Archived, searchable stories, not of an emergency nature, but deemed to be  broadly important or interesting stories to the community as a whole. This designation may be attached to any individual story in any category. It may include news, events, personalities, etc.

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.…

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…

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…

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 Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union Countyl 2019 Leapfrog award

Baptist Union County hosts annual Baby Fair

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The annual free baby fair, hosted for the community by Baptist Hospital-Union County, will be held out doors on Saturday May, 1.

County still waiting to see how $5.5 million in COVID funds could be used

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New Albany will get a little less than $2 million and is also waiting to learn about permitted uses.

Museum event produces wealth of Union County sports memories

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Anyone who knows of a person who should be included in the display is asked to obtain a nomination form from the museum.
Dr. Justin Lohmeier NEMiss.News

Local doctor uses skills overseas

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Since realizing that his medical skills could help many others, Dr. Justin Lohmeier has made over 20 trips overseas, where he both attends patients and trains other doctors.

Magnolia Soap and Bath burglary suspect quickly arrested, has similar crime history

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The suspect was charged with a similar break-in at the tennis complex pro shop where she exhibited erratic behavior, changed and took clothes and other items after staying in the shop several hours.

Community to have Shakespeare on the Tallahatchie

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Auditions will be Tuesday, March 25, and there is no age limit. Links to set up appointments are included in the story.

Museum to host roundtable discussion of Union County sports history Thursday

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The museum is in the process of collecting stories about people and events for The Sporting Life Exhibit.

Police still looking for information on possible hit and run, missing fugitives

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One fugitive was involved in a shooting at Shady Dell Park while the other has been accused of three different felonies this year alone.

Law officers, first responders learn how to recognize and respond to those with autism

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The instructor is the father of an autistic son and has taught autism response to more than 8,000 officers and other personnel.
Flooding at BNSF tracks NEMiss.News

Thunderstorms producing flash flooding on area roadways

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Union County Emergency Management warns motorists to be aware of local flooding caused by this evening's thunderstorms.

New Albany aldermen mark autism month and honor Boys and Girls Club winner

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Aldermen are scheduled to open bids on the various options to renovate the former Fred's building into a municipal complex May 4.

All New Albany incumbents win their primaries but some still face opponents in June

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No runoffs will be needed in the political party contests that drew about 33 percent of the voters.