Tag Archive for: Northeast Mississippi news
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…
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
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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…
Days after COP26, Biden administration auctioning record oil and gas leases in Gulf – National & International News – WED 17Nov
National & International NewsDays after COP26, U.S. to auction record oil and gas leases. New trial for nasal Alzheimer's vaccine. U.S. tops 100k yearly drug overdose deaths. Austria locks down its unvaxxed.
Veterans’ Pin Design Challenge showcased 6th grade engineering skills
SchoolsCongratulations to Nora Beth Stroupe, winner of the Veterans' pin design challenge. Her design was 3D printed and worn by veterans.
Tupelo post office to be named to honor Vietnam War POW, Colonel Carlyle “Smitty” Harris.
Featured News, General NewsTupelo will name post office in honor of Col. Carlyle "Smitty" Harris, the sixth American to become a POW during the Viet Nam War. Harris was a POW for eight years, and taught many fellow prisoners to use the Tap Code as a means of secret communication.
At least 102 Native American children died over 50 years at Nebraska boarding school – National & International News – TUE 16Nov2021
National & International News102 Native children died at Nebraska boarding school. Arbery case: Defense beside themselves as "more black pastors" turn up. Xi warns Biden over Taiwan support.
How to have Happy Feet is topic of November Museum Moments
Health & WellnessHow to have happy feet is the topic of this month's Museum Moments, Thursday November 18. Check it out, if your feet are sometimes unhappy.
Teacher of year named for New Albany Career & Technical Center
SchoolsCongratulations to the Teacher of the Year at New Albany Career & Technical Education Center.
Biden under pressure to ban unvaxxed from domestic flights – National & International News – MON 15Nov2021
National & International NewsDems: ban unvaxxed from domestic flights. Trump ally Bannon arrested. National Guard called in ahead of Rittenhouse verdict. Pentagon covered up 2019 Syria strike that killed 50 civilians.
Is Sam Mosley New Albany’s Favorite Son?
Featured News, HappeningsNew Albany's Sam Mosley was honored on Nov, 12 for his 60-year career as a successful writer and performer of the Blues. "Living Blues Magazine," Malaco Records and the Union County Heritage Museum joined in honoring the Mosley & Johnson Band's many contributions to the Blues genre, as well as to the community.
New Albany Middle School Veterans’ Day Program
SchoolsNew Albany Middle School's Veterans' Day program honors veterans, features guest speaker, MS Sen. Kathy Chism.
IMPACTO guest speakers address driver safety awareness
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Miss Mississippi Volunteer Rachel Shumaker and Sgt. Bryan McGee served as guest speakers on November 11 in the IMPACTO class at New Albany High School.
They discussed the MS Highway Patrol DRIVE platform pertaining…
Antarctic penguin mysteriously turns up 1800 miles from home in New Zealand – National & International News – FRI 12Nov2021
National & International NewsAntarctic penguin mysteriously turns up 1800 miles from home in New Zealand. Defense attorney in Ahmaud Arbery case: "No more black pastors!". Crack in Memphis bridge dated back to 1970s.
6th Grade English language arts Thanksgiving Day Project
SchoolsNew Albany Middle School ELA class illustrates the character of 'Stuffy Pete' as part of a Thanksgiving study unit.