Learn more about the people, events, and organizations that shape the community. Includes presentations at both city and county schools, upcoming events, organizations, and the people who are involved.

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…

NAMS students celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Week

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The 6th Grade accelerated math classes at New Albany Middle School celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Week with several projects. On Monday, February 13, the math classes treated the cafeteria workers to breakfast. Students set the…
Snowflake Ball

The Snowflake Ball: making memories and supporting good causes

New Albany's First Baptist Church was the place to be on Saturday February 25th, as the Pilot Club of New Albany hosted its seventh annual Snowflake Ball.  Girls aged four through  sixth grade got to dress up like princesses and spend the…

New Stage Theatre Provides Performances for New Albany Schools

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New Stage Theatre, a professional theatre located in Jackson, Mississippi, presented in-school performances of The Selfish Giant and Oh Freedom! The Story of the Underground Railroad to students in the New Albany School District on February…

Grant award boosts “Recycling Wednesdays” program at NAES

New Albany Elementary School has been awarded a $1,000 grant through the Mississippi Recycling Coalition School Recycling Grant Awards Program.  Jimmie Moore, Mississippi Recycling Coalition Board Member, presented the grant award to NAES on…

NAHS’s Ferrell presents at 2017 At-Risk Youth National Forum

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New Albany, MS- John Ferrell, New Albany High School Assistant Principal and Career & Technical Education Director, served as a presenter at the 2017 At-Risk Youth National Forum.  The forum was sponsored by the National Dropout Prevention…

NA Garden Club presents Arbor Day program at NAES

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New Albany, MS- The New Albany Garden Club presented an Arbor Day program for students who are a part of the Ecotots, Young Gardeners and Youth Gardeners programs. The program was held at New Albany Elementary School on Friday, February…
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Republican Women invite public to meeting, February 27

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The Union County Republican Women will meet on Monday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, New Albany. Club President Sue Morrisson and Founding Member Nancy Frohn will bring us news of their trip to Washington, D.C., for…

NAES 2nd grade teacher uses flexible seating in classroom

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New Albany, MS- Amber Peters, a second grade teacher at New Albany Elementary School, has implemented a flexible seating arrangement into her classroom this year.   The seating arrangement includes rocking game chairs, exercise balls, a couch,…

NAES kindergarteners get new in-class listening centers thanks to grant

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New Albany, MS- Through the Dean Provence Endowment for Excellence in Education grant program for classroom teachers, kindergarten teachers at New Albany Elementary School now have Listen & Learn Phonics Activity Programs and Listening Centers…

Agape free clinic sets 3rd annual fundraiser

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The 3rd Annual Valentine Fund Raiser for the Agape free clinic in New Albany is scheduled for February 25th. Agape's Annual Fund Raiser is held in order to provide free healthcare for uninsured people who otherwise cannot afford basic medical…

Luncheon with books Feb 21

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Friends of the Library will sponsor Luncheon with Books at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library in New Albany on Tuesday, February 21. A light lunch will be provided by the New Albany Mother’s Club beginning at 11:30AM. In keeping with President’s…

Teachers of the Year honored by NA School Board

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New Albany, MS- The New Albany School Board formally recognized Heather Ferrell for being selected as New Albany High School Teacher of the Year and New Albany School District Teacher of the Year.  Additional commendations included:  Tameri…