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…

Labor Day 2024: Oxfam ranks best and worst states for workers. Where does Mississippi stand? – National & International News – MON 2Sep2024

Labor Day 2024: Oxfam ranks best and worst states for workers based on wages, worker protections and rights to organize. Where does Mississippi stand?

Facing pro-life backlash, Trump flails on abortion – National & International News – FRI 30Aug2024

Facing pro-life backlash, Trump flails on abortion. Israel agrees "pauses" in Gaza shelling to allow polio vaccinations, while launching massive West Bank invasion

In first campaign interview, airing soon, Harris promises Republican in Cabinet if she wins – National & International News – THU 29Aug2024

In first campaign interview, airing soon, Harris promises Republican in Cabinet if she wins. Who might she have in mind?

Biden backs away from Iran nuclear deal he once championed – National & International News – TUE 27Aug2024

Biden misses chance to restart Iran nuclear talks, deflate tensions. New, narrower indictment for Trump in Jan. 6 case. Harris to sit for first interview since starting her campaign.

Walmart recalls apple juice sold in 25 states (incl. Mississippi) for slightly elevated arsenic levels – National & International News – MON 26Aug2024

Walmart recalls apple juice sold in 25 states (incl. Mississippi) for elevated arsenic levels. Stranded Boeing astronauts to remain on ISS until February 2025. Israeli right-wingers push bigger response after surprisingly restrained Hezbollah retaliation.

DOJ sues makers of app driving rent hikes – National & International News – FRI 23Aug2024

DOJ announces antitrust suit against app driving rent hikes. RFK Jr. ends 2024 bid, backs Trump. Former FL deputy charged in killing of Black airman. Canadian rail strike partially ended after government steps in.

Gaza protesters who once “Abandoned Biden” could now abandon Harris after DNC snubs – National & International News – THU 22Aug2024

Gaza protesters who once "Abandoned Biden" could now abandon Harris after DNC snubs. Second Sikh leader survives assassination attempt on US soil in less than a year.

US supply chains, economy may be hit by massive Canada rail strike – National & International News – THU 21Aug2024

US supply chains may be hit by massive Canada rail strike. Texas judge strikes down FTC's nationwide ban on non-competes.

RFK, Jr., may end campaign, back Trump, running mate says – National & International News – TUE 20Aug2024

RFK, Jr., running mate floats ending campaign, backing Trump. Disney backs down on claim widower can't sue over wife's death because he signed up for Disney+. Hamas rejects sham US-Israeli "ceasefire" proposal.

Woman charged in plot to steal Graceland from Elvis Presley’s family – National & International News – FRI 16Aug2024

Woman charged in plot to steal Graceland from Elvis Presley's family. Harris lays out plans for Child Tax Credit, help for first-time home buyers.

After invading Russia, Ukraine seems to be setting up an occupation – National & International News – THU 15Aug2024

Ukraine's seizure of Russian territory risks escalation and backs Biden into a corner.

Alex Murdaugh may get new murder trial over jury tampering – National & International News – WED 14Aug2024

Alex Murdaugh may get new murder trial over jury tampering. Newly released docs show Hunter Biden lobbied US diplomats on behalf of Burisma.