Tag Archive for: Northeast Mississippi news
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…
Main Street’s popular Holiday Open House will kick off the holiday events in New Albany
OrganizationsNew Albany Main Street Association and its Community Partners will kick off holiday events with the annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, November 13, 2022.
Judge Kelly Luther says overseeing drug court is the best part of his job
Featured News, General NewsJudge Kelly Luther is seeking a third term as judge in the Third Circuit Court District. He has served the Third Circuit Court District as a prosecutor or judge for nearly 32 years.
Biden accuses oil companies of “war profiteering”, threatens windfall tax – National & International News – TUE 1Nov2022
National & International NewsBiden threatens windfall tax on price-gouging oil firms. FCC official wants TikTok banned in US. Israel holds fifth election since 2019. Brazil: Bolsonaro doesn't concede defeat; supporters set up blockades.
In plain sight: Police arrest suspect in 2017 murders of two Indiana girls – National & International News – MON 31Oct2022
National & International NewsIndiana police arrest suspect in 2017 murders of two girls. Supreme Court may strike down race-based university admissions. Brazil votes for leftist Lula as President, ousting Bolsonaro.
Nancy Pelosi’s home invaded, husband brutally attacked. Intruder called “Where’s Nancy?” – National & International News – FRI 28Oct2022
National & International NewsNancy Pelosi's home invaded, husband attacked. Intruder called "Where's Nancy?". Miami: Residents near collapsed condo told to evacuate unsafe high-rise. Haitians resist international intervention, but have few other options.
Halloween gets an early start in New Albany
Featured News, HappeningsOver 1000 toured the New Albany Main Street's Trick or Treat Trail in Downtown New Albany and dozens more attended the opening of Articulating Yoknapatawpha at the Union County Heritage Museum.
Why slavery is on the ballot in five states – National & International News – THU 27Oct2022
National & International NewsWhy slavery is on the ballot in five states. STL school shooter used rifle previously confiscated by police. UN: World's efforts to avert climate catastrophe "highly inadequate".
Baptist Union County selects quarterly Service First Champion: Keighly Nanney, RN
Featured News, PeopleCongratulations to Keighly Nanney, RN, who was recently named Baptist Union County Hospital's Service First Champion for the quarter.
One year later, search continues for missing OK mom and son – National & International News – WED 26Oct2022
National & International NewsOne year later, search continues for missing Oklahoma mom and son. Former Trump Chief-of-Staff ordered to testify in Georgia election interference probe. US sanctions Iran over hijab protest crackdowns.
US students’ math, reading scores backslid during pandemic – National & International News – TUE 25Oct2022
National & International NewsStudents' math, reading skills backslid during pandemic. STL school shooter had AR-15, 600 rounds of ammo. Secret Russian work at Ukraine nuke plant may shed light on "dirty bomb" threat.
St. Louis: School shooting leaves three dead, including gunman – National & International News – MON 24Oct2022
National & International NewsSt. Louis: School shooting leaves 3 dead, including gunman. Court temporarily blocks Biden's student debt relief after GOP challenge. Rishi Sunak named new British PM.
Welfare embezzlement case: Nancy New, other defendants try to stall state suit to recoup funds
Featured News, Government & PoliticsDefendants in the MDHS civil case to recoup embezzled welfare funds are attempting to halt the civil case until the criminal probe is complete. MDHS says Nancy New and other defendants are attempting to delay liability for their actions.