Tag Archive for: congress

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…

Without evidence, Trump blames DEI for deadly DC crash – National & International News – THU 30Jan2025

While last night's tragedy in DC was preventable, a combination of troubling factors may have made it inevitable. None of them have to do with DEI.

Trump threatens new Russia sanctions if no peace deal soon – National & International News – WED 22Jan2025

DOJ orders prosecution of officials resisting Trump immigration agenda. Trump may adjourn Congress for recess appointments. Trump threatens new sanctions on Russia if no peace deal soon.

Johnson faces tight Speaker re-election vote tomorrow – National & International News – THU 2Jan2025

Johnson faces tight vote for reelection as speaker. More details on New Orleans attacker; Feds now say he acted alone. Concerns in Syria over new Islamist school curriculum.

Republicans secure House, finalizing Congressional sweep – National & International News – WED 13Nov2024

Republicans secure House, finalizing Congressional sweep. Weeks after devastating floods, torrential rain returns to Spain. Brazil: Explosions kill one at site of 2023 post-election riots.

Control of House still up for grabs, and other post-election news – National & International News – WED 6Nov2025

Control of House still up for grabs after election. Abortion rights measures pass in Missouri and Arizona, overturning restrictive bans. What happens to Trump's criminal cases?

Israel’s Netanyahu makes divisive appearance in Congress – National & International News – WED 24Jul2024

Netanyahu makes divisive appearance in Congress while Harris seeks to distance herself from Biden's unlimited military support for Israel.

DOJ: 3 Mississippi prisons controlled by gangs – National & International News – THU 29Feb2024

DOJ: 3 Mississippi prisons controlled by gangs. Congress moves to extend funding deadline again to avert shutdown. Gaza: Over 100 killed after Israeli soldiers fire on civilians waiting for aid.

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader after 17 years – National & International News – WED 28Feb2024

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader after 17 years. Over 100,000 "Uncommitted" Gaza protest votes in Michigan primary.

Poll: 86% of Americans say Biden too old for another term – National & International News – MON 12Feb2024

Poll: 86% of Americans say Biden too old for another term. Senate leaders Schumer, McConnell have both hinted at sending US troops if Ukraine, Israel aren't funded.

Moon mission malfunctions after Navajo object to lunar burials – National & International News – MON 8Jan2024

Moon mission malfunctions after Navajo object to lunar burials. Congress agrees spending deal in hope of averting shutdown. Def. Sec. Austin hospitalization snafu.

Ukraine strikes Russian warship in Crimea – National & International News – TUE 26Dec2023

Last night, Ukraine blew up a Russian ship in Crimea. Will this move any Ukraine skeptics in Congress?

Congress passes $886 billion for Pentagon, increases military aid to Israel – National & International News – THU 14Dec2023

2024 defense spending bill massively increases military and diplomatic aid to Israel, despite the growing threats to US security and economic interests abroad.