Learn more about the people, events, and organizations that shape the community. Includes presentations at both city and county schools, upcoming events, organizations, and the people who are involved.

NEMiss.News Dr. Shane Scott at IMPC, COVID-19

Dr. Shane Scott: “COVID is not going away.” What you should know.

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  NEW ALBANY, MS - “COVID is not going to go away,” a prominent northeast Mississippi physician told NEMISS.NEWS last week. “I suspect it is going to be one of the illnesses, such as the flu, ordinary head colds and strep, which…
Northeast MS Homeless at Tupelo library

Tupelo man says home overrun by homeless, asks its removal from demolition list

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Tupelo, MS - The first Tupelo City Council meeting of the year, January 7, 2020, was not without drama. Mr. Frank Agnew, an area homeowner, went before the council in an attempt to save his property. The home is currently in a state of disrepair,…
New Albany MS. Christmas at the Museum 2018

2019 Christmas at the Museum, December 14

Mingle and Jingle with Santa, enjoys crafts and holiday refreshments on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 until 12 noon at the Union County Heritage Museum for the annual Christmas event. Part of the holiday season that has become a tradition is…
concrete pad

Some work complete on industrial park enhancements

Work is partly complete on projects to attract more industry to Union County. A concrete pad for a shell building and a nearby industrial access road have been done. Steel was expected to be going up soon for a 100,000-square-foot shell building…
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Body of missing man Scott McQuary found Tuesday morning

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Members of the Union County Sheriff’s Department found the body of 49-year-old Scott McQuary Tuesday morning in a sand pit off County Road 14. The case was under investigation Tuesday but Sheriff Jimmy Edwards said no foul play was suspected…
New Albany MS Doggie dining in MS

Doggie Dining: Coming to a restaurant near you?

JACKSON, Miss. – Beginning Friday, November 1, 2019, a new Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) policy will allow "doggie dining." Restaurant patrons will be able to dine with their pet dogs under certain conditions. Patterned…
New Albany, MS Gobble gobble, Patterson home open at Thanksgiving

Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!

“Praise God from whom all blessings flow...” --The Doxology    There is something very special in the air. It’s an air of gratitude, an air filled with the fragrance of hope and Thanksgiving. This year’s bounty has been harvested.…
NEMiss.News New Albany CTE students earn 100% scores

Career & Technology Day, May 13, to include job fair

The New Albany School of Career & Technical Education is planning Career & Technology Day for May 13. This year plans are being made to add a job fair component to the event for New Albany High School juniors and seniors, as well…
NEMiss.News New Albany CTE students earn 100% scores

New Albany in running for music series grant-here’s how to vote

NEW ALBANY, MS - Sponsored by Levitt Pavilions, the national nonprofit behind the largest free concert series in America, the City of New Albany hopes to qualify as one of the 15 winning organizations competing in the Levitt AMP Grant Awards. What…
NEMiss.News New Albany CTE students earn 100% scores

NAMS Howlin’ on the RIver Color Run set for October 31

Walk, jog, and run your way toward a healthier life while raising funds for New Albany Middle School! The color run is open to EVERYONE in the community and we encourage you to join us. The My School Color Run will feature…
NEMiss.News Hillsdale house fire

South Hillsdale house fire apparently caused by in-wall heater

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The New Albany Fire Department quickly extinguished a fire on South Hillsdale and two residents were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
NEMiss.News NAHS 5th grade class

NAES fifth graders participate in national Valentine Exchange

Amanda Harrison's fifth grade class at NAES exchanged valentines with schools across the United States.
NEMiss.news HOSA district winners 2022

Career & Technical students win at district HOSA competition

Congratulations to the four New Albany Career & Technical students who won at the HOSA District Competition 2022.
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Girl Scout Gold Award project benefits dyslexia training.

NAHS Senior Katie Evans' Girl Scout project provided funding for dyslexia training.
NEMiss.News Two bulldogs sign for college soccer

Two New Albany Bulldogs sign to play college soccer

Congratulations to New Albany Bulldogs Mejia and Hernandez, who recently signed to play college soccer.
NEMiss.News January 2022 NAES employees of the month

New Albany Elementary School’s January 2022 Employees of the Month

Congratulations to the January 2022 Employees of the Month at New Albany Elementary School.
NEMiss.News John David Nelson signs for college tennis

Bulldog signs to play college tennis

Congratulations to John David Nelson, who recently signed to play college tennis at Jones College.
NEMiss.News NA Career & Tech students win at HOSA

New Albany Career & Technical students earn wins at district HOSA event

Congratulations to the four New Albany Career & Technical Center students who achieved wins at the recent 2022 District HOSA event.
NEMiss.News Career & Tech FBLA winners

New Albany Career & Tech School FBLA District Conference Winners 2022

Congratulations to Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Advisor Alison Moore and all of her students for their performance at the 2022 District Leadership Conference.
NEMiss.News Union Co. Spelling Bee winners

NAMS spellers excel at the Union County Spelling Bee

Congratulations to the New Albany Middle School spellers who took the top positions at the Union County Spelling Bee!
New Albany MS NAES Citizens of Month

New Albany Elementary School Citizens of the Month for January 2022

Congratulations to the New Albany Elementary School's January 2022 Citizens of the Month.
NEMiss.News New Albany CTE students earn 100% scores

Career & Technical students achieve 100% on National Certification exam

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Congratulations to the New Albany Career & Technical students who earned perfect scores on their National Certification Exam, and also to their instructor, Mrs. April Voyles.