Archived, searchable posts of Northeast Mississippi area news stories covering a variety of topics of  importance and/or interest to the local community.

New Albany, MS Gobble gobble, Patterson home open at Thanksgiving

Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!

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Guest 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.
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…

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…

New Albany Chistmas Parade is officially rescheduled due to weather.

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Organizers announce that New Albany Chistmas Parade is officially rescheduled due to weather, as of 5:30 pm November 29,2025
NEMiss.News New Albany MS Christmas Parade, 2021

Parade organizers hope for the same favorable weather other Christmas events have had this year, but make some last minute Parade changes

Organizers plan to go ahead with the Monday December 1 Christmas Parade, but have made some major last minute changes to parade logistics.

NAPD Offers Cash Reward for Information in Drive-by Shooting of November 11

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New Albany Police Department Chief of Police announces a cash reward for information leading to an arrest in the November drive-by shooting.
NEMiss.News Blurry police lights

NAPD seeks citizen assistance on drive-by shooting

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New Albany Police Chief Robertson asks for citizen information on the recent Broad Street drive-by shooting.
NEMiss.news Drovr bu shooting in Northside

An early morning drive-by shooting in Northside is under investigation.

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New Albany Police Department is investigating a drive by shooting in the Northside District.
NEMiss.News Ingomar mound #14 2016

Ingomar Mound Archaeology Expo set Oct. 11, brings archaeologists and more

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The annual Ingomar Mounds Archaeology Exposition will bring Native American food, artifact identification, weapons demonstration and more. This family event is free and open to the public, October 11, 2025.

20th year commemoration and rededication of the Faulkner Literary Garden

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Guests enjoyed a presentation from author Felder Rushing in honor of the 20th anniversary and rededication of the Faulkner Literary Garden. Sherra Owen was honored for her years of dedication to the garden and to the community.

Felder Rushing and the William Faulkner Literary Garden Anniversary

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Felder Rushing will be the guest speaker as the Union County Heritage Museum celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its William Faulkner Literary Garden. The event is free and open to the public.
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.
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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!

Warnings are issued for long periods of extreme heat: Are we ready?

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With widespread predictions of coming extreme heat conditions, it is important to make sure we understand the dangers and have plans to deal with the issue.

Union County 3rd Annual Juneteenth rescheduled to Thursday June 19

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Union County’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration has been rescheduled for Thursday June 19th after original plans were cancelled due to weather. All are invited to attend.
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