Tag Archive for: Mississippi

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…

Aldermen set public hearing for zoning change (11-4-2025)

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Aldermen set public hearing for zoning change at 302 Moss Hill Dr. on Dec. 2, 2025.

Board of Supervisors meeting (Nov. 3 2025)

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The Board of Supervisors addressed county business in a brief meeting. Reminder: Public hearing at the Nov. 17 Supervisors' meeting on the proposal for the county's new mobile home, tiny home, and camper policy. Read the draft policy here.

Trump admin to pay about half of monthly SNAP benefits after court order – National & International News – MON 3Nov2025

Trump admin to pay about half of monthly SNAP benefits after court order - warns of significant delays in some states.

DOJ charges two Mississippi sheriffs and 12 officers in alleged bribery and drug trafficking scheme – National & International News – FRI 31Oct2025

After FBI sting, DOJ charges two Mississippi sheriffs and 12 officers in bribery and drug trafficking scheme.

Judge indicates she’ll order USDA to partially fund SNAP – National & International News – THU 30Oct2025

Judge indicates she'll order USDA to fund lapsing food programs. Sudan: Rebel force backed by US ally massacres civilians in Darfur.

Republicans vote down bill to fund food programs amid shutdown – National & International News – WED 29Oct2025

Republicans vote down bill to fund food programs amid shutdown. Mississippi lawmakers urge Gov. Tate to take action to fund benefits.

Ingomar Mounds Archaeology Expo (Oct. 11, 2025)

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Visitors enjoyed displays of ancient Native American artifacts and practical demonstrations of Native crafts and practices at the Ingomar Mounds. Don't miss the Piominko Day celebrations in Tupelo on Monday, October 13!

Police investigating death of Black student found hanged at a Mississippi university – National & International News – WED 17Sep2025

Family, campus community seek answers after Black student found hanged on tree at the Delta State University campus in Cleveland, MS.

Ex-gymnastics coach arrested on child porn offenses allegedly committed at Mississippi gym – National & International News – TUE 19Aug2025

The FBI has arrested a former elite gymnastics coach on charges of child pornography, including secret recordings allegedly from Mississippi gym. FBI still seeking to identify potential victims.

Mississippi executes its longest serving death row inmate for 1976 murder – National & International News – WED 25Jun2025

Mississippi executes its longest serving death row inmate for 1976 murder. ICE has arrested only 6% of known immigrant murderers, 11% of known sex criminals.

Republican Senators walk Medicaid tightrope in budget negotiations – National & International News – MON 2Jun2025

Republican Senators walk Medicaid tightrope in budget negotiations. Attempted murder, hate crimes charges for man accused of Molotov attack on Israel hostage rally.

Trump denies aid for Arkansas after deadly March tornadoes. What about Mississippi? – National & International News – THU 24Apr2025

Trump denies federal aid for Arkansas after deadly March tornadoes- What about Mississippi? India, Pakistan inch closer to military confrontation after Kashmir attack.