Tag Archive for: MS politics

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.…
NEMiss.News former Gov. Phil Bryant under investigation

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…
NEMiss.News former Gov. Phil Bryant under investigation

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…
NEMiss.News former Gov. Phil Bryant under investigation

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…
NEmiss.News House passes Medicaid expansion bill

Mississippi House passes Medicaid expansion bill; Senate drafting their own version

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The Mississippi House has passed a Medicaid expansion bill. The Senate is currently drafting its own version.
NEMiss.News I voted

Results of 2023 Republican Primary Runoff Election.

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Results of Republican Primary runoff election for Union County races.

Jimmy Edwards wants your vote in the run-off election-here’s why

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Jimmy Edwards lists reasons to vote for him for Union County Sheriff in upcoming runoff election.
Old jail and Union Co. Courthouse NEMiss.News

2023 Primary results in three Republican runoffs, uncontested races continue to rise

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There will be three Republican runoff races on August 29.
NEMiss.News CJ Bright

C. J. Bright seeks reelection as Union County District 3 Supervisor

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CJ Bright bids for reelection as Union County District 3 Supervisor.
NEMiss.News Brandon Presley and Tate Reeves

Races for major statewide offices appear set

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The qualification deadline for state elections has passed, and most top races seem set. But folks who watch Mississippi elections know that there can still be surprises in store.
NEMiss.News Union Co. Circuit Clerk Phyllis Stanford

First day of candidates qualifying brings surprise in Union County

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Union County Circuit Clerk Phyllis Stanford announced on January 3, 2023, that she will not seek reelection. Stanford will retire at the end of her term in 2023.
NEMiss.News Greek Philosopher Diogenes

2023 election battles start today

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The 2023 election battle begins today, January 3, 2023, with a February 1 deadline to file for any elective office in Mississippi. Most constitutional offices in the state, from governor to constable, are up for election during 2023.
NEMiss.News Central State Hospital, Milledgeville GA

Why must law enforcement deal with the mentally ill in Mississippi?

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MS Rep. Sam Creekmore IV is investigating the burden borne by MS law officers who are dealing with increasing numbers of mental patients. A federal judge has required the state of MS to improve its community-based mental health services.
NEMiss.News Vote: a blow of faith in democracy

Strike a blow of faith in American democracy. Go Vote!

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It is more important than ever that you make the effort to vote today. It is a vote of faith in American democracy.
NEMiss.News former Gov. Phil Bryant under investigation

FINALLY: Bryant subpoenaed regarding his role in embezzling federal money intended for Mississippi’s poorest people

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Former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has been subpoenaed in the massive embezzlement of funds from the state's welfare department. Mississippi's largest ever embezzlement took place while Bryant was governor and Tate Reeves was lieutenant governor.