Archived, searchable posts of Northeast Mississippi area news stories covering a variety of topics of  importance and/or interest to the local community.

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 IMPC Saltillo ribbon cutting

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 IMPC Saltillo ribbon cutting

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 IMPC Saltillo ribbon cutting

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…

Are you looking for love this Christmas? Mooch would like to give you that gift.

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If you are looking to add a bit of love and companionship to your life this Christmas, Mooch can provide what you want.

NALGW is currently working on an outage in New Albany

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Edited: Power was restored to Northside area about 2:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Thank you NALGW. New Albany Light, Gas and water is aware of a current electrical outage in New Albany. There are crews working on the line to determine…
NEMiss.News Gunshot flare

NAPD is investigating a gunplay incident in the city

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Late this evening NEMiss.News received reports of possible shootings in New Albany and in Blue Springs.
NEMiss,News Road Closure cones

Many downtown roads to be closed as of 5:30pm Friday for Tallahatchie Riverfest

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There will be several roads closed to vehicles from Friday evening 9-27-2024 until Sunday morning, 9-29-2024 for Tallahatchie Riverfest activities. Plan your route ahead if you are traveling to or through the area this weekend.
NEMiss.News NALGW sign on new building

Large power outage in New Albany.

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  New Albany Light, Gas & Water announced a power outage for “much of the east side of New Albany.” At about 7p.m., Bill Mattox told NEMiss.News, “We have a big problem at the substation, we hope we can begin bringing it…
NEMiss.News emergency response vehicles near the scene of train-involved death

One person dead in a train-involved incident in New Albany

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The New Albany Police Department is currently investigating the death of one person in an incident involving a train.
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Trump is unharmed after an apparent second assassination attempt

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One man is in custody in Florida after apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Second power outage of the evening in Northside area

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New Albany’s Northside neighborhood has second power outage of the evening
NEMiss.News Real estate market changes today

Thinking of buying or selling a home? Check the new rules first.

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New rules went into effect on August 17, 2024, that affect homes bought and sold across the nation. Make sure you are familiar with the changes if you are planning to buy or sell property from today forward.
NEMiss.News NEMCC to hold Meet the teams event

Meet the Teams events to kick off new school year at Northeast

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Two Meet the Teams events will kick of the school year at Northeast Mississippi Community College.

Pleasant Grove Community Gears Up for Exciting 2024 Heritage Days Celebration

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The Pleasant Grove Community invites you to join in celebrating its 139th annual Homecoming 'Heritage Days" event this weekend, August 9-11. A daily schedule of event details is provided.
NEMiss.News IMPC Saltillo ribbon cutting

Internal Medicine & Pediatric Clinic opens Saltillo location

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A large group of well-wishers attended the Grand Opening of the Internal Medicine & Pediatric Clinic's Saltillo location July 10, 2024.