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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…
concrete pad

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…
missing man mcquary

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 John Smith, Jr., JSJ Trucking

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 John Smith, Jr., JSJ Trucking

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 John Smith, Jr., JSJ Trucking

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…

Savannah police, FBI search for toddler, missing 5 days – National & International News – MON 10Oct2022

Savannah police, FBI search for toddler, missing 5 days. Pentagon struggles to address rising suicide rates. Russia strikes Kyiv in retaliation for Crimea bridge explosion.
NEMiss.News Auto wrecks, burns on Hwy 30

Fiery single car wreck sends one to hospital Friday afternoon

A single motor vehicle wreck on Highway 30 resulted in a fire that destroyed the auto and sent one person to the Baptist Hospital in Oxford. Two fire departments responded to the accident report.
NEMiss.News City Board crowd, October 4 ,2022

Those alarmed that parking might be stopped in the middle of Bankhead overflowed the city board meeting room

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Worries that proposed improvements to the downtown shopping district will eliminate New Albany's mid-street parking produced a rare overflow crowd at the October 4 City Board meeting. Downtown businesses fear loss of the 15 or so parking spaces in the middle of Highway 178.

Report: DOJ believes Trump may still be holding onto government documents – National & International News – FRI 7Oct2022

Report: DOJ believes Trump may still be holding onto government documents. Alabama prisoners strike over inhumane conditions. Iran protests: Family say 2nd girl murdered by police.

Biden pardons all previous federal marijuana possession convictions, to review scheduling – National & International News – THU 6Oct2022

Biden pardons all prior federal marijuana possession convictions, also to review scheduling. 4 kidnapped family members found dead in CA; suspect in custody. Dems propose bill to withdraw all US military aid from Saudi Arabia after OPEC cuts.
NEMiss.News NAFD searching for smoke source

NAFD responds to reports of smoke, but no fire found

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New Albany Fire Department responded to a report of smoke, but could not find any fire in the historic North Side neighborhood. Citizens are reminded that recent very dry weather adds to the likelihood of fire.

Hurricane Ian: Florida sheriff grandstands while his deputies threaten to arrest volunteers for trying to help – National & International News – WED 5Oct2022

Grandstanding sheriff threatens to arrest volunteers trying to help Ian victims. Mar-a-Lago case: 11th Circuit fast tracks DOJ special master appeal. OPEC+ cuts oil production, may lead to higher gas prices.
NEMiss.News Union County Courthouse at sunset

Union County board votes to repair air conditioner, contract for labor to pave road

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Required maintenance on the historic Union County's Courthouse was a major topic at the supervisors' October 3, 2022, meeting. Repairs on 113-year-old air conditioning systems do not come cheap.
NEMiss.News West Union One Stop

Coordinated crew brought off a quick change heist Friday night in west Union County

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The Union County Sheriff's Offices is seeking public assistance in solving a 'quick change heist' in West Union. Check post for information on four individuals being sought.

Ian death toll nears 100 as officials face criticism over response – National & International News – MON 3Oct2022

Ian death toll nears 100; FL officials criticized over response. TX: Trial begins for man charged with killing 22 elderly ladies. Fmr. CIA head: US could "take out" Putin's forces if he used nukes.
NEMiss.News Dry grass

September rainfall in New Albany well below normal

Very little rain has fallen in New Albany during the month of September 2022. This will come as no surprise to local farmers, gardeners or those who desire lush green lawns.
NEMiss.News John Smith, Jr., JSJ Trucking

Tupelo-based JSJ Trucking, Inc. Recognized as a FedEx Ground Regional Entrepreneur of the Yea

Congratulations to John Smith, Jr, President of JSJ Trucking, Inc., recently named a FedEx Ground regional Entrepreneur of the Year.