Tag Archive for: Northeast Mississippi news

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.…

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…

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…

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 Tony Anteau at County Supervisors' meeting

Priority responds to complaints, promises improved ambulance services

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Priority Ambulance has added more hours of manned ambulance service in response to complaints of unavailable ambulances in Union County. Hopefully, it will be unnecessary for Supervisors to enact an ordinance.

Dr. Richard Russell: long time New Albany physician & community leader, full obituary

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Long-time New Albany, MS family practitioner and community leader, Dr. Richard Russell, has died at age 80. Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church in New Albany.

Flooding expected in Central Mississippi today – National & International News – MON 29Aug2022

Flooding expected in Central Mississippi today. Judge may appoint "special master" in Mar-a-Lago case. Judge: 9/11 victims not entitled to $billions in Afghan assets.

Dr. Richard H. Russell dies at age 80.

Dr. Richard H. Russell, age 80, died in New Albany MS on August 28, 2022, after practicing for many years as a family physician. Among many other services to the community, Dr. Russell delivered about 2000 babies during his 39 years in family practice.
NEMiss.News Robert Johnson triptych

Mixed media portraits made from rubble, plus award winning photos opening Sept. 8

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A unique mixed media exhibit focused on the Mississippi Blues and the preservation of its artifacts opens September 8, 2022, at the museum. The public is invited to enjoy the stories, music and evocative art.
NEMiss.News Orion space crart prepared for Artemis 1 mission

All of Mississippi Shares in Launch of NASA’s Artemis I Mission

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    By Dr. Rick Gilbrech Director, NASA’s Stennis Space Center   On Aug. 29, over 100,000 visitors are expected to dot Florida’s Space Coast to watch the maiden launch of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket…

DOJ releases redacted Mar-a-Lago search affidavit – National & International News – FRI 26Aug2022

DOJ releases redacted Mar-a-Lago search affidavit. Zaporizhzhia: UN nuclear watchdog plans visit amid shelling at plant.
NEMiss.News Baptist Union Co. Employment Engagement Day

Baptist Union County honors its employees’ dedication to their patients

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Baptist Hospital Union County honored its employees for their dedication to giving the best possible care to their patients. The many awards for patient care received by the facility demonstrate the clearly remarkable engagement of its employees. Congratulations to all involved.

A month after floods, nightmare continues for eastern Kentucky – National & International News – THU 25Aug2022

A month after floods, nightmare continues for eastern Kentucky. Four more states ban nearly all abortions this week. Ukraine nuclear plan cut off from grid.

Biden announces some student loan debt forgiveness for some borrowers – National & International News – WED 24Aug2024

Biden announces some student loan forgiveness for some borrowers. Heavy rains, floods hit Mississippi, Louisiana. Europe's worst drought in 500 years reveals historical riches, and "hunger stones".
NEMiss.News 1983 Mercedes Benz 300CD

300CD Goodbye to an old friend

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The reluctant decision to sell a 1983 Mercedez-Benz 300CD brings memories of a long-time love of these well made machines. Goodbye, old friend.

Trump sues to halt FBI review of documents seized from Mar-a-Lago – National & International News – TUE 23Aug2022

Trump sues to halt FBI review of seized documents. Over 15,000 US monkeypox, in all 50 states. Russia claims Ukraine assassinated journalist; Ukraine denies it.