Blog Archive

July 11, 2025
Laurel Jones County Library Opens New Story Walk at Mason Park

On Tuesday, July 8th at 10 a.m. members of the community gathered at Mason Park to celebrate the ribbon cutting for the Laurel-Jones County Story Walk at Mason Park. The […]

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July 10, 2025
City of Laurel to Expand Curfew for Minors, Exceptions Apply

In order to enhance public safety, especially that of the city’s young people, Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee issued an executive order on Wednesday, July 9th to expand the city’s curfew […]

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July 9, 2025
Laurel Resident is One Happy Customer

Laurel resident Frank Dunn recently paid a visit to City Hall to praise the work that the water department did in fixing an issue he was having. “They could not […]

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July 8, 2025
Mayor and Council Sworn in for New Terms

(Photo by Caroline Burks) On Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10 a.m. members of the community gathered to celebrate the inauguration of Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee and the members of […]

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July 8, 2025
Longtime City Payroll Tech Retires after Two Decades of Service

On Monday, June 30th, city employees and members of the community gathered to celebrate the retirement of long-time city payroll technician, Sheila Windham. Windham retired after nearly 21 years of […]

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July 3, 2025
Laurel Leaders Named to 2025-2026 Mississippi Main Street Board of Directors

Two Laurel leaders have been elected to key positions on the 2025-2026 Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA) Board of Directors, strengthening the city’s role in shaping the future of downtown […]

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July 2, 2025
City of Laurel Announces New Location for Beloved Fourth of July Fireworks Display

The City of Laurel, in partnership with Laurel Main Street, is proud to announce that the community’s cherished Fourth of July fireworks celebration will continue this year at a new […]

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June 26, 2025
City of Laurel Inauguration to be held July 1st

Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee and the members of the City Council. Event is free and open to the public. Reception to follow. […]

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June 19, 2025
New businesses bring more health, beauty, and style options to the City Beautiful

The City Beautiful is poised to become even more beautiful this year thanks to the services offered by several local entrepreneurs. In February, Downtown Abby Bodyworks Stretch Coaching opened its […]

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June 12, 2025
June Proclaimed Homeownership Month in the City of Laurel

Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee met with community members on Wednesday, June 11 at 11 a.m. to recognize the importance of homeownership and to proclaim the month of June as Homeownership […]

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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.

401 N 5th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
mayor@laurelms.com

City Hall is open Monday-Friday

8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

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