Archived, searchable posts about the activities, fundraisers, meeting minutes, etc. of local civic, religious, community support, social  organizations, organizations, etc. Not for simple reminders or meeting announcements, which go into Community Notices, and are expiration dated.

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…

Dees to discuss “The Statue and the Fury” at Luncheon with Books

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Tuesday, April 17, Jim Dees will discuss his book The Statue and the Fury at Luncheon with Books at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library in New Albany. In 1997 Jim Dees was a new reporter for the "Oxford Eagle" when a magnolia tree was cut down…

MDOT offers engaging program for young summer campers

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JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) offers free litter prevention education programs for summer camps and community groups in Mississippi. The “Don’t Trash Mississippi” with Myrtle the Turtle education…

Republican Women attend Legislative Day, will host MS Treasurer Fitch

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Union County Republican Women’s Club attended Legislative Day on March 8, 2018, meeting with Representatives Steve Massengill and Margaret Ellis Rodgers at the MS State Capitol in Jackson. Union County Republican Women’s Club to host MS…

Kay Sappington retirement reception, March 23

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A Retirement Reception for Kay Sappington, the Union County Library Director, will be held Friday, March 23 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the Coker-Speck Auditorium at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library in New Albany. Sappington has been the Director…

Author Jane Stanley is Luncheon with Books guest

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Tuesday, March 20, Luncheon with Books will be held at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library in New Albany. Jane Stanley will discuss her book Jane: A Memoir. Nautilus Publishing states "this is a compelling story of an intriguing life. Jane…
Cactus Jack Carlisle

Museum Moments to feature book on Cactus Jack Carlisle

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Museum Moments at the Union County Heritage Museum in New Albany on Thursday, March 15, will feature the author and the principal character of the book “Cactus Jack: Against All Odds.” This interesting story will be told by writer Walter…

Annual “Empty Bowls” fundraiser scheduled for March 14th

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"Empty Bowls," an annual fund-raising event for the Salvation Army in north Mississippi, will be held this year on Wednesday, Mar. 14th. Tickets for the "luncheon to feed the hungry" are $15 each. Each ticket holder gets a bowl of soup and…

Union Co. Literacy Council to hear Mayor Kent, raffle Smart TV

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The Union County Literacy Council will meet on Tuesday, March 13, at 6:00 P.M. at the Union County Library. Mayor Tim Kent will be the speaker. The public is invited. Beginning Tuesday, March 13, and ending Saturday, April 21, the Union County…
Union Co Volunteer Firefighters

Seven Union County Volunteer Firefighters achieve certification

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Seven Union County Volunteer Firefighters have received their volunteer level 1 certification recently by completing their skills at the Mississippi State Fire Academy. This 80 plus hour course is taught by certified instructors from New…
9th Home and Garden Show

Master gardeners to present 9th annual Home and Garden Show

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The 9th Annual New Albany Home and Garden Show presented by the Union County Master Gardeners is scheduled for March 24, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Historic Downtown New Albany. The theme for this year's show will be "Hoppin' into Spring".…

Night Out for New Haven fundraiser adds silent auction

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The New Haven Center for Special Needs Adults annual fundraiser, Night Out for New Haven, is Saturday, March 3, beginning at 6:45 p.m. at the Magnolia Civic Center. All seats are reserved and tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the UCDA…

MS Homeland Security to discuss improving church security

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New Albany Police Chief Chris Robertson has arranged a program to help churches keep their congregations safer. Robertson has arranged for Jim Brinson, Director of Homeland Security Operations for the State of Mississippi, to do a presentation…