Tag Archive for: Union County Heritage Museum

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 Katelin Cross with a MS bat

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 Katelin Cross with a MS bat

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 Katelin Cross with a MS bat

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…
NEMiss.News James "Hoss" Stanford on red Harley

James “Hoss” Stanford’s “One Man’s Perspective” opens June 27 at Union Co. Heritage Museum

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The public is invited to the opening of "One Man's Perspective," a travel photography exhibit by James 'Hoss" Stanford. It opens June 27 at the Union County Heritage Museum.

Dean Burchfield talks about the burning of New Albany 161 years ago

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The burning of New Albany in June 1863 will be historian Dean Burchfield's topic at noon on Thursday, June 20 at the Museum. The event is free and a sack lunch will be provided.
NEMiss.News Union Co. Historical Society, Lost Stories

Union Co. Historical Society Annual Meeting June 28 topic: Lost Stories, Cemeteries & Genealogies

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History detective Steve Robbins will discuss "Lost Stories, Cemeteries and Genealogies" at the Union Co. Historical Society Annual Meeting on June 28. Pre-register by June 26.

“Beyond the Tracks” at Union County Heritage Museum – June 20, 2024

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Local musicians Gracey Williams and Mike Carter will perform at the Union County Heritage Museum on June 20. Entry is free, bring the whole family!
NEMiss.News Fossil Roadshow 2024

2024 Fossil Road Show to be at Museum June 8

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The ever-popular Fossil Road Show will be at the Museum on Saturday June 8. Bring your finds for identification and your family for fun and education all rolled into one event.

New Albany High School Art Exhibit opens May 13 at the Museum

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The opening reception for the annual New Albany High School Art Exhibit will be today, May 13, at the Union County Heritage Museum.
NEMiss.News Michael J. Megelsh book on Adelbert Ames

Museum Moments May 16 features Civil War Book centered on an overlooked Mississippi politician

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The May 16 Museum Moments will feature Dr. Michael Megelsh of Blue Mountain Christian University, discussing his book on the life of Adelbert Ames, a MS Reconstruction-era Governor.

Southern Herbalist Darryl Patton to speak on “Poison Plants and More” at Museum on April 18

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"Poisonous Plants and More" will be the topic discussed by Southern Herbalist Darryl Patton at Union County Heritage Museum on April 18. Patton will also lead a plant walk.

Museum’s Second Saturday program All About Birds features Hunting with Birds, Birding for Children

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All About Birding at the Museum's Second Saturday program will include both "Birding for Children and "Hunting with Birds" as well a local bird information and crafts for youth.
NEMiss.News Master Gardeners' 2023 Plant sale

Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale set May 4, 2024

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The Union County Master Gardeners' annual plant sale at the Union County Heritage Museum, May 4, 2024, will also have activities for kids.
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A sampling of the NAMS Spring Art Exhibit now at the Union County Heritage Museum

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NAMS Spring Art Exhibit opened March 28 to a huge crowd. Check it out before it leaves on April 13.
NEMiss.News Katelin Cross with a MS bat

Mammalogist Katelin Cross to discuss Mississippi Bats at Museum Moments

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MS Museum of Natural Science's mammalogist Katelin Cross will discuss Mississippi bats at the March Museum Moments.