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…

Local author to sign books October 22 at the library

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New Albany, MS- Jessica Montgomery will be signing her book at the Library,  Saturday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. Jessica Montgomery, pastor of Healing the Hurt Ministry, is a devoted mother of four children who lives in Pontotoc, MS. Her biographical…

A beautiful Christmas Season coming soon to New Albany

New Albany, MS-  Our beautiful town is gearing up for the coming Christmas season, which will bring new sights and new events-- in addition to old favorites. “Christmas in Flight” Christmas Parade While there had been some talk of moving…

Prohibition – the Bitter end in Mississippi

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New Albany, MS- Mississippi’s Tortured History with Alcohol, and How a New Albanian Stopped the Double Standard, is the topic of this month’s Museum Moments this  Thursday, Oct. 20 at noon at the Union County Heritage Museum. The famous…

“The Addams Family” opening at Cine Theater this Friday

"The Addams Family," the 2016 musical comedy production by the Union County Public Schools, opens Friday, Oct. 21, at the Cine Theater in New Albany. Photos here are from the dress rehearsal Monday night. The annual Union County…

New Albany Elementary School receives large STEM grant

NEW ALBANY, MS- New Albany Elementary School (NAES) is the recipient of a $41,410 Rokenbok STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) Grant.  This grant purchased Rokenbok STEM Labs and curriculum for grades K-5 as well as 3D printers…

New Albany Lions Club’s Mississippi on Wheels aids charities

New Albany, MS-  the 31st annual Mississippi on Wheels car show, sponsored by the New Albany Lions Club, took over the downtown area Saturday, October 15th in order to raise money for Lions Club charities. It was a beautiful day for walking…

NAHS to host College Countdown Application Day

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New Albany High School will be hosting a College Countdown Application Day on Tuesday, October 25th where seniors will get assistance from college admissions counselors, community members, school counselors, and other volunteers to complete…

EXCEL By 5 Career Expo invites young students

New Albany, MS- EXCEL By 5/New Albany-Union County is planning a "career expo" for our city and county's youngest students. The event will be held at the Union County Fairgrounds on October 12 from 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for 4 and 5-year-old…

Trump headquarters to open Saturday in New Albany

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Please extend to all an invitation to participate in a Ribbon Cutting for the opening of the Trump Campaign Headquarters, 501 Hwy 15 South in New Albany, Saturday, October 8th, 3 pm. Following ribbon cutting The Grand Opening is open to…

Celebration of Mississippi statehood’s bicentennial anniversary to begin during Pioneer Days, October 13-15

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New Albany, MS-  Mississippi Statehood Bicentennial Celebration On December 10, 1817, Mississippi was officially recognized as the 20th state in the United States of America. In 2017 the state will have the unique opportunity to celebrate…

Main Street Association hears praise, gives service awards/UPDATED

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New Albany, MS- UPDATED: 10-6-2016 3:00 PM Tupelo Mayor Jason Shelton spoke to about 150 people today, Oct. 6, at the annual membership meeting of the New Albany Main Street Association. Shelton praised the efforts of Main Street, local…

NAES first graders learn about careers involving animals

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New Albany, MS -First grade students at New Albany Elementary School recently learned about careers that involve animals. This special career event was held on Thursday, September 29.  Students rotated through several stations to learn about…