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.…
NEMiss.news Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union Countyl 2019 Leapfrog award

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 Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union Countyl 2019 Leapfrog award

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 Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union Countyl 2019 Leapfrog award

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…

Jan. 6 Hearing Day 3: “Do the Right Thing” – Trump’s pressure campaign on VP Pence – National & International News – THU 16Jun2022

Jan. 6 Hearing Day 3: Do the Right Thing- Trump's pressure campaign on Pence.  Trump's 12-page statement rejects Jan. 6 hearings, floats new fraud conspiracies.

Study sees possible COVID link with mysterious child hepatitis cases – National & International News – WED 15Jun2022

Study sees possible COVID link with mysterious child hepatitis cases. Fed announces biggest rate hike since 1994; another likely in July. UK's controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda on hold.
NEMiss.News Fire scenes 6-14-22

Four fire departments battled Myrtle house fire

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Fire destroyed a Myrtle home on June 13, 2020, despite four fire departments battling the blaze in temperatures near 100 degrees. No serious injuries were reported, and a pet dog was saved.
NEMiss.News Spoke 'N Word Weekend

SPOKE ‘N WORD WEEKEND in the Best Southern Small Town

New Albany's June festival, The Spoke 'N Word Weekend, will include biking, story telling, live music, events for charity, food and Sam Mosley Freedom Fest. Events will take place in several downtown locations, so check the map in the story for information.

Treasure hunters sue FBI over dig for Civil War gold – National & International News – TUE 14Jun2022

Treasure hunters sue FBI over dig for Civil War gold. Jan. 6 Hearing Day 2: A Lie is Born. Brazil: Police deny bodies found in search for missing pair.
NEMiss.News MS Gulf Coast

Supervisors met June 6, raised their pay; meeting this week on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

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    The Union County Board of Supervisors met at the chancery court building in New Albany on Monday, June 6. This week, Monday, June 13, through Thursday, June 16, the supervisors are meeting on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. At…

Women now facing tampon shortage – National & International News – MON 13Jun2022

Women now facing tampon shortage. Senate group reaches bipartisan gun control deal. Possible remains found in search for journo and expert missing in Amazon.
NEMiss.News Betty King beautification award

Betty King receives beautification recognition

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Congratulations to Betty King. With a big assist from her granddaughters, she has won this quarter's Beautification Award for her lovely lawn.

Trump aids, fellow Republicans speak out in first Jan. 6 hearing – more to come – National & International News – FRI 10Jun2022

Trump aids, fellow Republicans speak out in first Jan. 6 hearing. Uvalde school police chief says didn't know he was in charge. Biden softens on Saudi Arabia for oil.
NEMiss.News Terry Young presents plans to City Board.

Developer Terry Young presents initial plans to City Board for Albany West, a Master Planned Community

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Developer Terry Young revealed plans for Albany West, a planned community, to the City Board on June 7, 2022. Anti-marijuana speakers made their case against selling medical marijuana in New Albany.

Jan. 6 committee begins televised hearings tonight – National & International News – THU 9Jun2022

Jan. 6 committee begins televised hearings tonight. Abbott, FDA knew about formula plant safety issues a year before the recall. Nigeria: Over 80 feared dead in church shooting.
NEMiss.news Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union Countyl 2019 Leapfrog award

Baptist Union County starts support group for ostomy patients and caregivers

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Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County starts a support group for ostomy patients and their caregivers. The group aims to support ostomy patients' physical and emotional challenges.