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…
Sackler family to pay $6 billion for their roll in fueling the opioid crisis – National & International News – THU 3Mar2022
National & International NewsSackler family payout for opioid crisis upped to $6 billion. Jan. 6 committee presents evidence of 'criminal conspiracy' by Trump and team. More than 1 million refugees from Ukraine.
Texas: Parents of trans youth fear having their kids taken away after Abbott order – National & International News – WED 2Mar2022
National & International NewsTexas sued to block criminalization of treatment for trans youth. Many disappointed Biden didn't mention student debt in speech. Russian attacks escalate in Ukraine.
At least 15 million may be kicked off Medicaid in April – National & International News – TUE 1Mar2022
National & International News15 million may lose Medicaid in April. EpiPen maker settles suit over price-gouging scandal. Missile strikes in Ukraine; Russia under economic siege.
Union County Supervisors handle several items in brief February 22 meeting
Featured News, Government & PoliticsUnion County Supervisors transacted several significant pieces of business in a short 2-22-22 meeting.
Ukraine: Russian setbacks, int’l response, Putin’s nuke threat – National & International News – MON 28Feb2022
National & International News*Ukraine: Russian setbacks, int'l response, Putin's nuke threat*. Biden's woes ahead of State of the Union. SCOTUS to hear appeal to limit EPA's climate powers.
Union County Supervisors handle several items in brief February 22 meeting
Featured News, Government & PoliticsUnion County Supervisors transacted several significant pieces of business in a short 2-22-22 meeting.
Fire departments handled wreck injuries, choking victim and more February 24
General NewsNew Albany, West Union and Myrtle fire personnel were involved yesterday, February 24, in a variety of emergency calls.
Death and defiance in Ukraine; protests in Russia – National & International News – FRI 25Feb2022
National & International NewsBiden nominates first black female Supreme Court Justice. Johnson & Johnson, 3 other firms in $26 billion opioid settlement. Death and defiance in Ukraine; protests in Russia.
NAMS Student Government met with NAHS principal February 15
SchoolsNAMS Student Government met with NAHS principal to ask about scholastic and extracurricular activities available at the high school.
Baptist Union County recognizes Joann Burks, RN, who performs above and beyond expectations
Featured News, PeopleCongratulations to Joann Burks, RN at Baptist-Union County Hospital, who recently received the Daisy award for Extraordinary Nurses.
Putin invades Ukraine; French question his sanity – National & International News – THU 24Feb2022
National & International NewsPutin invades Ukraine; French question his sanity. Lake Tahoe police "inundated" with calls to save 500-lb bear, Hank the Tank. Fewest Americans on unemployment aid since 1970.
South Hillsdale house fire apparently caused by in-wall heater
Featured News, PeopleThe New Albany Fire Department quickly extinguished a fire on South Hillsdale and two residents were treated for minor injuries at the scene.