Tag Archive for: Northeast Mississippi news
Dr. Shane Scott: “COVID is not going away.” What you should know.
Featured News, General News
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…
Tupelo man says home overrun by homeless, asks its removal from demolition list
Featured News, Government & PoliticsTupelo, 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,…
2019 Christmas at the Museum, December 14
HappeningsMingle 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…
Some work complete on industrial park enhancements
EconomyWork 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…
Body of missing man Scott McQuary found Tuesday morning
Featured News, General NewsMembers 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…
Doggie Dining: Coming to a restaurant near you?
LeisureJACKSON, 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…
Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!
Opinion“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
HappeningsThe 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
LeisureNEW 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
Schools
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…
Tornado watch across North Mississippi today and tonight – National & International News – WED 30Mar2022
National & International NewsSouth braces for more severe weather. Labor activists hope to unionize first Amazon facility in US. Israel: Five shot dead in latest outbreak of violence.
Poll: Americans’ nuclear fears on the rise – National & International News – TUE 29Mar2022
National & International NewsPoll: Americans' nuclear fears on the rise. Biden budget shoots for moon with uber-wealth tax. China: Shanghai in hard lockdown as COVID cases rise.
Income Tax Deal Reached on HB 531, The Mississippi ‘Tax Freedom’ Act of 2022
Featured News, Government & PoliticsJust before leaving Jackson, Republicans in both houses finally reached an agreement on changes to Mississippi's personal income tax. It is said that no one in the endlessly bickering Republican party is entirely happy.
Southern states could see more severe weather, tornados this week – National & International News – MON 28Mar2022
National & International NewsMississippi, Alabama, Texas and Louisiana face second week of severe weather. Judge rules against Trump in Jan. 6 inquiry. Ukrainian peace delegates 'poisoned'.
New Albany Main Street Gets Ready for Spring
Featured News, OrganizationsNew Albany Main Street and its partners are hosting a Spring Open House and a Spring Gala. The free Open House will have traditional Easter activities (Parade, Egg Hunt, EasterBunny, etc). The Gala will have live music, food and requires tickets.
New Albany School Board passes the gavel to new president
General NewsNew Albany School Board passes the gavel to new president, March 2022.
States weigh checks for citizens facing inflation woes – National & International News – FRI 25Mar2022
National & International NewsStates weigh checks for cash-strapped citizens. SCOTUS Justice Thomas faces ethics scrutiny over wife's texts. EU, US strike gas deal. Mysteries remain 5 days after China plane crash that killed 132.
New Albany Career & Tech Outstanding Students 3rd nine weeks
SchoolsCongratulations to the New Albany Career & Technical Center's Outstanding Students for the 3rd nine weeks, 2022.
Anna McLeod has been accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy
SchoolsCongratulations to New Albany High School senior Anna McLeod, who has been accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy in Water Valley, Mississippi.
Idaho passes Texas-style abortion ban – National & International News – THU 24Mar2022
National & International NewsIdaho passes Texas-style abortion ban. US will accept 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. NATO to send 40,000 more troops to eastern border.
FBI, White House warn of Russian cyber attacks on US companies – National & International News – WED 23Mar2022
National & International NewsFBI warns US firms of Russian cyber attacks. Ex-Education Secretary: Biden should forgive all student debt. Biden admin: Yes to Ukrainian refugees; No to others.
Union County Supervisors approve a plan for a Tallahatchie River Authority, purchase a new fire truck, and transact other routine business at March 21 meeting
Featured News, Government & PoliticsAlong with routine business at its March 21 meeting, the Union County Supervisors approved a plan to establish the Tallahatchie River Authority. A resolution was approved for the legislature.