Archived, searchable stories about events open to the public and sponsored by persons or organizations in the local community (such as the museum or Main Street) that: 1. happen on a regularly basis.  2. occur periodically each year, or ticketed events.

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.…
NEMiss.News JAZZ Junction Union Co. Heritage Museum

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 JAZZ Junction Union Co. Heritage Museum

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 JAZZ Junction Union Co. Heritage Museum

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 Santa

Santa at the Museum, December 10

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Santa will be at the Union County Heritage Museum on December 10, along with snacks, Santa science and Christmas crafts. Bring your kids and your camera to this annual family event.
NEMiss.News Main Street's Trick or Treat Trail

Halloween gets an early start in New Albany

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Over 1000 toured the New Albany Main Street's Trick or Treat Trail in Downtown New Albany and dozens more attended the opening of Articulating Yoknapatawpha at the Union County Heritage Museum.
NEMiss.News Pioneer Days 2019

Heritage Folk Life and Pioneer Days at the museum Oct. 20-22

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Union County Heritage Museum's Heritage Folk Life Pioneer Days event will be October 20-22, weather permitting. Check post for information on scheduling groups and family visits.
NEMiss.News Faulkner Competition winners

Winners of 2022 Faulkner Literary Competition honored at annual luncheon

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The 2022 William Faulkner Literary Competition winners' luncheon was Thursday, September 22 in New Albany, MS. "Doing New Albany proud," this competition continues to grow, drawing entries from around the world.
NEMiss.News Steber playing saw

Opening of Bill Steber exhibit another ‘first’ for Union County Heritage Museum

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The premier showing of 'Spirit in the Soil: Objects and Evocations of the Mississippi Blues', by renowned artist Bill Steber, drew an appreciative audience from near and far. It will hang in the museum through November. Don't miss it!
NEMiss.News Robert Johnson triptych

Mixed media portraits made from rubble, plus award winning photos opening Sept. 8

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A unique mixed media exhibit focused on the Mississippi Blues and the preservation of its artifacts opens September 8, 2022, at the museum. The public is invited to enjoy the stories, music and evocative art.
NEMiss.News Spoke 'N Word Weekend

SPOKE ‘N WORD WEEKEND in the Best Southern Small Town

New Albany's June festival, The Spoke 'N Word Weekend, will include biking, story telling, live music, events for charity, food and Sam Mosley Freedom Fest. Events will take place in several downtown locations, so check the map in the story for information.
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Fossil Road Show focuses on Extinction Event, large relic collection, virtual reality

The ever-popular Fossil Road Show returns to Union County Heritage Museum with a great new program for fun and knowledge. There will be lots of new information about Union County's ancient past, as well as up-to-date virtual reality.
NEMiss.News Cinco de Mayo at the Museum

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Union County Heritage Museum

The public is invited to join in the fun as the Union County Heritage Museum (assisted by special sponsors) celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
NEMiss.News Gracie Williams and Garry Burnside

‘Beyond the Tracks’ brings Garry Burnside, Gracey Williams to the museum stage

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"Beyond the Tracks" will kick of its second season of music with Garry Burnside and Gracey Williams on the museum's Bridge Stage, May 21, 2022. The concert is free - bring your lawn chairs.
NEMiss.News Museum hosts hosts stargazing event

Union Co. Heritage Museum to host a stargazing event at Ingomar Mound

U:nion County Heritage Museum will host the Memphis Astronomical Society at a stargazing event at Ingomar Mound. Bring a lawn chair and check out the beauty of the night.
NEMiss.News JAZZ Junction Union Co. Heritage Museum

Union County Heritage Museum: Jazz Junction event set/ UPDATED 1-31-2022

The Union County Heritage Museum will have a night of Jazz and other fun on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Check here for ticket information.