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…
National Guard awaits trucker convoy in D.C. – National & International News – WED 23Feb2022
National & International NewsNational Guard deployed in D.C. awaiting trucker convoy. New, more contagious variant of omicron has experts worried. What might the Ukraine crisis cost you?
One of two victims in fatal Union County auto accident is identified
General NewsOne of two victims in February 21 auto crash is identified; child's identification being withheld.
Western leaders scramble to respond as Russia invades Ukraine – National & International News – TUE 22FEB2022
National & International NewsAhmaud Arbery's killers found guilty of hate crimes. Poll of teachers says more than half are planning to quit. Western leaders scramble to respond as Russia invades Ukraine.
Cats, squirrels and politics
LeisureIt is true that politics makes strange bedfellows, but there are other causes, as well - at least at our house.
PSC Commissioner Presley urges the public to voice its support for Senate Bill 2474 for rural broadband
Featured News, Government & PoliticsOver 100 local citizens heard Brandon Presley discuss the need to pass Senate Bill 2474 regarding rural broadband services. Presley urged the public to call Speaker Gunn's office to express their opinion.
Automobile accident fatal to one child and one adult Monday in Union County
General NewsLocal emergency services personnel responded to an automobile accident this evening, February 21, that resulted in two fatalities.
Microchip reunites missing dog with her owner after 12 years – National & International News – MON 21Feb2022
National & International NewsDog reunited with owner after 12 years. Rise in home, rental prices shows no sign of slowing down. U.S. claims Russia has Ukrainian "kill list".
Much to be learned at the B. F. Ford exhibit at Union County Heritage Museum
Featured News, HistoryThere is much to be learned at the museum's B.F. Ford School exhibit - about the past and what one motivated person can accomplish. The exhibit will be at the museum through late March.
NAES fifth graders participate in national Valentine Exchange
SchoolsAmanda Harrison's fifth grade class at NAES exchanged valentines with schools across the United States.
Career & Technical students win at district HOSA competition
SchoolsCongratulations to the four New Albany Career & Technical students who won at the HOSA District Competition 2022.
Girl Scout Gold Award project benefits dyslexia training.
SchoolsNAHS Senior Katie Evans' Girl Scout project provided funding for dyslexia training.
Work continues on the BNSF Snyder Street underpass
General NewsBNSF is taking advantage of good weather to continue the Snyder St. Bridge underpass improvements.