Laurel Leader-Call

Laurel Leader-Call Laurel Leader-Call. A locally owned, community newspaper, serving Jones County since 1911. The Leader-Call is located at 318 N.

The Laurel Leader-Call is the locally-owned newspaper of Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi. The Leader-Call is published Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and can be read online at leader-call.com. Magnolia Street, right across from Café La Fleur in downtown Laurel. Established in 1911, The Laurel Leader-Call has been serving as the hometown newspaper for more than 106 years. Although the newspape

r has had many owners over the course of its history, the Leader-Call was restored to its locally-owned hometown roots in 2012 when Gin Creek Publishing, which had been publishing The ReView of Jones County, purchased the Leader-Call name and subscription list and began publishing as the Leader-Call. In 2013, the Leader-Call made national and international headlines with their "Historic Wedding" story, and they repeated this feat a year later with the story "Kentucky Fried Hoax," an investigative feature that exposed a national story as a fraud. For advertising, email [email protected] | [email protected]
For classified and employment ads, email [email protected]
For legals, email [email protected]
For obits, email [email protected]
For general questions and information, email [email protected]

The George S. Gardiner Class of 1960 celebrated its 65th reunion at the Laurel Country Club on Halloween.
11/13/2025

The George S. Gardiner Class of 1960 celebrated its 65th reunion at the Laurel Country Club on Halloween.

Golfers and supporters gathered at the Laurel Country Club for the South Central Health Care Foundation’s Holston Memori...
11/13/2025

Golfers and supporters gathered at the Laurel Country Club for the South Central Health Care Foundation’s Holston Memorial Golf Tournament.

Three Laurel residents were arrested and charged for shoplifting from Dollar Generals in Sharon and Moss.
11/13/2025

Three Laurel residents were arrested and charged for shoplifting from Dollar Generals in Sharon and Moss.

A debate between council members broke out last Tuesday evening on whether to postpone or adopt a resolution on the fire...
11/13/2025

A debate between council members broke out last Tuesday evening on whether to postpone or adopt a resolution on the fire extinguisher, fire alarm and wet sprinkler inspection, maintenance and materials bid.

A debate between council members broke out last Tuesday evening on whether to postpone or adopt a resolution on the fire extinguisher, fire alarm and wet sprinkler inspection, maintenance and

It was a standing-room-only event on Tuesday at the Veterans Memorial Museum as the museum hosted its annual Veterans Da...
11/12/2025

It was a standing-room-only event on Tuesday at the Veterans Memorial Museum as the museum hosted its annual Veterans Day event, remembering those who have served in the United States military.

It was a standing-room-only event on Tuesday at the Veterans Memorial Museum as the museum hosted its annual Veterans Day event, remembering those who have served in the United States

11/12/2025

Now more than ever, our local food pantries need a helping hand.
Join us for our annual Stuff-A-Bucket Truck events as we work together to fill our bucket trucks with non-perishable food items for families in need.

❤️Friday, Nov. 14 – Grocery Depot, Downtown Laurel — benefits The Good Samaritan Center
❤️Tuesday, Nov. 18 – Ramey’s, Waynesboro — benefits Samaritan’s Closet and Pantry
❤️Friday, Nov. 21 – Corner Market, Petal — benefits Macedonia Baptist Church Food Pantry

Your donations stay local and help stock the shelves of the food pantries that feed our friends and neighbors. ❤️

Let’s show what community looks like when we come together to care for one another.

A 14-year-old, who was arrested in the theft of a school bus from South Jones Elementary and taking it for a joy ride to...
11/12/2025

A 14-year-old, who was arrested in the theft of a school bus from South Jones Elementary and taking it for a joy ride to Petal in May, was arrested again for going on a joy ride in a vehicle stolen from a used car lot in Ellisville.

A 14-year-old, who was arrested in the theft of a school bus from South Jones Elementary and taking it for a joy ride to Petal in May, was arrested again

11/11/2025

🎰💵 Looking for a fun night out close to home? Swing by Bok Homa Casino — where the action never stops!
Here’s what they've got:
🃏 Slot machines & card tables
🏈 Sportsbook to catch all the games and place your bets
☕️ A cozy café for snacks, meals and coffee breaks
🚫 Alcohol-free environment for a clean, relaxed vibe
Whether you're there for the thrill of the game or just want a great place to hang out, Bok Homa has something for everyone.

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸Today, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served an...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. Your courage, sacrifice and dedication protect the freedoms we cherish every day.

To all veterans in our community — we salute you and appreciate your service. ❤️🤍💙

Thank a veteran on Tuesday, Veterans Day, at the Veterans Memorial Museum on Hillcrest Drive in Laurel.
11/10/2025

Thank a veteran on Tuesday, Veterans Day, at the Veterans Memorial Museum on Hillcrest Drive in Laurel.

🇺🇸Tuesday, November 11th at 10am come join us for the annual Veterans Memorial Museum’s Veterans Day event.🇺🇸

A 36-year-old man was seriously injured when the Jeep he was driving crashed in the 2900 block of Augusta Road Sunday af...
11/10/2025

A 36-year-old man was seriously injured when the Jeep he was driving crashed in the 2900 block of Augusta Road Sunday afternoon.

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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The Laurel Leader-Call is the locally-owned newspaper of Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi. The Leader-Call is published Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and can be read online at leader-call.com. The Leader-Call is located at 318 N. Magnolia Street, right across from Café La Fleur in downtown Laurel. Established in 1911, The Laurel Leader-Call has been serving as the hometown newspaper for more than 106 years. Although the newspaper has had many owners over the course of its history, the Leader-Call was restored to its locally-owned hometown roots in 2012 when Gin Creek Publishing, which had been publishing The ReView of Jones County, purchased the Leader-Call name and subscription list and began publishing as the Leader-Call. In 2013, the Leader-Call made national and international headlines with their "Historic Wedding" story, and they repeated this feat a year later with the story "Kentucky Fried Hoax," an investigative feature that exposed a national story as a fraud. For advertising, email [email protected] or [email protected] For classified and employment ads, email [email protected] For legals, email [email protected] For obits, email [email protected] For general questions and information, email [email protected]