Archived, searchable stories about events open to the public and sponsored by persons or organizations in the local community (such as the museum or Main Street) that: 1. happen on a regularly basis.  2. occur periodically each year, or ticketed events.

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.…
Nemiss.News Basketmaking at the museum

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…
Nemiss.News Basketmaking at the museum

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…
Nemiss.News Basketmaking at the museum

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…

Goodness Snakes Alive! The Fossil Roadshow arrives at the Museum June 14

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The 17th annual Fossil Road Show will have speakers on Mississippi snakes and on recent fossil finds, as well as educational family fun. Experts will be on hand to identify finds brought in by the public and the Memphis Gem and mineral society will have displays and sales.
NEMiss.News Santa and Mrs Claus at museum 2024

Union County Heritage Museum Celebrates the Season with Santa and rooms full of fun

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The Union County Heritage Museum was a building full of Christmas excitement as Santa and Mrs. Claus helped Celebrate the Season.
NEMiss.News Santa and Mrs. Claus to be at museum

Santa to “Celebrate the Season” December 14 at the Museum with waffles, crafts & more

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Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit the Museum December 14th, to meet the kids and share waffles and hot chocolate. The event is free and open to the public.
NEMiss.News Celebrate the season at the museum

Celebrate the Season: Museum to host Young Entrepreneurs Holiday Market, NAHS Jazz Band and more, December 5th.

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Celebrate the Season" at the museum December 5 with jazz, a holiday market and more.
NEMiss. News Heritage Crafter Jack Martin making a broom

Mississippi Hills Folklife & Craft Days to be at Museum Nov. 7-9

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Mississippi Hills Folklife and Craft Days will be at the Museum November 7-9, with heritage crafts demonstrations, hands-on family activities, music, and all the other activities that have made this a popular event for over 20 years.
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Faulkner Literary Luncheon features Judge Mike Mills as guest speaker

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Judge Michael Mills to be featured speaker at Annual Faulkner Literary Luncheon, September 27, 2024. Note: Ticket deadline is Wednesday September 25.

Rock Bottom Nature Fest, Sept. 28: mushrooms education, live animals & more, Park Along the River

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The Rock Bottom Nature Fest, the first event of its kind in our area, will have speakers and activities relating to enjoying and learning more about nature. Bring the family for fun and learning at this free event at Park-Along-the-River, Saturday September 28.
NEMiss.News Juneteenth 2024 Celebration

The second annual Union County Juneteenth Celebration will be June 8

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The second annual Union County Juneteenth Celebration will be on Saturday June 8th, with kickoff activities, including fireworks, the prior evening.
NEMiss.News Suzuki Ass'n musicians visit musuem.

Santa and Suzuki musicians to bring Christmas cheer to the Museum

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Museum to host Santa and Mrs. Clause, Suzuki musicians Saturday December 9th
NEMiss.News Santa and friend

Coming events at the Museum bring the spirit Christmas

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Christmas events at the museum bring Santa & Mrs. Claus, Pancakes, family fun and learning.
NEMiss.News Wash Days of the past

Heritage Days celebrated at the museum

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The annual Heritage Days event brought history to life at the Museum.
Nemiss.News Basketmaking at the museum

Museum to present living history during its annual Heritage Days

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Heritage Pioneer & Folklife Days will be at October 19-21.