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…
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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…

2017 Christmas at the Museum brings family fun

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The 2017 Christmas at the Museum event filled the Union County Heritage Museum with children, their parents and others who stopped by to enjoy the holiday activities. Specially decorated trees were part of a museum scavenger hunt, and there…

New Albany Garden Club plants love of gardening in NAES students

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The New Albany Garden Club recently sponsored the "Let It Grow" Poetry Contest at New Albany Elementary School. Glen Reeder's and Ninabeth Capaning's EXCEL students participated in the contest. First place poems will be submitted to the state…
Union Co. Master Gardeners

Master Gardeners add five to ranks, elect 2018 officers

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Five individuals became certified master gardeners at the November meeting of the Union County Master Gardeners. These individuals completed their required training hours and done 40 hours of volunteer service. Recent graduates include (l-r)…
Merry Christmas New Albany

First Baptist Church brings “Merry Christmas New Albany” to downtown

Merry Christmas New Albany, a special evening of music and celebration, will be held December 14th from 5:30 to 8:00 in historic downtown New Albany. The holiday performance will be presented by First Baptist Church's choirs, and will benefit…
2017 Tree of Love

2017 Tree of Love ceremony honors Herbert Morgan

This is the 24th year a Tree of Love has been lighted to honor the volunteers who serve at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County. That according to Baptist CEO Walter Grace. Herbert Morgan is the volunteer to whom this year's 2017 Tree…
2017 Christmas at the Museum

2017 Christmas at the Museum: Santa, silhouette artist, scavenger hunt

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Christmas scavenger hunt, Christmas crafts, Mississippi Craftsman Guild silhouette artist and Santa Claus are all part of the Christmas at the Museum celebration this Saturday, December 9,  from 10 – 12 at the museum. The themed trees at…

All invited to hear Mitch Stone sing at Locus Hill Baptist Church

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Locust Hill Baptist Church invites you to a singing featuring gospel and Christmas songs by an outstanding singer, Mitch Stone of Potts Camp, MS. Singing begins at 6:15 pm Sunday night November 26. A love offering will be taken. Everyone…

Union Co. Humane Society Bake Sale this weekend

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Do you need a few extra goodies to serve to friends and family during Thanksgiving? We have the perfect solution. Our bake sale will make your life a little easier, and proceeds will go towards making life better for homeless animals in Union…

Square Books to present Luncheon with Books program

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Tuesday, November 21 Luncheon with Books will be held at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library in New Albany. Representatives from Square Books and Nautilus Publishing in Oxford will be here with newly released books and recommendations for …
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Myrtle Unclaimed Property event will return money to citizens

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Representatives from the Office of Treasurer, Lynn Fitch, will be at the Myrtle Town Hall (1025 Church St) on November 15, 2017, to give back unclaimed property to citizens of the 38650 zip code.  A little over $31,000 is currently…

New Albany church’s “Trunk or Treat!” is part of its community outreach

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In an inauspicious building on Highway 348, lays a tiny church that has big ambitions. Real Life Church hosted Trunk or Treat on Halloween, allowing 175+ people to safely get candy for their kids.   It was a fun evening with nine trunks,…

NAHS student athlete speaks to Girl Scouts

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New Albany High School student athlete Avery Grace Shaw spoke to Girl Scout Troop 23016 on Friday, October 20. Shaw, a senior and two sport athlete, told girls about the sports she had participated in over the years, as well as the time commitment…