6+ day, 19+ hour ago   (174+ words) An argument over an electric bicycle left one man dead and a 22-year-old charged with murder, Laurel police Sgt. Macon Davis said Sunday morning. He added that the LPD is still looking for two suspects. Eric Drummond Jr., 22, was arrested…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (130+ words) Laurel Leader-Call Checking back? Since you viewed this item previously you can read it again. Sorry, no promotional deals were found matching that code. Promotional Rates were found for your code. Sorry, an error occurred. Jones County School District Superintendent…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (215+ words) A social media firestorm erupted with rumors surrounding a voluntary annexation of property located near the Sportsplex late last week and into this past week, saying that the Laurel Housing Authority was building low-income housing on a property owned by…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (660+ words) Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. It is a day set aside to remember the people whose lives have been lost to overdose, to acknowledge the grief carried by those who loved them and to remind those who are still…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (352+ words) As autumn approaches, a full schedule of fall festivals and festivities is on the horizon for the City Beautiful. One of Laurel’s longstanding traditions, Social on Short 7th, is returning Sept. 19, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy local food,…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (519+ words) The Laurel City Schools Board of Trustees met Tuesday for its regular monthly meeting, where Superintendent Dr. Michael Eubanks highlighted preparations and accomplishments ahead of the 2026-27 school year. Eubanks said he was pleased with this year’s convocation, which featured plenty…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (665+ words) I used to be a very active reader. Several years ago, I had so many books that there was never enough space to put them. I’d buy or build shelves, and soon run out, as I also love thrifting, and…...