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.…
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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…
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant

ARC Grant benefits New Albany School of Career & Technical Education

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The New Albany School of Career and Technical Education is the recipient of an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant award. The total allocation for the grant award is $110,000. ARC funding totals $78,250 with the Mississippi Department…

NAES Career Days increase student awareness of potential careers

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On Wednesday, November 15, first grade students from New Albany Elementary School visited the New Albany School of Career & Technical Education.  This field trip provided an opportunity for them to gain more awareness about potential careers by…

NAES fifth graders celebrate “First Thanksgiving”

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Lisa Topper's Kindergarten class at New Albany Elementary School held their "First Thanksgiving Dinner" on Wednesday, November 15. Parents and school administration were invited to attend the event. The students have been learning about our…

New Albany Middle School collects tabs for New Haven Center charity project

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New Albany Middle School students collected can tabs to donate to New Haven School. Can tabs are used to pay for utilities for the Ronald McDonald house that houses families with children staying at St. Jude Hospital. New Haven collects…

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…

Second annual English Learner program potluck dinner held

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On Thursday evening, November 9th, the New Albany English Learner (EL) Program held its second annual EL Potluck. New Albany Elementary hosted this district wide event. Families were invited to bring their favorite dishes and come together…

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…
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Tom Cooper selected as Marshall of 2017 New Albany Christmas Parade

Tom Cooper has been selected as the New Albany Christmas Parade Grand Marshall 2017. The parade will be on Monday, November 27th. Cooper was born in Vicksburg, MS, and graduated from Anguilla, MS High School. He received his BS degree from…

NAES fourth graders present two Veterans Day programs

Fourth grade students at New Albany Elementary School presented two Veterans Day Programs on Thursday, November 9. The New Albany High School Junior Air Force ROTC presented and posted the colors during the program, as well as conducted a…
NAMS reading fair

New Albany Middle School reading fair winners

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New Albany Middle School recently held the annual Reading Fair. The following winners have been announced: Individual Winners: 1st place: Sam Wiseman 2nd place: Brayden Langley 3rd place: Allie Faith Robinson Group Winners: 1st place:…

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…