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Laurel, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Laurel! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How domestic violence survivors in Laurel can get free security devices
- How one weekly shopping habit helped reshape downtown Laurel’s comeback story
- Meet the new Salvation Army leaders coming to Laurel this month
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 83, low: 61.
- Friday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
1. Domestic Abuse Family Shelter offers free safety supplies to domestic abuse victims (wdam.com) — Domestic violence survivors in Laurel and surrounding counties can now apply for free Ring doorbell cameras, Moto G phones and other safety upgrades through the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter. Eligible residents must live in one of 11 service counties, have high-speed internet and meet victim criteria. Applications are open now and close June 24, with four free months of phone service available. 
2. Ben Napier Says This One Habit Is the Secret to Saving Small Town America-And He Does It Every Week (star-telegram.com) — Laurel residents might appreciate how Ben and Erin Napier credit small, consistent purchases at downtown shops with helping transform Laurel’s once-quiet core into a lively hub of local businesses. Ben shares his weekly habit of buying something from a local men’s store, while the couple urges neighbors to support Main Street organizations and get involved in community revitalization.
3. USA Southern Territory June Appointments Update (salvationarmyusa.org) — Laurel’s Salvation Army corps will soon welcome Major Gary Felton and Captain Karen Felton as new corps officers starting June 22, part of a broader round of Southern Territory appointments. Local members can expect leadership changes as the Feltons transition into overseeing programs, worship, and community outreach based out of the Laurel corps.
4. Jones College PTK All-Mississippi Academic Team named (clarkecountytrib.com) — A Jones College student who volunteers at Laurel’s Veteran’s Memorial Museum has been named to the prestigious PTK All-Mississippi Academic First Team, alongside another local honoree on the Second Team. Their achievements highlight how area students are balancing demanding studies, farm work, and leadership roles while still giving back to the Laurel community and beyond.
5. Marine Industry Sees a Decline in Sales in March 2026 (boatingindustry.com) — Laurel stands out as one of the nation’s fastest-growing marine sales markets this March, even as overall U.S. boat sales slipped about 7% year-over-year. The report highlights strong demand in Laurel and nearby Hattiesburg, contrasting with sharper declines elsewhere and suggesting local dealers here may see better opportunities than many competitors nationwide.
📸 Around Laurel
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Baby + Me @ELL →
Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville
9:00 am
Thursday June 4
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Other local events
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Fine Free Thursday
Laurel-Jones County Library MS -
Storytime at the Library: 10 AM - 11 AM
Jones County Chamber of Commerce 153 Base Dr, Laurel, MS 39440
10:00 am -
Ellisville Kick-Off for Summer Reading - Unearth a Story
Jones County Chamber of Commerce Ellisville Branch Library 201 Poplar Street Ellisville, MS 39437
2:00 pm -
Summer Reading Kick-Off @ELL
Laurel-Jones County Library Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
2:00 pm -
LOTTIE the Trolley @Moss
Laurel-Jones County Library Dollar General in Moss, 5334 MS-15 N, Laurel, MS, 39443, United States
3:00 pm -
Summer Reading Kick-Off (Sensory Sensitivity Hour)@ELL
Laurel-Jones County Library Ellisville Public Library, 201 Poplar St, Ellisville, MS, 39437, United States
4:00 pm -
Bingo Beats
Jones County Chamber of Commerce 153 Base Dr, Laurel, MS 39440
7:00 pm
Thursday June 4
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Basic Computer Skills Class →
Laurel-Jones County Library, 530 Commerce St, Laurel
10:00 am -
Free Family Art @ LRMA
Jones County Chamber of Commerce Lauren Rogers Museum of Art 565 North 5th Ave Laurel, MS 39440
1:00 pm -
Fine Free Thursday
Laurel-Jones County Library MS -
Storytime at the Library: 10 AM - 11 AM
Jones County Chamber of Commerce 153 Base Dr, Laurel, MS 39440
10:00 am
Wednesday June 3
Thursday June 4
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- seeking out a licensed electrician that is honest & trustworthy & reasonable with their costs to the customer must be able to do quality work in the relatable scope of work have a few things in & around the home that need to be addressed must be
able to provide estimates on request for homeowner (Nextdoor Southwest Laurel)
- Walmart posted a job opening for Online Order Filling Team Supervisor in Laurel. Apply here.
- O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in Laurel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laurel here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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