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The Heirloom hotel, a labor of love restored by Erin and Ben Napier over two years, was gutted by fire last August — a devastating blow to their hometown of Laurel, Mississippi. Just as the grand reveal neared, flames tore through the roof, leaving the couple heartbroken and calling the loss a “death of a loved one.” Nearly a year later, rebuilding stalls as their insurance claim remains unapproved, frustrating friends and delaying progress. Yet, with unwavering community support — dubbed the “Framily” — the Napiers remain determined to resurrect this historic landmark, even as the future opening date stays uncertain.

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