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…
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…
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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 Historic Jamestown Settlement

Historic Jamestown Settlement in danger of disappearing soon – National and International News – July 8, 2022

Historic Jamestown site in danger of disappearing soon due to rising water levels - Two former FBI officials subjected to intense IRS audits - Japan's former PM shot and killed by lone gunman.
NEMIss.news Pink House, Jackson MS

The Pink House is closed: Abortions no longer available in Mississippi – National & International News – Thurs. July 7, 2022

Abortions are no longer available in Mississippi; Scandal-Plagued UK PM Boris Johnson to step down; FBI & Britain's M15 warn of immense Chinese threat; global inflation pushes millions to poverty level.
NEMiss.News Professional biographer Carl Rollyson

Faulkner Biographer Carl Rollyson to speak at the Museum

Union County Heritage Museum will host a book talk and book signing for Faulkner Biographer Carl Rollyson on July 19, 2022. Volume 2 of his "The Life of William Faulkner" will go on sale in November 2022.

Chicago July 4 parade shooter planned attack for weeks – National & International News – WED 6Jul2022

Chicago July 4 parade shooter planned attack for weeks. Jan. 6: Former White House counsel agrees to testify; Giuliani, others subpoenaed in GA probe. UK's Johnson resists calls to resign from ministers after sex misconduct scandal.
NEMiss.News Proposed new Supervisor Districts

Union County board deals with two troublesome issues

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Union County supervisors discussed a convoluted new state law requiring rural building permits. Additionally, they presented the suggested maps for necessary redistricting of supervisors' districts require by new census figures.
NEMiss.News First Connie Davis Fishing Rodeo

Nominate your local sports hero for upcoming exhibit

The Union County Heritage Museum is asking the public to nominate their local sports heroes for a permanent future exhibit. Check the article for details, then nominate your favorites.

Abortion care workers unionize, expecting “tidal wave of need” – National & International News – TUE 5Jul2022

Abortion care workers unionize, expecting "tidal wave of need". Jan. 6: Charges for Trump possible; more witnesses come forward. Brazil: Bolsonaro's “surrender of the Amazon to crooks” led to activist, journalist's murders.
NEMiss.News Kick the can down the road

Kick that can on down the road

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A convoluted new law recently signed by the governor is creating confusion for many Mississippi county governments. There should be a small prize for those who can even understand the 219 word title./description.

Mississippi’s last abortion clinic files last ditch suit to halt ban; hearing tomorrow – National & International News – MON 4Jul2022

Mississippi's last abortion clinic files last ditch suit to halt ban. India: Bizarre case of imposter who impersonated wealthy man's son for 40 years.
NEMiss.News Mitchell Shettles appointed to Coast Guard Academy

Kelly Announces Service Academy Appointment of Mitchell Shettles

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Congratulations to New Albany's Mitchell Shettles, who has been appointed to the United States Coast Guard Academy.

Passengers brace for July 4th weekend travel chaos – National & International News – FRI 1Jul2022

Air travel chaos likely to worsen this weekend. SCOTUS rulings: EPA can't cap carbon emissions from power plants; Biden can end Remain in Mexico policy.

1955 warrant for wife in Till murder found; family demands arrest – National & International News – THU 30Jun2022

1955 warrant for wife in Till murder found; family demands arrest. Nearly half say Trump should face charges for Jan. 6. Finland and Sweden on way to joining NATO.