
Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!
Featured News, OpinionGuest Author Steve Patterson wrote this special Thanksgiving Day post in 2019. We hope our readers will enjoy reading Steve's Thanksgiving thoughts as they give thought to their own blessings.

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…

Tupelo man says home overrun by homeless, asks its removal from demolition list
Featured News, Government & PoliticsTupelo, 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,…

2019 Christmas at the Museum, December 14
HappeningsMingle 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…

Some work complete on industrial park enhancements
EconomyWork 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…

Body of missing man Scott McQuary found Tuesday morning
Featured News, General NewsMembers 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…

Doggie Dining: Coming to a restaurant near you?
LeisureJACKSON, 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…

Career & Technology Day, May 13, to include job fair
HappeningsThe 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…

New Albany in running for music series grant-here’s how to vote
LeisureNEW 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…

NAMS Howlin’ on the RIver Color Run set for October 31
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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…

Celebration of the Hallelujah Trail of Union County will honor century-old churches, at Magnolia Civic Center March 7.
Featured News, HistoryRust College A’Cappella Choir will perform March 7 at Magnolia Civic Center, in a Celebration of the Hallelujah Trail of Union County. Union County churches formed 100 or more years ago will be the focus of the event, which is free and open to the public.

Tuesday February 24 is Special Election Day for New Albany’s Third Ward
Featured News, General NewsHeads up, New Albany Ward Three voters! Tomorrow is the Special Election to chose who will complete the 3+ remaining years of former Alderman Kevin Dale White's four year term. Grab your ID and go vote.

Supervisors approve purchase of debris-clearing equipment (2-17-2026)
Featured News, Government & PoliticsSupervisors approved emergency purchase of debris-clearing equipment and addressed other county business in a quick meeting.

SCOTUS strikes down most of Trump’s tariffs; Trump vows new “global tariff” – National & International News
Featured News, National & International NewsSupreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs; Trump vows new "global tariff". Companies likely to sue for billions of dollars in refunds.

Andrew arrested in Epstein probe, first UK royal arrested in centuries – National & International News – THU 19Feb2026
Featured News, National & International NewsBritain's former Prince Andrew arrested in Epstein probe, first UK royal arrested since 1649.

UMMC suspends some services after cyberattack
Featured News, General NewsThe University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson has reported a cyber attack on February 19. Their statewide clinics are being closed.

Nancy Guthrie investigators turn to genetic genealogy for glove DNA sample – National & International News – WED 18Feb2026
Featured News, National & International NewsNancy Guthrie investigators turn to genetic genealogy for glove DNA sample.

US preparing weeks-long military operation against Iran, sources say – National & International News – TUE 17Feb2026
Featured News, National & International NewsUS preparing weeks-long military operation against Iran, sources say. What are the aims of the campaign and what are the risks and the prospects of success?

Etta Hills Farm’s regenerative Ag mission to be discussed at Feb. 19 Museum Moments
Culture, Featured NewsEtta Hills Farm's Founder Dr. Allen Williams, Ph.D, will discuss the farm's mission of serving as a beacon of regenerative farming in North Mississippi at the February Museum Moments presentation. A free lunch will be provided, and the event is open to the public.

Ezekiel H. of New Albany Boys & Girls Club named 2026 North Mississippi YOUTH OF THE YEAR
Featured News, General NewsCongratulations to Ezekiel H. of the New Albany Boys & Girls Club for being named 2026 Youth of the Year for North Mississippi Boys & Girls Clubs.

Trump sends 2nd aircraft carrier to Middle East, escalating Iran tensions – National & International News – FRI 13Feb2026
Featured News, National & International NewsTrump sends 2nd aircraft carrier to Middle East, escalating Iran tensions.

Aldermen hear updates on ice storm damages, recovery, clean-up issues (February 3, 2026)
Featured News, Government & PoliticsThe board heard updates and shared information with the public regarding clean-up and recovery after the recent ice storm.

