According to the 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book released Monday, the state's education has been ranked 16th in the nation. This is up significantly from 48th in the nation, which Mississippi was ranked ...

Laurel’s downtown district isn’t just preserved – it’s thriving in a way that defies the sad narrative of many small American towns. The historic buildings along Central Avenue and surrounding streets ...

Fifth Ave., is Mississippi’s first art museum. It was created in 1923 and regularly hosts events like art talks, book signings and walking tours of the historic district.

Fifth Ave., is Mississippi’s first art museum. It was created in 1923 and regularly hosts events like art talks, book signings and walking tours of the historic district.

Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today Ideas editor, previously served as Mississippi Today's senior capitol reporter covering politics, government and the Mississippi State Legislature. He writes a weekly ...

Weather News Historic warning issued for Mississippi, Alabama. Here’s the latest for MS Coast, beyond By Martha Sanchez Updated March 14, 2025 6:26 PM ...

From shabby chic to magnolia-approved elegance, this vignette screams “Southern Living spread” with a dash of vintage charm. Photo credit: Southern Antiques, Laurel, MS What strikes you immediately is ...

In the heart of Mississippi, Hattiesburg is a vibrant city brimming with Southern charm and a variety of attractions catering to visitors of all interests. Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, ...

It’s been almost 10 years since Erin and Ben Napier introduced the world to their beloved hometown of Laurel, Mississippi via hit HGTV reality renovation show Home Town. Since premiering in 2016, ...

Shop for seasonal decor — from ornaments to nutcrackers! Image: Visit Laurel Natchez For a quintessential small-town Christmas in the South, spend a weekend exploring Natchez. A calendar full of ...

Laurel School District Superintendent Sean Larrimore has announced an asynchronous learning day this week for students across the school district due to a large number of scheduled staff absences.