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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 Mississippi pirates

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 Mississippi pirates

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 Mississippi pirates

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 Board of Supervisors 8-4-2025

County Board hears zoning matter, tax appeal, other routine business 8-4-2025

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Alternative home construction possibilities, a tax assessment appeal and a good bit of other business were dealt with at the Union Co. Board of Supervisors meeting on August 4, 2025.

Aldermen hear appeal for sober-living home on Highland St. and approve making Booker St. one-way – Aug. 5, 2025

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New Albany Board of Aldermen heard a proposal for a flag display near I-22, an appeal from Terry Young for a sober-living home on Highland St., and a request for more funds for the Union County fair grounds for needed improvements. Board approved making Booker St. one-way after fatal accident.
NEMiss.News Baptist Service First Champions

Baptist Union County Names Service First Champion

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Congratulations to Rachel Hayes and Emily Hutchins, recently named Service First Champions at Baptist Hospital Union County.
NEMiss.News Baptist 2025 Back to School Fair

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County’s 2025 Back-to-School Health Fair draws large crowd

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Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County's annual Back-to-School Health Fair brings out hundreds of people to set families up for health and success in the new school year.
NEMiss.News Mike Walker addresses Board of Supervisors

Supervisors hear request to vet the legal enrollment of Union County Schools’ students, July 7, 2025

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Mike Walker asked the Board of Supervisors to consider improving the process of vetting of students to screen out illegal enrollments.
NEMiss.News Tablescapes Luncheon 2024

Christmas in July Tablescapes Luncheon will support The Christmas Store

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First Methodist Church's Second Annual Christmas in July Tablescapes Luncheon will support the Christmas Store. The Christmas store has helped Union County families provide gifts to their children for 25 years.

Seniors treated to a rocking good time at annual Senior Day in New Albany MS

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Our community's seniors were treated to great food, fellowship and entertainment at Senior Citizens Day. Plus, safety tips and info on free safety programs from the Sheriff's Department and New Albany Fire Department.

Aldermen swear in new Mayor, continue controversial zoning decision to August, & more

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Aldermen swear in new Mayor, continue controversial zoning decision to August, & more.

Zoning board addresses variance request for group care home on Highland St.

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Property developer Terry Young requested a variance to create a group care home for women recovering from addiction on Highland St. The board rejected the request based on code requirements. Young will appeal to the Board of Aldermen on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Baptist Union County Back to School Health Fair July 19

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Baptist Union County will host his annual back to school health fair for children 12 or younger. The July 19 event is free and open to the public.
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The 3rd Annual Juneteenth celebration prevailed over Mother Nature

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It took a lot of hustle and effort to pull off the 3rd Annual Union Co. Juneteenth Celebration after dangerous weather blew in. Congratulations to the Union Co. Juneteenth Committee & its community supporters!
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Reserve your seat at Annual Historical Society luncheon meeting by June 24

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The 34th Annual Meeting and luncheon of the Union County Historical Society will be Friday, June 27th. Reserve your seat by 6-24-25, it is free to Society members and Community Partners.