News of events in the North Mississippi area, present or past, that shape or celebrate the lifestyle, well-being, and heritage of the community as a whole.

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…
missing man mcquary

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 Pysanky Egg Workshop

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 Pysanky Egg Workshop

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 Pysanky Egg Workshop

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 Juneteenth 2023 New Albany, MS

New Albany, MS’s first annual Juneteenth event a massive community success!

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Enjoy the beautiful photos from the festival, courtesy of the Union County Juneteenth Committee!
NEMiss.News Freedom Fest celebration 2023

Freedom Celebration, Pedaling for Hope: Music, Fun, Cycling, Fireworks in downtown New Albany Saturday

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2023 Freedom Celebration and Pedaling for Hope unroll Saturday June 24 in downtown New Albany.

Fossil Road Show a big hit once again at Union County Heritage Museum

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Annual Fossil Road Show drew a large and enthusiastic crowd of all ages at the Union County Heritage Museum.
NEMiss.News Jerry W. Shiverdecker

Museum to host the 20th Annual Fossil Road Show June 10th

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The popular Fossil Road Show will be at the Museum on Saturday June 10, 2023
NEMiss.News Cedarhill Animal Sanctuary art

Union County Heritage Museum: Out of the Wild

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The museum presents art made by the animals of Cedarhill Animal Sanctuary, opening June 2, 2023.

Baptist Union County selects Service First Champion for the quarter

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Congratulations to Anna Rasberry, R.N., recently named Baptist's Service First Champion.
NEMiss.News Baptist Baby Fair 2023

Baptist Hospital Union County presents its Baby Fair 2023

Baptist Union County's popular annual Baby Fair will be Tuesday April 25, 2023 - free to the public.
NEMiss.News Ballet Magnificat!

Ballet Magnificat! performed “Hiding Place” at the Magnolia Theater

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Ballet Magnificat! performed The Hiding Place, inspired by the true story of the ten Boom family.
NEMiss.News Autism Awareness Day proclaimed

Mayor Tim Kent proclaims Autism Awareness Day

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Mayor Tim Kent proclaims April 1st as Autism Awareness Day in New Albany.
NEMiss.News Mississippi Boychoir

Mississippi BoyChoir to perform at museum in New Albany April 1

The Misissippi Boychoir will present two performances at the museum on April 1, free to the public.
NEmiss.News Tammy Greer, PhD

Medicine Wheel Gardens, Museum Moments, March 16

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A program on Medicine Wheel Gardens continues the museum's looks into the history and culture of Southeastern Native Americans.
NEMiss.News Pysanky Egg Workshop

Pysanky Egg Workshops are being offered in time for Easter celebrations

The Museum and the Tallahatchie Arts Council are making the popular Pysanky Egg decorating workshops available again this year. The eggs are a traditional part of Easter celebrations in Ukrainian culture. Sign up soon; class size is limited.