Entries by NEMiss.News

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NAES Bullpup Pride Awards, August 10th

The following students at New Albany Elementary School received the Bullpup Pride Recognition Award because of their positive behavior during the week of August 10.  Pictured in no particular order are: Picture 1 (K-2nd Grade Students): Julianna Urzua, Chris Chen, Mason Hogue, Ta’Kneiya Brudniki, Angelina Nguyen, Brady Clifton, Ever Raine Robinson, Tommy Thomas, Gracie Philips, […]

Jagger Zinzer memorial oak tree planted in New Albany park

About thirty family members and friends planted a tree at New Albany’s Sportsplex Thursday afternoon, August 13, to commemorate a life that was much too short. Jagger Zinzer, age 3-1/2 months, died Monday, December 1, 2014, a victim of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).  He was born August 7, 2014, and would have been one […]

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New Albany High School students named to ACT 30+ Club

New Albany High School recently presented ACT 30+ Club t-shirts to Drew Welborn and Austin Gafford for their recent success on the ACT. Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the club. Eighty-nine students have become members of the ACT 30+ Club since its […]

New Albany Shockers, learning to take the heat in life

New Albany – A group of determined young men were practicing tackle football in the heat of an August afternoon. In Mississippi. School having begun for the 2015-2016 year, this is not a particularly unusual sight. Middle school and high school football teams routinely begin their training in the summer’s heat. But these particular boys are not yet […]

Five Fabulous Fall Festivals coming to our area

There are five fabulous fall festivals coming up in our area in September and October. They all feature a variety of fun and entertainment for all ages, including delicious food, good music and original works of art. Not to mention that they all take place in some of the South’s most beautiful and historic locations. Do […]

New Albany continues homage to railroads passed by

New Albany – Although the Gulf, Mobile, and Ohio — the GM&O — railroad went out of business in 1972, its name and fame  live on in New Albany. The official name of the organization that operates the Tanglefoot Trail, which runs from New Albany to Houston, is the GM&O Rails to Trails Recreation District. […]

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New Albany senior participates in Leadership Institute

New Albany senior Katie Davis got a terrific opportunity this summer. Out of over 300 applicants, she was chosen to participate in the University of Mississippi’s Summer Leadership Institute for High School students.  The 23 students came from seven states and Mexico.  They lived on campus for four weeks, taking Political Science 101 and Public Speaking 102 […]

Arts, Beats, and Eats spotlights varied New Albany talents

The Arts, Beats, and Eats juried art event Friday evening, August 7th, drew about 200 people to the In Bloom reception hall in New Albany. Art patrons enjoyed a wide selection of foods provided by local restaurants. They listened to music performed by singer-guitarist Drew Dieckmann. Cash prizes are awarded during the annual show for  […]

New Albany Board of Aldermen meeting, August 4, 2015

Apparently a fee of $20,000 paid to a Birmingham retail recruiting firm is paying dividends for New Albany. The city’s Board of Aldermen was told Tuesday evening, August 4, that Popeye’s, a family chicken restaurant headquartered in New Orleans, recently opened successfully in New Albany. Popeyes was recruited to build a new restaurant here by […]

Union County August 4, 2015 complete election results

Summary of complete, unofficial returns in contested races for Union County offices. See pages at end of summary for complete details of ALL RACES on the Union County ballot. Democratic Primary:  Sheriff Race : Edwards    4187….70.09% (Winner) Wilhite       1768….29.59% Superintendent of Education  There will be a run-off between incumbent Basil and […]

Election results for Union County’s contested offices

Summary of complete, unofficial returns in contested races for Union County offices. Democratic Primary:  Sheriff Race : Edwards    4187….70.09% (Winner) Wilhite       1768….29.59% Superintendent of Education  There will be a run-off between incumbent Basil and challenger Hartfield. Basil           1918….46.42% Hartfield    1172….28.36% District 1 Supervisor (top 2) […]