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…

Biden faces discontent over Gaza in Michigan primary – National & International News

In Michigan, thousands of Muslims and Arab-American voters will vote "uncommitted" in today's Democratic primary. This will be the first test of how much electoral support Biden has lost in this key swing state due to his military support for Israel.

Navalny team claims Putin killed Navalny to thwart prisoner swap – National & International News – MON 26Feb2024

Navalny ally claims that Putin killed Navalny to thwart a prisoner swap. The Financial Times reports that Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan were to be part of that swap.

Trump “strongly supports” IVF as Alabama legislature seeks fix for court ruling – National & International News – FRI 23Feb2024

Trump "strongly supports" IVF as Alabama legislature seeks fix for court ruling. Biden announces 500 new sanctions against Russia after Navalny death. Netanyahu lays out his plan for Gaza after the war.

US probes whether AT&T outage was cyber attack – National & International News – THU 22Feb2024

US probes whether AT&T outage was cyber attack. AL clinics pause IVF services after court rules embryos are children. US intel: "Low confidence" in Israel's terror accusations against UNRWA.

Biden impeachment losing steam after key informant exposed for fabricating evidence – National & International News – WED 21Feb2024

Biden impeachment losing steam after key informant exposed for fabricating evidence. Biden's brother Jim testified in Congress today.

Haiti leader’s widow charged in his assassination – National & International News – TUE 20Feb2024

Haiti leader's widow charged in his assassination. For third time, US vetoes UN Security Council ceasefire resolution for Israel.

OPINION: Uncomfortable truths about Navalny and US hypocrisy over Assange and Israel – National & International News – MON 19Feb2024

US officials' outrage over Navalny's death makes their silence over the plight of Julian Assange and an impending massacre in Gaza all the more deafening.

NY judge fines Trump $354 million in civil fraud case – National & International News – FRI 16Feb2024

NY judge fines Trump $354 million in civil fraud case, plus $100 million in interest. Biden "contemplating" further action against Russia after Putin critic dies in prison.

Atlanta DA Fani Willis testifies in hearing that may disqualify her from Trump case – National & International News – THU 15Feb2024

Atlanta DA Fani Willis testifies in hearing that may disqualify her from Trump case. DOJ prosecutor who cited Biden's "poor memory" to testify in Congress.

House intelligence chair warns of “serious national security threat”, nature of which is unclear – National & International News – WED 14Feb2024

GOP intel chair warns of "serious national security threat", no other details. Shooting at KC Chiefs Super Bowl parade leaves 1 dead, multiple injuries. Gaza: UN sounds alarm on Rafah; Horrifying scene at Khan Younis hospital.

Poll: 86% of Americans say Biden too old for another term – National & International News – MON 12Feb2024

Poll: 86% of Americans say Biden too old for another term. Senate leaders Schumer, McConnell have both hinted at sending US troops if Ukraine, Israel aren't funded.

Tucker Carlson’s revealing interview with Vladimir Putin – National & International News – Fri 9Feb2024

Biden lashes out over memory jabs, then confuses leaders of Egypt and Mexico. Fears that Israel will expel 1 million Gazans to Egypt desert. Takeaways from Tucker Carlson's revealing interview with Putin.