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…

Harris secures enough delegates for nomination, breaks one-day fundraising record – National & International News – TUE 23Jul2024

VP Kamala Harris has secured enough support to replace Biden- speculation now turns to VP pick. Trump, GOP struggle to find line of attack.

Members of Congress call on Secret Service director to resign over Trump rally security failures – National & International News – MON 22Jul2024

Secret Service Dir. Cheatle dodged questions from Congress over security failures at the July 13 rally where former Pres. Trump was nearly assassinated.

BREAKING: President Biden ends 2024 re-election bid – National & International News – SUN 21Jul2024

President Joe Biden has officially ended his 2024 re-election campaign. In a separate statement, he appears to endorse VP Kamala Harris.

Conflicting reports on Biden’s decision to stay in the 2024 race – National & International News – FRI 19Jul2024

Conflicting reports on Biden's decision to stay in the 2024 race. Security software update causes global IT outage affecting millions. UN court: Israel illegally occupying Palestinian, imposing apartheid.

Rep. Adam Schiff calls on Biden to drop out – National & International News – WED 17Jul2024

Rep. Adam Schiff calls on Biden to drop out; Biden continues to dig in his heels. China halts nuke talks over US support for Taiwan.

New Jersey Senator Menendez found guilty in corruption trial – National & International News – TUE 16Jul2024

New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez found guilty in corruption trial. Dems' Biden ouster efforts, muted by Trump shooting, continue quietly.

Trump-appointed judge dismisses classified documents case against Trump – National & International News – MON 15Jul2024

Trump-appointed judge dismisses classified documents case against Trump. Ohio Senator J.D. Vance named as Trump's VP pick. Israel takes advantage of US chaos to unleash one of the deadliest weeks in Gaza.

Would-be assassin slightly wounds Trump at PA rally; shooter and at least one bystander dead

Trump team says he's "fine" after apparent assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally. The shooter and at least one bystander are dead.

Hackers steal call, text record of “nearly all” AT&T customers – National & International News – FRI 12Jul2024

Hackers steal call, text records of "nearly all" AT&T customers. White supremacist who kept Black woman as sex slave charged in another's murder. Biden doubles down on candidacy, Ukraine escalation at NATO summit.

Boeing Starliner crew may not return to Earth until at least August – National & International News – THU 11Jul2024

Boeing Starliner crew may not return to Earth until at least August. Also, when/where to watch Biden's high stakes "big boy press conference", starting soon. Livestream link in story.

After brief rally, Biden on the ropes again – National & International News – WED 10Jul2024

Earlier in the week, many Capitol Hill Democrats seemed to fall into line as Biden insisted he was staying in the 2024 race despite his calamitous debate performance. But developments today show the revolt is not dead yet.

Lancet: Gaza death toll likely close to 186,000 – National & International News – MON 8Jul2024

Biden says only "Lord Almighty" could convince him to drop out. Many Democrats still unconvinced. Lancet: Gaza death toll likely close to 186,000. Left parties win big in French elections; Macron digs in.