Tag Archive for: severe weather

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…

Funeral for Black active duty airman killed in his home by FL deputies – National & International News – FRI 17May2024
National & International NewsHundreds attend funeral for Black active duty airman killed in his home by FL deputies.
Parts of Houston, TX, may be without power for weeks after storm.
S. Africa calls on ICJ to order Israel to stop Rafah assault.

Severe weather is headed into the Union County area
Featured News, General NewsBe prepared for severe weather in our area, with possible flooding and tornado activity.

Oregon: Teen saves baby after 3 people electrocuted in front of her home – National & International News – FRI 19Jan2024
National & International NewsOregon: Teen saves baby after 3 people electrocuted in front of her home.
Alabama inmate asks appeals court to halt gas execution next week.
Israel: Ministers furious after reports Netanyahu nixed hostage deal.

MDOT issues travel advisory for January 18
Featured News, General NewsMDOT has issued a severe weather travel advisory, January 18, 2024

Yemen’s Houthis vow retaliation after US, UK carry out air strikes – National & International News – FRI 12Jan2024
National & International NewsArctic blast brings freezing temps, snow across US.
Yemen's Houthis vow retaliation after US, UK carry out air strikes.

NALGW crews to work through the night to restore power
Breaking News, Featured NewsNew Albany Lights Gas and Water crews are already out assessing and repairing damage from the storm.

Strong thunderstorm today created widespread problems for NALGW customers
Featured News, General NewsA strong, thunderstorm disrupted power and water services to scattered customers in the New Albany area 7-14-2023.

Jasper Co., MS: 1 killed, dozens injured in overnight storms – National & International News – MON 19Jun2023
National & International NewsJasper Co., MS: 1 killed, dozens injured in overnight storms.
Daniel Ellsberg, whistleblower who leaked "Pentagon Papers," dies at 92.
UN questions Greek response to deadly refugee boat disaster.

Power crews spotted making repairs on North Side after storm
Featured News, General NewsAll NALGW crews out working to restore power after storm.

Giant hail falls in Mississippi, more severe weather expected overnight – National & International News – Wed 14Jun2023
National & International NewsGiant hail falls in Mississippi, more severe weather expected overnight.
Student loan repayments to resume in October after 3-year hiatus.
Greece: Migrant boat disaster leaves 79 dead and hundreds missing.

Tornados kill 4 in Missouri; expect storms in Mississippi all day today and overnight till midday tomorrow – National & International News – WED 5Apr2023
National & International NewsTornados kill 5 in Missouri; expect storms in Mississippi after 2pm and overnight till midday tomorrow.
Israeli soldiers storm mosque during Ramadan.

More storms expected tomorrow, Wednesday and Thursday – National & International News – MON 2Apr2023
National & International NewsMore storms expected tomorrow, Wednesday and Thursday.
US firm subsidiary sold tech to Chinese spy balloon company.
Expect gas prices to rise after OPEC+ cuts production again.