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.…
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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…
Passionate People

Passionate People speak on various interests to New Albany students

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This summer New Albany High School planned sessions entitled "Passionate People" as part of its 21st Century Community Learning Center's summer programming.   Through this youth development and character education series, middle and high…
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East Union teams win at state TRAC Bridge Building Challenge

Jackson, Miss.—Middle and high school students from around the state recently competed in the annual Transportation and Civil Engineering (TRAC™) Bridge Building Challenge at the Clyde Muse Center on the Rankin campus of Hinds Community…
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Cagle receives Taylor Moore Scholarship at NAHS

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Sam Cagle was awarded the Taylor Moore Memorial Scholarship at the New Albany High School graduation ceremony on May 19, 2017.  The $5,000 competitive scholarship is given each year to a deserving NAHS student who plans to attend college in…
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East Union competes in National TRAC™ Bridge Building Challenge

Jackson, Miss. – Six student teams from Mississippi recently competed in the National Transportation and Civil Engineering (TRAC™) Bridge Building Challenge at the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Spring…
Passionate People Series

NAHS Passionate People series to focus on variety of interests

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This summer New Albany High School planned sessions entitled "Passionate People" as part of its 21st Century Community Learning Center's summer programming.   Through this youth development and character education series, middle and high school…

New Albany Middle School Beauty Review winners

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New Albany Middle School held its Beauty Review on Thursday, April 13. Congratulations to these winners in the 2016-2017 New Albany Middle School Beauty Review! (Click to enlarge/download photo)                       Melanie…
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New Albany Career & Technical Center programs ranked well by state

New Albany Career & Technical Center Programs Ranked well in State evaluation. Students enrolled in most courses at the New Albany School of Career and Technical Education take a state test each year. The MS-CPAS2 (Mississippi Career…

NAHS awards and scholarships presented for 2016-2017

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The following awards and scholarships were presented at the Awards Ceremony held at New Albany High School on May 2. (N0 photos were provided)   University of Mississippi:  Meg Bramlett, Mary Day, Sarah Gaines, Sam Hickey, Jacob McGregor,…

NAHS lists 2016-2017 Subject Area Award winners and Honor Roll students

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Subject Area Award recipients were recognized at the Awards Ceremony held at New Albany High School on May 2. (No photos were provided) NAHS 2017 Subject Awards: NAHS 2017 Awards Honor Roll students were recognized at the Awards…

New Albany Elementary School students enjoy Relay for Life field day

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New Albany Elementary students enjoyed a day of fun and education while raising money for the American Cancer Society at the NAES Relay for Life Field Day on May 15, 2017.  This year the students and staff raised approximately $3,000.00. "Field…
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Career & Technical students score wins at state HOSA competition

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The student organization Health Occupational Students of America (HOSA) state leadership competition was recently held in Jackson. The Career and Technical Center at New Albany High School had twenty-three students to participate in the HOSA…
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Ferrell named New Albany High School principal

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On May 19, 2017, New Albany School District’s Board of Trustees approved John Ferrell as theNew Albany High School Principal, effective July 1, 2017. A native of Booneville, Mississippi, Ferrell received his bachelor’s and master’s…