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…
GOP threatens to tank economy over infrastructure bill – National & International News – THU 23Sept2021
National & International NewsGOP threatens to tank economy in debt ceiling fight. FDA OKs Pfizer boosters for some. DHS plans to detain Haitians at Gitmo.
Woman and man arrested for stealing checks from local mail boxes; forgery and drug charges also
Featured News, General News Union County Sheriff Jimmy Edwards announces two arrests in local check theft/fraudulent check cashing crime. Drug charges were also placed against one of those arrested.
Coroner rules Gabby Petito death a homicide – National & International News – WED 22Sept2021
National & International NewsCoroner rules Petito death a homicide. Eviction moratorium effort revived in Congress. Misinformation led Haitians to camp under TX bridge.
Coroner investigates death of woman in Alpine community of Union County
Featured News, General NewsA deceased woman, found yesterday near a pond in northeast Union County, has been identified, but the cause of death is as yet unknown.
‘Disbarred and disgraced’ lawyer sues TX doctor who violated abortion ban – National & International New
National & International News'Disbarred and disgraced' lawyer sues TX doctor who admitted violating abortion ban. 'Hotel Rwanda' hero sentenced to 25 years for terrorism charges.
Body found in Wyoming believed to be missing YouTuber Gabby Petito – National & International News – MON 20Sept2021
National & International NewsBody found in Wyoming believed to be missing Youtuber. ICE deports 1000s of migrants sheltering under TX bridge. AUKUS: N. Korea, UN warn of Cold War.
NAFD firefighters teach local school children about fire prevention and safety
Featured News, General NewsNew Albany Fire Department teaches pre-k and kindergarten students at NAES about fire prevention and safety.
Illinois proposes Texas-style bounty for sexual, domestic abusers – National & International News – FRI 17Sept2021
National & International NewsIllinois proposes Texas-style bounty for sexual abusers. World's largest tree wrapped in fire-resistant blanket. AUKUS Pact peeves France, China.
NAES EXCEL classes enjoy Author & Illustrator Event
SchoolsNew Albany Elementary School's EXCEL classes are excited to celebrate last year's student publications and begin work on this year's books.
2021 Itawamba Community College Homecoming Court
General NewsCongratulations to the Itawamba Community College 2021 Homecoming Court.
How easy is it to get a religious exemption for a vaccine mandate? – National & International News – THU 16Sep2021
National & International NewsHow easy is it to get a religious exemption from a vaccine mandate? Biden to make case for spending plan, taxing rich. Myanmar rebels declare 'war' on junta.
NAES fourth graders enjoy performing a character trait “operation”
SchoolsNew Albany Elementary School fourth graders completed a character trait "operation" in their classroom to analyze their thoughts, speech and action.