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…
Walrod’s Victorian Steampunk exhibit brings retro-futuristic art to New Albany
Featured News, HappeningsMississippi artist John Walrod's retro-futuristic Victorian Steampunk Exhibit opens at the Union County Heritage Museum on December 3, 2021. This is an exhibit and sale of the award-winning artist's 3-D assemblage sculptures.
Ahmaud Arbery: Three convicted in murder of black jogger – National & International News – WED 24Nov2021
National & International NewsAhmaud Arbery: Three convicted in black jogger's murder. Petito's family: others may face charges in daughter's slaying. Ethiopia: civil war headed to capital.
Biden taps fuel reserves to lower gas prices – National & International News – TUE 23Nov2021
National & International NewsBiden taps fuel reserves to lower gas prices. Wis. parade crasher tried to run woman over earlier this month. Iran nuclear stakes rising.
NAES 4th graders attend Camp ‘Read-a-Lot’
SchoolsNew Albany Elementary School fourth graders had a great time at Camp 'Read-a-Lot," which was created for them by their English language arts (ELA) teachers.
SUV rams Wis. Christmas parade, kills 5, injures 40 – National & International News – MON 22Nov2021
National & International NewsSUV rams WI Christmas parade, kills 5, injures 40. Closing arguments in Arbery trial. Haiti: 2 of 17 kidnapped US missionaries released after a month.
Smart devices not compatible? You are not alone.
OpinionApple's recent IOS 15 update caused many headaches for those who use multiple Apple products and rely on their mutual compatibility.
Tupelo mayor says city is booming; city council rejects bids for skate park
Featured News, Government & PoliticsTupelo's City Council discussed local economy, rejected skate park bids , and approved tax exemptions for Leggett & Platt. The Parks & Recreation will continue to explore other possible routes to provide a skate.
NAHS students produce books for elementary schoolers
SchoolsNAHS Anatomy & Physiology students produced books on the digestive system then enjoyed reading them to NAES students.
New Albany Elementary School names 2021-22 Teacher of the Year
SchoolsCongratulations to Mary Catherine Latham, named the Teacher of the Year 2021-2022 at New Albany Elementary School.
NAES Kindergarten enjoyed studying under black light
SchoolsNew Albany Elementary School kindergarten students enjoyed learning about 'Staying Drug Free' while working under black light.
Two NAHS Baseball Bulldogs sign with MS Delta Community College
SchoolsCongratulations to NAHS Baseball Bulldogs Micah Reed and Jacob Brooks, who recently signed with Mississippi Delta Community College.
NAHS student Edward Rios accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy
SchoolsCongratulations to Edward Rios of New Albany High School, recently accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy!