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Mississippi Closes Schools Until April 17

The Mississippi Department Education held a meeting on Thursday March 19, to discuss school closures due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Chairman Jason Dean said that the meeting was held via teleconference so board members could practice social distancing. Governor Tate Reeves held a livestream at the same time. The board voted to suspend the meeting […]

A message to Stokes Supermarket friends & customers

New Albany MS – Stokes Supermarket, the longest continually operating grocery retailer in Union County issued the following statement Wednesday, March 18, 2020:   TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS   We know that many of you are frustrated and worried about the current situation regarding Coronavirus. The panic buying by consumers here and across the country […]

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Sack lunches are being “Packed with Love” in Potts Camp

With schools closed in response to the coronavirus threat across our country, there are many families whose children may not be receiving enough nutritious meals. In Northeast Mississippi, many individuals and organizations are stepping up to the plate to help their friends and neighbors. Earlier this week, NEMiss.news was notified by Ms Joy Kimmons, of […]

Dr. H. F. Mason discusses COVID-19 on WTVA

Northeast MS – New Albany physician H. F. Mason will appear on WTVA, Channel 9, Tupelo. at 6:30 p.m. this evening, Wednesday, March 18. Dr. Mason, who is Chief Medical Officer at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County, will be talking about the coronavirus and sensible measures to mitigate the spread of the disease. He will discuss […]

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Baptist Union County, new visitor guidelines

New Albany, MS Baptist Memorial Hospital has updated visitor guidelines in response to coronavirus disease 2019. Effective immediately: To protect patients and employees and help prevent the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County has updated its visitor guidelines. These new guidelines will start immediately and will limit: • Visitors with respiratory […]

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Still doubt the COVID-19 threat is real?

Since mid February, NEMiss.news has been urging readers to prepare for the COVID-19 threat, and to make a plan to prepare to isolate themselves from the general public. This is the only way to slow down the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and slowing the speed of spread (mitigation) is the only way to keep […]

Reeves activates National Guard to assist state with Covid-19 response

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From MS. Governor’s office March 16, 2020   JACKSON MS  — March 16, 2020, Governor Tate Reeves signed two executive orders to further the state’s response to COVID-19 and aid Mississippians being impacted. Addressing Mississippians via Facebook Live, Governor Reeves announced the ongoing efforts working with state and local agencies to proactively […]

Lee County Sheriff Suspends Services

  The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has suspended visitations to all of its facilities until further notice. The decision came after consideration from local, state, and federal authorities. The department has been strongly advised to limit contact for the health of the inmates. Video visitation will still be available. Citizens are asked to visit www.citytelecoin.com […]

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Walmart: Will less shopping time mean longer checkout lines?

Northeast MS – Northeast Mississippi retail businesses were caught off guard with the threat of the coronavirus looming. People are stocking up on items in fear of possible quarantines. Area Walmart stores were not immune to the buying frenzy. At 11:00 pm Saturday, March 14, at the New Albany Walmart, shelves that usually hold staple […]

Lee County Takes Corona Virus Precautions

Tupelo, MS– Lee County officials have taken precautions when it comes to the threat of Corona virus. In a meeting this morning, Friday March 13, 2020, the Board of Supervisors decided to cancel programs for seniors at the multipurpose center. This was a measure taken because the senior population is more at risk. Lee County […]

Lee County Extends Contract for Debris Removal

Tupelo- The Lee County Board of Supervisors met on Friday morning despite multiple closing due to Corona virus threat. The meeting was business as usual. The only real exception being a vote to extend the contract for debris removal. Jeremy Britton, the Vice President for Custom Tree Care, addressed board members to discuss efforts to […]