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.…
Piominko: Chickasaw Leader

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…
Piominko: Chickasaw Leader

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…
Piominko: Chickasaw Leader

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…

Clint Frazier Memorial Scholarships awarded

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New Albany High School seniors Carey Beth Doyle and London Erby are the recipients of this year's Clint Frazier Memorial Scholarship. Picture 1: Pictured l-r: Jeff McKeown, Tiffany Erby, London Erby, Michael Erby, and Amanda Martin                         Picture…
Hazmat training

Emergency responders train for handling Hazmat accidents

In a practice drill last week at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County (BMHUC), local emergency crews honed their skills for dealing with a hazardous material (Hazmat) accident. The drill involved setting up a special tent-like structure…
Duke TIP

New Albany Elementary School Duke Talent Search Participants

The Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) for 4th - 5th grade students is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving academically gifted and talented students. Duke TIP works with students, their families, and educators to…
Piominko

Annual historical society meeting features discussion of Piominko

The annual meeting of the Union County Historical Society (UCHS) featured a program about the Chickasaw Indians, a native American tribe indigenous to north Mississippi. Mitch Caver, an author who has co-written a book about Piominko, an…

New Albany High School names Hall as Head Baseball Coach

The New Albany School Board approved the hiring of Buddy Hall as Head Baseball Coach at New Albany High School on Thursday, May 17. Hall served as Interim Head Coach this spring at New Albany High School “Coach Hall did a tremendous job…
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Republican Women’s Club invites public to hear speakers

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All men and women are invited to the May meeting of Union County Republican Women’s club.  It will be held Monday, May 21, at 6:30 at Cook’s Adult Day Care, 611 Moss Hill Drive in New Albany. Speakers will be Richard Boyanton, candidate…

New Albany Middle School art exhibit open May 21st

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The New Albany Middle School Student Art Exhibit will open to the public on Monday, May 21, 2018. The opening event will be from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the Union County Heritage Museum. Refreshments will be served. The student art will be…
Piominko: Chickasaw Leader

Two New Albany areas experience power failures

For Your Information: New Albany Lights Gas and Water (NALGW) reports a fairly widespread electrical power failure in the Walmart area. It is expected that power will be restored around 2 pm. Also, there was a power interruption on Adams…
NAES

Two NAES teachers attain National Board Certification

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At the May School Board Meeting, the New Albany School Board presented commendations to Christy Littlejohn and Robin Willis for attaining National Board Certification during the fall semester. Both teach first grade at New Albany Elementary…

New Albany High School seniors return to where it all began

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New Albany High School seniors, wearing their graduation caps and gowns, high-five and visit with New Albany Elementary School students during the Senior Walk on Monday afternoon, May 14. Most of the graduating seniors were once students at…

New Albany High School ACT 30+ Clubs adds two members

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New Albany High School presented ACT 30+ Club t-shirts to Hayes Richey and Madison Cotten on May 9 for their recent success on the ACT. Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the club. Melanie…
Piominko: Chickasaw Leader

History of Chickasaw Homeland topic of Union Co. Historical Society annual meeting

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Interesting discoveries of the Chickasaw Homeland is the topic of the Union County Historical Society is set for Friday, May 18, 12 noon at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Mitch Caver, from Baldwyn, MS, is the guest speaker.…