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…
concrete pad

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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Lance Evans

Open Letter of Thanks from Superintendent Lance Evans

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Thank you, New Albany! On September 25, you said “yes” to our students and our school district. You said “yes” to public education. Parents, community members, and school staff said “yes” to a continued partnership as we “prepare…
medicinal plant workshop

Medicinal plant workshop to be at museum, Oct. 2

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A Medicinal Plant Workshop will be held at the Union County  Heritage Museum on October 2, 2018.  Learn to prepare and use -Herbs, Tinctures, Salves and Teas.  The workshop begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m.  and the cost is $45 and class…
Faulkner art exhibit

Faulkner, Folk Art & More Exhibit opens Friday 9/28

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The Faulkner Folk Art and More Exhibit opens at the Union County Heritage Museum Friday, September 28th, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. This is as annual juried exhibit of art work from regional artists who have entered pieces inspired by the annual…
school bond election

The voters have spoken in the New Albany school bond election

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Voters who live in the New Albany School Dictrict boundaries voted in a special election today to determine whether to approve an $8.5-million bond issue. By an overwhelming percentage of votes, the bond issue was approved. Only 14.33% of…
Faulkner Literary Fest Luncheon

Faulkner Luncheon features Dispatches from Pluto author Richard Grant

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The annual Faulkner Literary Luncheon will be held Friday, September 28, noon, at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in New Albany. Guest speaker will be Richard Grant, author of the book Dispatches from Pluto. The winners…
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Union Co. Republican Women to host Candidates Forum, 9/24

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Monday Sept 24th, 6:30, at Union County Courthouse, Candidates Forum, candidates for Chancery and Circuit Judge positions, will speak briefly. These are non-partisan races. Other special guests are Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, Michael…
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Republican Women to host candidates for local office

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This month's meeting of Union County Republican Women will be Monday, September 24, 6:30pm at the Union County courthouse. Confirmed speakers are Kelly Luther, Andy Gipson, Michael Watson, Lisa Koon, Daniel Tucker, Brad Tennison, Nathaniel…

Union Co. Literacy Council to have Riverfest raffle fundraiser

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The Union County Literacy Council is raffling off tickets to raise funds to benefit the program. Tickets are $5.00 each and will be sold before the Riverfest and during the Riverfest, which will be held on Saturday, September 29. During Riverfest,…
Craig Boykin NASTUC

NASTUC students hear national speaker on making good choices

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Craig Boykin, a nationally renowned motivational speaker, spoke to students at NASTUC (New Albany South Tippah Union County) Behavioral Management Center on Wednesday, September 12. Boykin is known for his story about overcoming learning…
NAES

August Happenings: NAES Students of the Month

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Each month, a Student of the Month is chosen for each homeroom. This student is one who goes above and beyond classroom expectations. Congratulations to our August Students of the Month; GRADES K-2 AUGUST STUDENTS OF THE MONTH:  (in…
Rowan Oak

September Museum Moments to feature Faulkner’s home, Rowan Oak

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On September 20, 2018, Brothers Cham and Ike Trotter will share stories and letters from the book Rowan Oak: A History of the William Faulkner Home, by Sally Stone Trotter. The book is about William Faulkner‘s purchase of what became his…
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Quarterly city beautification awards announced

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The City of New Albany Beautification Committee presents awards each quarter honoring outstanding use of landscaping in the city. Awards are presented in two broad categories, private homes and institutional. This quarter's awards were presented…