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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 Camp Street fire 12-12

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 Camp Street fire 12-12

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 Camp Street fire 12-12

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…

Many friends honored Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin at retirement reception at United Funeral Services

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Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin were honored at a retirement reception on Friday December 17 at United Funeral Services.

Victim in Myrtle shooting dies, case becomes a murder investigation

A shooting earlier today in Myrtle, MS has resulted in murder charges being placed against the shooter.

Destroyed KY candle factory workers sue employers for ‘flagrant indifference’ – National & International News – FRI 17Dec2021

KY candle factory workers sue employers for "flagrant indifference". Judge rejects controversial Purdue Pharma settlement. Congress OKs ban of China forced labor imports. Ukrainian soldier killed by Russian separatists.

Time’s running out to prevent millions of US children from slipping back into poverty – National & International News – THU 16Dec2021

Days to prevent millions of kids from falling back into poverty. DeSantis demands $100k donations from state appointees. Super typhoon hits Philippines.
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New Albany & Union County School Districts Announce Partnership

New Albany School District and Union County School District announce partnership to widen career exploration and awareness.
NEMiss.News Reedy and Maclin to retire

Reedy and Maclin to be honored Friday

Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin will be honored at a retirement reception at United Funeral Services.

Chauvin pleads guilty to violating civil rights of George Floyd and a 14-year-old boy – National & International News – WED 15Dec2021

Chauvin pleads guilty in Floyd civil rights case. Congress votes to raise debt ceiling, averts default. Haiti: 60+ dead in fuel tanker explosion. 
NEMiss.News Brandon Presley at Union Co. Courthouse

Can Brandon Presley be the statewide winner Democrats can’t seem to find?

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Brandon Presley is being touted as the one Democrat who may have enough state-wide appeal to challenge a Republican candidate for Governor.

Amazon, candle factory managers under fire for tornado deaths – National & International News – TUE 14Dec2021

Amazon, candle factory under fire for workers' tornado deaths. Thompson: Meadows told Jan. 6 committee to "pound sand". Record 100°F in Arctic.

Tornado drops family photo 130 miles from home – National & International News – MON 13Dec2021

Tornado drops family photo 130 miles from home. CA governor vows assault weapon ban based on TX abortion law. North Korea seeks 'peace' amid reports of famine.
Northeast MS news Tupelo orders social distancing

New Tupelo Police Chief unanimously approved by city council

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The Tupelo City Council approved a new police chief and voted to raise some salaries, along with other business at its December 7, 2021 meeting.
NEMiss.News Camp Street fire 12-12

New Albany firemen put out house fire and deal with a burning battery device during the weekend

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New Albany Fire Department called out to house fire and to deal with a burning battery charger at a business. See information on dangers of battery chargers.