The Laurel History Boys will bring together local history, music, fiction, memoir, and more during the 2026 Book Fair, Sunday, August 23, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Oliver’s Old Towne Tavern, 531 Main Street in Laurel. Books will be available for purchase, and attendees are also encouraged to bring copies they already own to have them signed by participating authors. Adding a little rock ’n’ roll history to this year’s event will be legendary WHFS DJ Weasel, who will be on hand as a

Photos courtesy of Laurel Historical Society On June 5, community members, students, alumni, and current and former teachers gathered at Laurel Elementary School (LES) to celebrate the school’s 100th anniversary. The celebration began with a short ceremony in the school cafeteria. Across from the stage was a mural of the original 1926 school building, a nod to the past and a reminder of the school’s century-long history! The ceremony began with a presentation of the colors by