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…
Union Co. Republican women participate in Red Coat Day
Community, Organizations
On March 9, 2016, Union County Republican Women participated in Red Coat Day, an annual legislative event in Jackson, with a breakfast at the Rotunda, a reception with Delbert Hoseman, Secretary of State, then a luncheon at the Old Capitol…
John David Pennebaker, a man of accomplishment and integrity
PeopleRarely does a person serve a long time in a variety of public offices without a blemish on his record. Even a public official of sterling character is likely to suffer false accusations from people who imagine they have been offended.
One…
TVA program engages students in water monitoring challenge
Community, SchoolsVicki Valentine with Tennessee Valley Authority was a guest speaker in the 5th grade science classes at New Albany Elementary School February 23-25.
Students participated in the World Water Monitoring Challenge. The classes tested water…
Mississippi’s New Stage Theatre performs at New Albany schools
HappeningsOn February 18 & 19, New Stage Theatre presented in-school performances of Androcles and the Lion and Mississippi Talking: Scenes from Mississippi Writers at New Albany Elementary School and New Albany High School, as part of the New Stage…
Republican women to hear speaker on GOP organization in MS
Community, OrganizationsBeth Hamilton representing the Mississippi GOP will speak on precinct organization and the structure of the GOP in Mississippi. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. on March 28 at The Basement located in the Trailhead Plaza, 100 E. Bankhead in New…
Mercy and Justice in Mississippi’s Justice Courts
General News
An item about delinquent fines on the county board's Monday agenda proved once again that Mississippi is the State of Irony. And it reminded me of a classic example of irony that could only have happened in Mississippi.
Near the dead center…
Northeast Tigers Win Region 23 Championship
SportsTIGERS WIN REGION 23 CHAMPIONSHIP WITH UNBELIEVABLE FINISH
The Northeast Mississippi Community College men's basketball program is adding a new trophy to the already full display case within the brand new Earline "Woodsie" Woods Hospitality…
NAES Bullpup Pride Award winners, February 22nd
Community, SchoolsThe following students at New Albany Elementary School received the Bullpup Pride Recognition Award because of their positive behavior during the weeks of February 22. Pictured in no particular order are:
K – 2nd Grade
Kameron…
Concerned citizens push for a Union County humane society
OrganizationsThis article marks the beginning of a new weekly Pet of the Week feature. New Albany and Union County homes will have a chance to adopt an animal that needs a forever home. Union County Humane Society, a grass roots movement, is taking steps…
Rates on the Rise: Strategies for Fixed Income Investors
OpinionA long period of low yields has been challenging for many fixed-income investors, but owning bond investments in a rising interest-rate environment could become even trickier. When interest rates go up, the prices of existing bonds typically…
We need a U.S. Congressman who will accumulate some serious seniority
OpinionMississippians will vote Tuesday in primary elections to nominate candidates for President of the United States and for four Mississippi seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Expectations for voter turnout in Mississippi vary greatly.…
Booneville’s Northeast Clinches National Tournament Berth
SportsThe Northeast Mississippi Community College men’s basketball team is returning to its home-away-from-home after a 15-year hiatus.
The Tigers qualified for the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I National Tournament…