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.…

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…
Union County MS Heritage Museum Steaming Ahead

Museum Madness summer children’s program returns in June

Sessions will be June 21 – 25. There will be a morning and afternoon session each day for smaller class sizes.

Court sentences Carruthers to 160 years for criminal enterprise

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Carruthers had a large quantity of drugs, plus was close to churches and a school, is a convicted felon, and was using a firearm.

People violating yard sale ordinance through ignorance, or deliberately

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Permits are only $5 ($15 for a commercial location) but a person can only hold sales every 90 days.

City honors retired fire chief, learns about growing popularity of community center

The spray park was discussed and it was learned the facility is too unsafe to use and should be demolished and replaced.
NEMiss.News Pedestrian fatality identified

Scammers may be stealing your unemployment benefits

This type of fraud can hurt your credit as well as stealing money intended for you.
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No explanation for no cash at the Walmart. War Eagle?

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Brink's security service does not wish to explain why the New Albany Walmart could not give change to customers wishing to pay cash for their purchases.

Crime Stoppers seeks help in locating stolen $250,000 restored Barracuda

A witness saw an early 2000’s model black Chevy Silverado either extended cab or 4 door, 4x4 with a white enclosed car hauler trailer parked on CR 1290 near CR 1371 around 10:30 P.M.

Previous bond revoked for woman accused of Magnolia Soap burglary and van theft

Dye is accused of similar behavior after breaking into the tennis complex pro shop.
Dr. Justin Lohmeier NEMiss.News

Local doctor uses skills overseas

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Since realizing that his medical skills could help many others, Dr. Justin Lohmeier has made over 20 trips overseas, where he both attends patients and trains other doctors.

Magnolia Soap and Bath burglary suspect quickly arrested, has similar crime history

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The suspect was charged with a similar break-in at the tennis complex pro shop where she exhibited erratic behavior, changed and took clothes and other items after staying in the shop several hours.

Police still looking for information on possible hit and run, missing fugitives

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One fugitive was involved in a shooting at Shady Dell Park while the other has been accused of three different felonies this year alone.

Law officers, first responders learn how to recognize and respond to those with autism

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The instructor is the father of an autistic son and has taught autism response to more than 8,000 officers and other personnel.