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 Hiking the Appalachian Trail

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 Hiking the Appalachian Trail

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 Hiking the Appalachian Trail

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 some things call for a casserole

Steve Patterson: Reflections on thoughts and prayers and other trite euphemisms 

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Guest Author Steve Patterson believes it is time for concrete action to replace repetitious, ineffective comments on the subject of improving our abysmal record on gun violence.

Woman receives ear transplant 3D printed from her own cells – National & International News – THU 2Jun2022

Woman receives ear transplant 3D printed from her own cells. Tulsa hospital shooter kills four, self. Biden admin lifts some restrictions on Cuba flights.

Reagan shooter John Hinckley Jr., to be released after 41 years – National & International News – WED 1Jun2022

Reagan shooter John Hinckley Jr., to be released after 41 years. Pilot shortage caused Memorial Day travel chaos. Shanghai lockdown eases after 2 months.
NEMiss.News Gary Dan McKnight

MHP arrested Dan McKnight, Pontotoc County District 5 Supervisor, for DUI, careless driving, speeding

Pontotoc County Supervisor arrested by MHP for DUI Sunday May 29.
NEMiss.News NAHS Rossetti appointed to USMMA

NAHS Graduate appointed to Merchant MarineAcademy

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Congratulations to NAHS Honors Graduate Samuel Rossetti, who was recently appointed to the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA).

Manchin blocked Build Back Better to shield his dirty coal empire – National & International News – TUE 31May2022

Sen. Manchin blocked Build Back Better to shield dirty coal money. Congress weighs gun control action. Canada proposes freeze on handgun purchases.

John Stewart joins veterans calling for Senate to pass burn pits bill – National & International News – MON 30May2022

John Stewart joins veterans groups to call on Senate to pass burn pits bill. DOJ to probe police response in Texas school massacre. Russian official denies Putin illness rumors.
NEMiss.News House fire on West Longview

Quick action by NAFD minimized fire damage to home Sunday afternoon

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A speedy response by the New Albany Fire Department (NAFD) prevented extensive damage to a home at 416 West Longview Sunday afternoon, May 29. A resident of the home received a burn injury to a hand, but declined medical treatment except…

Anger grows over police inaction in Texas shooting; authorities switch stories – National & International News – FRI 27May2022

Anger grows over police inaction in Texas shooting. Jif peanut butter salmonella recall expands to other companies' products. China: Leaked reveals police tactics against Uighurs.

Reports: SCOTUS Chief Roberts, Justice Thomas clash with future of Roe in balance – National & International News – THU 26May2022

Reports: SCOTUS Chief Roberts, Justice Thomas clash over Roe. TX: Police stood by while school shooter rampaged. 5000-year-old tree in Chile may be world's oldest. 
NEMiss.News Machell Kirk retirement

Machell Kirk to retire from BNA Bank

VP Of Human Resources Machell Kirk is retiring from BNA Bank after over 42 years of service.
NEMiss.News Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Museum Moments Thursday May 26

Museum Moments at the Union County museum will host Margaret and Wayne Vanlandingham, discussing their hiking of the Appalachian Trail. It's free to the public and lunch will be served.