Entries by Lynn West

Another tree causes damage on North Side

The Historic North Side of New Albany fell victim to another tree about 6 p.m. Tuesday, but it did not cause as much damage as the one that fell Saturday. A large tree broke off, landing across Madison Avenue between Cleveland Street and Garfield. The tree damaged at least one utility pole and pulled lines […]

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July 4 closings and schedule changes

All governmental offices will be closed Friday to observe the legal holiday for Independence Day, which falls on Saturday. Solid-waste collection in Union County outside the city limits will not be affected and garbage will be picked up Friday as usual. The city solid-waste collection schedule will change, however. Due to the holiday closing, both […]

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Pedaling for Hope draws crowd despite rainy weather

About 80 participants braved intermittent light rain early Saturday to ride in the annual Pedaling for Hope event. The bike ride down the Tanglefoot Trail benefits the Regional Rehab Center in Tupelo and New Albany Main Street projects. Different length rides were available, depending on the preference of the riders. Riders received T-shirts and lunch […]

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Union County Library reopens Tuesday as staff tests negative

The Union County Library will be open again Tuesday, providing curbside service. The Myrtle branch will also be open again for its normal hours. The library branches were closed after one of the employees tested positive for the coronavirus this past week. However, all other employees have tested negative for the illness and the library […]

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Samford University names Abbey Robbins to spring 2020 dean’s list

BIRMINGHAM, AL– Abbey Robbins of New Albany was among the 1,759 students named to Samford University’s 2020 spring semester Dean’s List. To qualify for the dean’s list, a student must have earned a minimum 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 while attempting at least 12 credit hours of coursework. Dean’s List is […]

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Museum Madness discovery camp for youths is July 13-17

The Union County Heritage Museum will have its annual Museum Madness program, Camp Create, for children Monday through Friday, July 13-17. The summer discovery camp is for students entering the second through fifth grades. Participation is always limited to ensure each child receives plenty of attention and assistance. This year’s program will be limited to […]

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Falling tree knocks out power to north side of NA

Crews were clearing a lot at the Union Lumber Company about 1:30 p.m. Saturday when it was reported that a tree they were cutting fell on nearby utility lines. Poles were snapped or downed, taking with them all the lines for a nearly five-block length along Randolph Street and into what used to be known […]

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Local students achieve Mississippi College president’s list

The Mississippi College Office of Academic Affairs releases the president’s list after the close of fall and spring semesters each academic year. To be eligible for the President’s List, a student must maintain a 4.0 grade point average, based on a 4.0 system. The student must take a full course load of at least 12 […]

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Courthouse access restricted again due to coronavirus increase

The continued increase in coronavirus cases has caused Union County officials to again tighten access to some offices. Particularly affected is the courthouse, where traffic has been heavier since the end of the month was approaching as people paid taxes or obtained vehicle license plates. Now, traffic-control chains and signs have been placed to separate […]

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Dryer fire proves opportunity to educate homeowners about danger

On Thursday, just after 2 p.m., fire units responded to a dryer fire on Shady Grove in Colonial Gardens, Acting Chief Mark Whiteside said. Upon arrival, the occupants met crews and reported they were not sure the fire was out. Whiteside said firefighters from Truck 2 made entry and verified it was out. “Quick action […]

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