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11/04/2026

State of Mississippi vs. Clifton McGruder

On November 3, 2026, a Jones County jury returned guilty verdicts for Second Degree Murder and Attempted Murder against Clifton McGruder after a 5 day trial for the 2024 shootings at Premier Sports Bar & Grill. The jury also voted that McGruder spend life in prison for both charges. ADA Katie Sumrall presented the case to the jury, and they returned guilty verdicts after just over 3 hours of deliberating. Thank you so much to all witnesses and staff that worked on this case and helped bring justice to the victims and their families.

11/02/2026

State of Mississippi vs. Brandon Joe Yates

On October 23, 2026, a Jones County jury returned a guilty verdict for Sale of Methamphetamine against Brandon Joe Yates. Circuit Court Judge Dal Williamson sentenced Yates to 23 years with MDOC, with 20 years to serve in prison. DA Brad Thompson presented the case to the jury, and they returned their verdict that same day. Thank you to all witnesses and staff that worked on this case!

10/28/2026

Happy birthday to our District Attorney, Brad Thompson! Wishing you a great day, old man! 🧁👴🏻

10/22/2026

At the Laurel City Council meeting on Tuesday morning, Jones County District Attorney Brad Thompson, center right, presents Laurel Police Department Chief Earl Reed with a laptop as Laurel Mayor

10/15/2026

Today, we wear purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month to support survivors. Purple symbolizes survival, courage, and peace. 💜💜

10/05/2026

Jones County Board of Supervisors proclamation signing for 2026 National Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

From L-R
Jamie Clark, DAFS
Laurel Ishee, LPD victim advocate
Priscilla Pitts, DA Victim Coordinator
District Attorney Brad Thompson
Deputy Kelsey Breland
Asst. District Attorney Kristen Martin
Deputy Melisa Kelland
In front - Ishauna Gulley

10/02/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year’s theme for is . Learn more at dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors

10/02/2026

Do we have something BIG for October or what?!?!

Keith’s Superstores is proud to partner with Red Bull to support the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter (DAFS) this October. For every 8 oz Red Bull sold at Keith’s, we will donate 50¢, and Red Bull will match our donation with another 50¢, making $1 donated for every 8 oz can sold!

DAFS is dedicated to helping survivors of domestic abuse and their children and pets by providing emergency shelter, counseling, case management, victim advocacy, education and other support services. DAFS serves 11 counties across the Pine Belt and Southeast Mississippi, helping survivors work toward a safer, violence-free future.

So grab your favorite 8 oz Red Bull at Keith’s throughout October and help us turn every can into support for survivors. ❤️💙

09/25/2026

Thursday night, Assistant DA Kristen Martin and Victim Coordinator Priscilla Pitts from the Jones County District Attorney’s Office attended the community vigil for National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims. Also pictured are Melissa Kelland and Lance Chancellor from the Jones County Sheriff’s Office and Lisa Mann with the homicide support group at The Shafer Center. Thank you to all who hosted and helped put this wonderful event together.

08/07/2026

After years of faithful service to the Laurel Police Department and our community, K-9 Kastor has officially retired.

Alongside his handler, Lt. Blancett, Kastor served with loyalty and courage, helping keep Laurel safe. We are grateful for his years of service and thankful that he will spend his well-earned retirement at home with the partner who has been by his side every step of the way.

We wish K-9 Kastor a long, happy retirement filled with plenty of rest, treats, and time with Lt. Blancett!

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501 N. 5th Avenue
Laurel, MS
39440

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