Tag Archive for: Education

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…

FBI, White House warn of Russian cyber attacks on US companies – National & International News – WED 23Mar2022

FBI warns US firms of Russian cyber attacks. Ex-Education Secretary: Biden should forgive all student debt. Biden admin: Yes to Ukrainian refugees; No to others.

Western leaders scramble to respond as Russia invades Ukraine – National & International News – TUE 22FEB2022

Ahmaud Arbery's killers found guilty of hate crimes. Poll of teachers says more than half are planning to quit. Western leaders scramble to respond as Russia invades Ukraine.

NC fertilizer plant still burns, could cause ‘one of the worst explosions in U.S. history’ – National & International News – THU 3Feb2022

NC fertilizer plant still burning, could explode. Teacher shortage may persist long after pandemic. Canada: Truckers protesting vaccine rule wreak havoc.

Starting in 2024, SAT college entrance exams are going digital – National & International News – TUE 25Jan2022

Starting in 2024, SAT college entrance exams are going digital. Supreme Court to hear challenge to college affirmative action. Burkina Faso: Military announces junta has seized control.

New Mexico sends National Guard into classrooms amid teacher shortage – National & International News – THU 20Jan2022

New Mexico asks Guard troops to serve as substitute teachers. CIA: Havana Syndrome not result of enemy action. North Korea to ramp up nuclear, missile programs.

December price hikes worst in 40 years – National & International News – WED 12Jan2022

December inflation up 7% from last year, worst in 40 years. Biden promises more tests to keep schools open. Beijing tightens grip on Hong Kong.

Kellogg’s to replace 1400 striking workers after new contract is rejected – National & International News – WED 8Dec2021

Kellogg's to replace 1400 striking workers after new contract is rejected. Supreme Court weighs state funding of religious schools. German Chancellor Merkel leaves office after 16 years.

Democrats scramble to finalize Build Back Better deal – National & International News – FRI 22Oct2021

Democrats scramble to finalize Build Back Better deal. Why is it so hard to get into nursing school? Biden: U.S. will defend Taiwan against China.
NEMiss.News NAFD at Hillcrest Preschool

New Albany Fire Department visits Hillcrest Preschool to teach fire safety

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      Thursday was the day for New Albany Fire Department to visit Hillcrest Preschool.   New Albany Fire Crew members from C shift visited the preschoolers and spoke to each one of them while…

Plan could enhance city’s already-unique river park system as river trail destination

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Clark will take the suggestions from meetings here to prepare the final plan, report and a list of possible funding sources.

Ruling on Mississippi abortion law may fuel Supreme Court expansion fight – National & International News – MON 24May2021

Dems: abortion blow would fuel Supreme Court expansion. Many students opt out of standardized tests. Belarus hijacks plane to arrest dissident journalist.

Opening arguments in Floyd trial today – National & International News – MON 29Mar2021

Opening arguments in Floyd trial. More students failing nationwide. Ship refloated; Suez reopens. 185 Galapagos turtle babies found in suitcase.