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New Albany Elementary School presents Powwow program

Kindergarten students at New Albany Elementary School presented a Powwow program on Thursday, November 16. Kindergarten students, under the direction of Music Teacher Celia House, sang “The Indians are Creeping”, “Hurray, It’s Thanksgiving Day”, “Ten Little Indians”, “HiYiYi”, “Just a Boy and a Girl”, “Hush a Bye”, and “This is How the Indians”. The program included […]

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NAES fifth graders celebrate “First Thanksgiving”

Lisa Topper’s Kindergarten class at New Albany Elementary School held their “First Thanksgiving Dinner” on Wednesday, November 15. Parents and school administration were invited to attend the event. The students have been learning about our country’s history and how the Native Americans and Pilgrims were enemies at the beginning and became friends later.  Students dressed […]

Santa arrives in New Albany, will make other appearances

Santa arrived in New Albany on Monday, November 27th. This year, though he arrived as usual, amidst the traditional Christmas Parade, he did not choose his traditional sleigh and reindeer. Perhaps going for more eco-friendly transportation, he chose a white open carriage, laden with gifts and gaily decorated for the Christmas season. However he chooses […]

RANT:  At last, a rough draft of the new sign ordinance

A rough draft of the new sign ordinance governing business and other signs in New Albany has been circulated to city officials and others. First Ward Alderman Amy Livingston stated at the city board’s regular meeting on Nov. 7 that she, working with others, had completed a draft of a proposed new sign ordinance. She […]

Sunday evening fire destroys mobile home on Carlisle Street

A Sunday evening November 26 fire at 606 Carlisle Street, sent firemen and fire engines from two fire stations to battle the blaze. The call came to the New Albany Fire Department (NAFD) at 5:35 pm, and a fire engine from NAFD Station One arrived three minutes later. Firemen determined that the home was 20% […]

New Albany community Christmas events scheduled for this week

Two community Christmas events will take place this week in New Albany. New Albany’s 2017 Christmas Parade will be tomorrow night, Monday November 26th. It will begin at 6:00 PM, and parade participants should be in the line-up by 5:30 PM. Tom Cooper, former City Alderman, Chancery Clerk and long-time volunteer fireman, is this year’s […]

IM&PC Cares: Benefits of Breastfeeding

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends exclusively breastfeeding your baby for the first 6 months. When you add solid foods to your baby’s diet, continue breastfeeding until at least 12 months. There are many reasons why breastfeeding is best for your baby: Benefits for baby: Human milk provides essentially all the nutrients your baby […]

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All invited to hear Mitch Stone sing at Locus Hill Baptist Church

Locust Hill Baptist Church invites you to a singing featuring gospel and Christmas songs by an outstanding singer, Mitch Stone of Potts Camp, MS. Singing begins at 6:15 pm Sunday night November 26. A love offering will be taken. Everyone is invited. Locust Hill Church is located off of Magnolia Way between the stop light on Hwy 9 near Sherman and the Toyota Plant. […]

New Albany gifted students visit Oxford in Faulkner study

The 9th and 10th grade Gifted English classes from New Albany High School visited Oxford on November 9 as part of their Faulkner novel study.   Students began the day with a visit to the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi where they learned about the many opportunities available through university […]

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Second annual English Learner program potluck dinner held

On Thursday evening, November 9th, the New Albany English Learner (EL) Program held its second annual EL Potluck. New Albany Elementary hosted this district wide event. Families were invited to bring their favorite dishes and come together to share a special meal! This evening gathering provided a wonderful opportunity for the school and local families to […]