Homeownership Month in the City of Laurel.

06/21/2024

In the spirit of giving back to their community, four years ago Cox Roofing started their tradition of giving away a free roof every year.

In the spirit of giving back to their community, four years ago Cox Roofing started their tradition of giving away a free roof every year. Together with other sponsors like

06/21/2024

JACKSON, Miss. – On June 20th, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced the members of the 2024-2025 Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council.

JACKSON, Miss. – On June 20th, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced the members of the 2024-2025 Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council. High school senior, Gracyn Foster of Jones

06/21/2024

ELLISVILLE, MISS – Ellisville State School (ESS) hosted its Direct Support Employee of the Month for April and May 2024 on June 18, 2024.

ELLISVILLE, MISS – Ellisville State School (ESS) hosted its Direct Support Employee of the Month for April and May 2024 on June 18, 2024. The winners of April’s Employee of

06/21/2024

William Carey University is pleased to announce that Dr. Noal Cochran joined its senior leadership team June 17 as provost and vice president of academic affairs.

06/21/2024

Hattiesburg, MS – The Hattiesburg Zoo is proud to announce that its zoo keepers have formed a local chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK).

Hattiesburg, MS – The Hattiesburg Zoo is proud to announce that its zoo keepers have formed a local chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK). The Hattiesburg Zoo

06/21/2024

The second annual reunion of former military service members who served at Laurel's Army National Guard, 184th Transportation Brigade, was Saturday, June 8, at Laurel's Veterans Memorial Museum.

06/20/2024

The Laurel Housing Authority is continuing to look for ways to recognize those living in affordable housing in the City of Laurel.

06/14/2024

In recognition of the 249th birthday of the United States Army on Friday, June 14th, Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee presented U.S. Army Representative Sergeant First Class Jesse Greenhill with the following proclamation:

In recognition of the 249th birthday of the United States Army on Friday, June 14th, Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee presented U.S. Army Representative Sergeant First Class Jesse Greenhill with the

06/14/2024

Hattiesburg, MS - Leggs, the Hattiesburg Zoo’s Chilean Rose Haired, female Tarantula is retiring from active ambassador service.

Hattiesburg, MS - Leggs, the Hattiesburg Zoo’s Chilean Rose Haired, female Tarantula is retiring from active ambassador service. While male Tarantula live to be around 5 years of age, females

06/12/2024

Hattiesburg, MS – Serengeti Springs at the Hattiesburg Zoo will hold its first 21+ adult event, Habari Nights on Friday, June 28th from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

06/11/2024

Make plans to come out to our July Bingo Night on Friday, July 12 to help us collect donations for our friends at Laurel Jones County Animal Rescue League!

06/10/2024

(LAUREL, Mississippi) – Today the Laurel Arts League announced winners for its scholarship programs for high school and college students.

(LAUREL, Mississippi) – Today the Laurel Arts League announced winners for its scholarship programs for high school and college students. Jones County high school students Haleigh Hudson, Abigail Smith, Kennedy

06/10/2024

ELLISVILLE – A partnership with Jones County High Schools and Jones College’s Workforce Welding program allowed three Jones County High School students to earn a Workforce Welding Certificate as part of a pilot program.

ELLISVILLE – A partnership with Jones County High Schools and Jones College’s Workforce Welding program allowed three Jones County High School students to earn a Workforce Welding Certificate as part

06/10/2024

ELLISVILLE - Fourteen Jones College faculty and staff members were recently honored for their workplace accomplishments over the previous academic year.

ELLISVILLE - Fourteen Jones College faculty and staff members were recently honored for their workplace accomplishments over the previous academic year. The Employee Appreciation Awards began in 2004 with funds

06/07/2024

HATTIESBURG — Hattiesburg and Petal are partnering in 2024 to present a family-friendly Fourth of July experience once again.

