Tag Archive for: New Albany MS

Dr. Shane Scott: “COVID is not going away.” What you should know.
Featured News, General News
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…

Tupelo man says home overrun by homeless, asks its removal from demolition list
Featured News, Government & PoliticsTupelo, 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,…

2019 Christmas at the Museum, December 14
HappeningsMingle 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…

Some work complete on industrial park enhancements
EconomyWork 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…

Body of missing man Scott McQuary found Tuesday morning
Featured News, General NewsMembers 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…

Doggie Dining: Coming to a restaurant near you?
LeisureJACKSON, 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…

Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!
Opinion“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
HappeningsThe 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
LeisureNEW 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
Schools
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…

Notes from Capitol 1/5/202-1/9/20201: Mandatory School Testing
Government & Politics
On January 5, 2021, the 133rd Mississippi State Legislature began the second session in its four-year term.
There were a few items taken up and passed on the House floor. House Bill 1, the first item introduced, provides that…

FBI: Dangerous days ahead in DC, state capitals – National & International News – THU 14Jan2021
National & International NewsFBI: Dangerous days ahead in DC. More GOP turning on Trump ahead of Senate Trial. World's oldest animal painting dated to 45,500 years old.

City school funds typically low this time of year but should see boost next month
Schools
The January meeting of the New Albany School Board of Trustees by way of Zoom was typically low-key for this time of year, although they did handle a few personnel matters and learn about some funding.
Director of Accounting Services…

Overnight Third Street house fire called a loss
General NewsNew Albany firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire at 603 Third Street just before 2 a.m. Wednesday to find a heavily involved fire upon arrival.
Crews arrived and attacked the fire and brought it under control.
Fire Chief Mark…

Dems, some GOP move towards impeachment – National & International News – WED 13Jan2021
National & International NewsDems, some GOP move towards impeachment. Ex-Michigan governor charged over Flint water crisis. Turkish sex cult leader sentenced to 1000 years in prison.

Conlee officially qualifies to seek re-election as Alderman at Large for the City of New Albany
Government & Politics
By Keith Conlee
I have appreciated the opportunity and responsibility New Albany citizens gave to me four years ago to serve our great city. My first term has provided the experience to perform the duties required of the office…

Armed robbery attempt reported at Walmart
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NEMiss.News has learned that there has been an armed robbery , or attempted armed robbery, inside the Walmart in New Albany, at approximately 10:15 this morning. The robber was said to be armed with a hand gun.
The suspect is a…

Capitol police, Congresswoman under fire for aiding mob during riot – National & International News – TUE 12Jan2021
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NATIONAL NEWS
Capitol police, lawmakers under fire for aiding mob
Questions are being raised as to what extent certain Capitol insiders may have aided and abetted the mob who stormed the Capitol last Wednesday. While investigations…

Sheriff needs facts, not Facebook gossip; “social media” hindering search for Jessica Stacks
Featured News, General News
As the search for missing Jessica Stacks goes into its 12th day, the work of law enforcement officers is increasingly frustrated by activity on so-called “social media.”
Tens of thousands of northeast Mississippians have followed…

New info reveals darker purpose in Capitol riot – National & International News – MON 11Jan2021
National & International News
Emerging info on Capitol riot paints darker picture. Pelosi gives Pence 24 hours to invoke 25th Amendment. Aid groups: US terrorism designation for Houthis devastating for Yemen. That and more below...
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Emerging info…

Tom Miles & Sam Creekmore bill on mandated testing
Government & Politics
Subject: Bills filed to address State testing for this school year
From: Representative Tom Miles and Representative Sam Creekmore
On January 7th, Representative Sam Creekmore and Representative Tom Miles filed bills in…

Baptist Union County Begins Next Phase of COVID-19 Vaccines
Featured News, Health & Wellness
WHAT: Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to health care professionals and adults 75 years of age and older in the community.
Appointments are required and limited, and can be scheduled…