Archived beginning in 2021, this is a fast, convenient summary of the current day’s state, national and worldwide news items we believe our readers will find of interest. This service is posted Monday – Friday.

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…

Justice Thomas received more lavish trips from more billionaires than previously known – National & International News – FRI 11Aug2023

Justice Thomas received more lavish trips from more billionaires than previously known. AG elevates Hunter Biden prosecutor to special counsel. Biden wants over $20 billion more for Ukraine.

At least 36 dead in Hawaii wildfires; death toll likely to rise – National & International News- THU 10Aug2023

At least 36 dead in Hawaii wildfires; death toll likely to rise. MS Supreme Court blocks Favre's attempt to dodge welfare fraud suit. 5 US citizens to be released after years in Iran prison. US bans American investment in some China tech sectors.

Ohio voters reject GOP proposal to make it harder to protect abortion rights – National & International News – WED 9Aug2023

Ohio voters reject GOP proposal to make it harder to protect abortion rights. New details on how Virginia boy, 6, obtained gun to shoot teacher. Niger: Prospects dim for peaceful resolution after coup.

US deploys thousands of troops to Persian Gulf to deter Iran ship seizures – National & International News – TUE 8Aug2023

US deploys thousands of troops to Persian Gulf to deter Iran. Supreme Court reinstates Biden ghost gun restrictions. Sudan: Months of fighting has displaced 4 million people.

Conservatives sue to block debt forgiveness for student borrowers in decade-old program – National & International News – MON 7Aug2023

Conservatives sue to stop debt forgiveness for student borrowers.  Advocates, asylum seekers sue Customs and Border Protection over buggy app.  West Africa on brink of regional war after Niger coup. 

Feds charge 6 Rankin County, MS, deputies in torture of two Black men – National & International News – THU 3Aug2023

Six Rankin County, MS, deputies federally charged in torture of two Black men. Six months after OH trail derailment, no action from Congress. Threats of war in Africa after Niger coup.

Vietnam and post-9/11 war vets: Apply by August 9 to receive your full backdated PACT Act benefits – National & International News – WED 2Aug2023

Vietnam and post-9/11 war vets: Apply by August 9 to receive backdated PACT Act benefits. Why are you paying so much more for gas lately?
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Third indictment for Trump; charged in conspiracy to overturn 2020 election – National & International News – TUE 1Aug2023

Trump indicted over attempts to overturn 2020 election.  Settlement for family of Black woman whose stolen cells led to medical breakthroughs.  Kenya wants to lead force in Haiti after US woman, child kidnapped. 

99-year-old trucking company shuts down, putting 30,000 out of work – National & International News – MON 31Jul2023

Yellow trucking company shuts down, puts 30,000 out of work. Voting rights groups say Alabama GOP flouting SCOTUS election map order.

Federal judge strikes down Mississippi law that limited who can help mail-in voters – National & International News – FRI 28Jul2023

Court blocks Mississippi law limiting who can help mail-in voters. Alabama woman charged in kidnapping hoax. Russian mercenary leader Prigozhin surfaces after Niger Coup - or does he?

DOJ investigating Memphis Police discrimination and brutality months after Tyre Nichols’ death – National & International News – THU 27Jul2023

DOJ investigating Memphis Police brutality months after Tyre Nichols' death. New charges for Trump in classified documents case; Jan. 6 indictment looms.

House hearing investigates UFO “whistleblower” claims – National & International News – WED 26Jul2023

House hearing investigates UFO whistleblower claims. Mitch McConnell freezes during press conference before escorted away from podium.