Archived, searchable stories about local schools, community colleges, universities, etc. This includes information on technical schools, community partners in education, grants and awards, as well as school staff and management.

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.…
NAES Pre-K

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…
NAES Pre-K

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…
NAES Pre-K

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…
NEMiss.News ACT 30 Club

Three students added to the NAHS ACT 30 Plus Club

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Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the ACT 30 Plus Club. Three students have recently been recognized as new members of the club.     New Albany High School presented…
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New Albany Elementary School September happenings

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New Albany Elementary School students were busy honoring and learing during September. (click photos to enlarge or download) Grandparents' Day Celebrations New Albany Elementary School hosted Grandparents Day Celebrations September…

New Albany Elementary’s September Employee of the Month

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Sherry Richey, a teacher assistant at New Albany Elementary School, is the September Employee of the Month. Mrs. Richey is always willing to do whatever is needed; is described as a self-starter; takes initiative to solve problems; and makes…
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Eleven NAHS students earn perfect scores on state MAAP tests

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Eleven students at New Albany High School were recognized on October 1 for achieving perfect scores on last spring's  Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP) state tests. Perfect scores were scored in three areas of testing: 1 in…
Michael Erby

New Albany School District further commits to school safety

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The New Albany School District (NASD) is making a bold commitment to continued safety and security in its schools. This past summer, Superintendent of Schools Lance Evans worked closely with Chief Chris Robertson of the New Albany Police…
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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…
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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…
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…

NAHS to honor veterans and first responders

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New Albany High School will be honoring Veterans and First Responders this Friday night, September 14 at the football game. All veterans and first responders will receive free admission and will be recognized during our Pre-Game Show. If…

New Albany Elementary School August Employee of the Month named

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New Albany, MS- The New Albany Elementary School Employee of the Month for August is first grade teacher, Tiffany Thrasher.   Ms. Thrasher goes above and beyond for her students; goes out of her way to help others; truly cares…
NAES Pre-K

New Albany School District Makes Commitment to Pre-K Education

New Albany, MS- The  New Albany Elementary School NAES Pre-K program  has always been known in the community as outstanding. Once the children leave the Pre-K program they are well prepared for kindergarten. This year the program added…