Archived beginning in 2021, this is a fast, convenient summary of the current day’s state, national and worldwide news items we believe our readers will find of interest. This service is posted Monday – Friday.

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…

Trump hush-money trial: 1st day of jury deliberations ends with no verdict – National & International News – WED 29May2024

Trump hush-money trial: 1st day of jury deliberations ends with no verdict. Media orgs expose Israel's years-long campaign of spying, intimidation and threats against the ICC.

Biden campaign stages event featuring Robert De Niro outside Trump’s NY trial – National & International News – TUE 28May2024

Biden campaign stages event featuring Robert De Niro outside Trump's NY trial. DNC to nominate Biden and Harris virtually to avoid Ohio ballot snag.

Severe weather kills over 20 in several states; dangerous front continues eastward today – National & International News – MON 27May2024

Severe weather kills over 20 in several states; dangerous front continues eastward today. Israel strike on Rafah refugee camp kills at least 45; Netanyahu says "tragic mishap".

ICJ orders immediate halt to Israel’s invasion of Rafah – National & International News – FRI 24May2024

ICJ orders immediate halt to Israel's invasion of Rafah. Israel's defiance further erodes their international standing and ours.

Louisiana legislature passes bill to further restrict abortion pill access – National & International News – THU 23May2024

Louisiana legislature passes bill to further restrict abortion pill access. Biden's ballot access in doubt in major swing state.

UK PM Sunak calls early elections, which some call “a gamble” – National & International News – WED 22May2024

Graceland saved? "Fake" company apparently withdraws foreclosure claim. Poultry company sued for Mississippi teen's death had 4 teens working in Alabama plant. UK PM Sunak calls early elections, which some call "a gamble".

Elvis Presley’s granddaughter sues to save Graceland from “fraudulent” auction – National & International News – TUE 21May2024

Elvis' granddaughter sues to save Graceland from "fraudulent" auction. Hush-money trial: Defense rests with no testimony from Trump.

ICC warrants sought for Israel PM Netanyahu and Def. Minister Gallant and Hamas officials – National & International News – MON 20May2024

ICC warrants sought for Israel PM Netanyahu and Def. Minister Gallant and Hamas officials. How can Israel and the US save face? Could US officials be in trouble as well? Iran President Raisi won't be missed, but his death in a helicopter crash comes at a bad time.

Funeral for Black active duty airman killed in his home by FL deputies – National & International News – FRI 17May2024

Hundreds attend funeral for Black active duty airman killed in his home by FL deputies. Parts of Houston, TX, may be without power for weeks after storm. S. Africa calls on ICJ to order Israel to stop Rafah assault.
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Biden blocks release of audio from interview in classified docs case – National & International News – THU 16May2024

Biden blocks release of audio from interview in classified docs case. NJ Senator's corruption trial gets underway. Putin, Xi herald deeper ties, efforts for Ukraine political resolution.

DOJ: Boeing could face criminal prosecution for breaching safety agreement – National & International News – WED 15May2024

DOJ: Boeing could be facing criminal prosecution for breach of safety agreement. RFK Jr. campaign accuses Biden, Trump of "colluding" to exclude him from debates.

Ship that brought down Baltimore bridge suffered power outages hours earlier – National & International News – TUE 14Mar2024

Ship that brought down Baltimore bridge suffered power outage 10 hours earlier. Killer whales attack and sink 50-foot yacht near Strait of Gibraltar.