HATTIESBURG — Hattiesburg and Petal are partnering in 2024 to present a family-friendly Fourth of July experience once again. The Sixth annual Star-Spangled Celebration on the River will take place

06/07/2024

Hattiesburg, MS – June 7th is National VCR Day! And the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum is celebrating by unveiling its newest Alley installation – a little Free Blockbuster franchise location.

Hattiesburg, MS – June 7th is National VCR Day! And the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum is celebrating by unveiling its newest Alley installation – a little Free Blockbuster franchise location. Hattiesburg’s

06/07/2024

Hattiesburg, MS - The Sixth Street Museum District will hold its annual Needham Jones Bootcamp July 8 – 10, 15 and 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the African American Military History Museum, 305 East Sixth Street.

Hattiesburg, MS - The Sixth Street Museum District will hold its annual Needham Jones Bootcamp July 8 – 10, 15 and 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the

06/05/2024

ELLISVILLE – Two Jones College students earned individual honors through the International Honor Society for two-year colleges, Phi Theta Kappa.

ELLISVILLE – Two Jones College students earned individual honors through the International Honor Society for two-year colleges, Phi Theta Kappa. Sophomore psychology major, Aliyah Watts of Sandy Hook was selected

06/05/2024

ELLISVILLE – Fifty-six Jones College faculty and staff members were recently honored for their years of service to the college during a special Employee Appreciation program.

ELLISVILLE – Fifty-six Jones College faculty and staff members were recently honored for their years of service to the college during a special Employee Appreciation program. Administrators and the JC

06/04/2024

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum will host its award-winning Mississippi Pickle Fest event 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Admission is $12 for ages 3 and up.

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum will host its award-winning Mississippi Pickle Fest event 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Admission is $12

06/03/2024

ELLISVILLE - Jones College’s Rho Sigma Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society captured for the first time in recent history, some top honors at the regional and international conventions.

ELLISVILLE - Jones College’s Rho Sigma Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society captured for the first time in recent history, some top honors at the regional and international

06/03/2024

Hattiesburg, MS - For the second consecutive year, William Carey University students showcase some of their artwork in the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum’s Milo’s Sky-High Art Gallery.

Hattiesburg, MS - For the second consecutive year, William Carey University students showcase some of their artwork in the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum’s Milo’s Sky-High Art Gallery. Dr. Edward Ford, Professor

06/03/2024

In Northwood Park in early May, Northwood Garden Club hosted the gardening symposium Bee the Change: Using Pollinator and Native Plants To Provide Habitats for the Many Essential Insects in Our Environment.

In Northwood Park in early May, Northwood Garden Club hosted the gardening symposium Bee the Change: Using Pollinator and Native Plants To Provide Habitats for the Many Essential Insects in

06/03/2024

Northwood Garden Club of Laurel has been awarded 2023-24 grant funding provided through the National Garden Clubs of America, Inc.

Northwood Garden Club of Laurel has been awarded 2023-24 grant funding provided through the National Garden Clubs of America, Inc. (NGC), The Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc. (GCM), and The

05/30/2024

ELLISVILLE – Thirty-six graduates of Jones College’s Associate Degree Nursing program are entering the nursing profession at a time when demand for skilled medical professionals continues.

ELLISVILLE – Thirty-six graduates of Jones College’s Associate Degree Nursing program are entering the nursing profession at a time when demand for skilled medical professionals continues. The graduating class of

05/30/2024

ELLISVILLE – Jones College 2024 graduate, Jaylynn Conner continues to accumulate scholarships after being selected to receive one of only three, College Public Relations Association of Mississippi scholarships awarded recently.

05/29/2024

Northwood Park is currently receiving a much-appreciated update with grant funding received from the National Garden Clubs, Inc., the Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc., and the Laurel/Jones County Council of Garden Clubs.

Northwood Park is currently receiving a much-appreciated update with grant funding received from the National Garden Clubs, Inc., the Garden Clubs of Mississippi, Inc., and the Laurel/Jones County Council of