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…
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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.…

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…

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…

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…

Museum now accepting art work for Faulkner and Folk Art exhibit- UPDATED

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As part of the Literary Fest and William Faulkner Month in New Albany, Entries are now being accepted for the upcoming juried exhibit Faulkner and Folk Art, opening Sunday, September 13, 1:30-3:30, at the Union County Heritage Museum in New…

NAES Bullpup Pride Awards, August 17th

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The following students at New Albany Elementary School received the Bullpup Pride Recognition Award because of their positive behavior during the week of August 17.  Pictured in no particular order are:       Melanie…

Union County officials, jurors praised for service in murder trial

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In May of this year, a murder trial was moved from Clay county to Union County on a change of venue.  Following the trial, Circuit Judge Jim Kitchens wrote the letter below, informing Union County citizens of the high-calibre performance of…

Jordan and Rakestraw 50 years of service to Union County

Danny Jordan and Benny Rakestraw will have served, between them, a half century on the Union County Board of Supervisors when they retire in January. Mississippi county supervisors are elected from districts, formerly called "beats," and the…

Judge Henry Lackey to speak at Republican Women’s Club

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Union County Republican Women's Club will meet August 26th, 2015, at 6:30PM in the Conference Room of the Holiday Inn on Hwy 30, New Albany. "InJustice the Film" about public corruption and attempted bribery will be shown and special guest…

NAES Bullpup Pride Awards, August 10th

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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…

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…

New Albany High School students named to ACT 30+ Club

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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…

New Albany High School Open House Announced

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New Albany High School Open House & Meet the Teacher will be Monday, August 17th from 5-7 p.m. Parents can meet their student's teachers and the New Albany High School staff, as well as pay school fees at this time.

New Albany senior participates in Leadership Institute

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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…

New Albany High School hosts Camp Freshman

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New Albany High School hosted its annual “Camp Freshman” on Friday, July 31. “Camp Freshman” began more than ten years ago to give the rising freshmen an opportunity to get familiar with the new campus, their teachers, and administration.…

New Albany School District orients new teachers

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The New Albany School District hosted an orientation for its new teachers on July 30 at New Albany Elementary School. Pictured are front row   l-r:  Celia House, NAES; Patrice Mason, NAMS; Elizabeth Day, NAES; Tara Blythe, NAES; Jessica…