Do the Napiers live in Laurel Mississippi?

Erin and Ben live in Laurel, Mississippi, a town of about 20,000 people just northeast of Hattiesburg. They’re passionate about sharing their love of Laurel—and small town life in general—and hope the work they’re doing there will help revitalize and preserve the quaint, historic town.

Are Ben and Erin moving to Alabama?

As fans of the Napiers know, earlier this year, the handy couple headed to Alabama for their new Home Town Takeover series, working with some celebrity pals, community members, and a hard-working team of builders and renovators to bring new life to the small Southern town. …

How many houses have the Napier’s renovated in Laurel?

And I wanted to share that with the world.” All but one of the 70 buildings they’ve renovated in Laurel are homes.

What happened to John Combe from Home Town?

What happened to John Combe? John passed away of natural causes on April 4, 2020, in a hospital in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, according to a Home Town group. Many viewers gave their condolences, with several commenting on how he seemed excited to live in his Laurel-based home.

How old is Erin Napier of Home Town?

36 years (August 30, 1985)
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The series follows husband and wife team Ben (36) and Erin (34) Napier as they welcome newcomers to their beloved town of Laurel, Mississippi, and help them find and renovate old homes to their former glory.

Is Home Town on HGTV fake?

It was scripted, had professional actors, and was meant to simply entertain viewing audiences and make them laugh. And, laugh we did!

Is Laurel Mississippi a good place to live?

Laurel is a great place to work, live, play and raise a family. We have great schools, great shopping, wonderful restaurants and bars inside these restaurants.

Who died from Home Town?

Brandon Davis
How did Brandon on Home Town die? The Home Town producer and videographer, Brandon Davis passed away back in 2018. According to ethanveritas, a blog post by the late producer’s brother, Ethan, he left for his heavenly abode on March 8, 2018, after he collapsed.

Where is HGTV’s home town in Laurel MS?

Downtown Laurel, MS. Filming Location of HGTV’s Home Town. Property of Lauren Rogers Museum of Art Archives. First settled by renegades and those on the fringes of society, this little village in the “Free State of Jones” would soon find a place in history all her own.

What was the impact of home town Laurel?

Erin and Ben were part of that group,” says Tucker. Their efforts, along with others who established the Laurel Main Street organization (which focuses on revitalizing the town), have breathed new life into Laurel. “To have the impact of a nationally recognized TV show and the impact it has brought into the community is profound,” Tucker says.

How many houses are on the market in Laurel Laurel?

Right now, about 150 homes are on the market in Laurel—but bargain hunters should be aware that “Home Town” has already had an effect on the housing stock. The ultralow-priced gems once easily uncovered are few and far between.

Is the show home town rescue on HGTV?

We’re excited to announce today that HGTV has given the production greenlight to a new event series, Home Town Rescue. Ben and Erin will take on their biggest project yet: an entire town in need of renovation.