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 Faulkner Competition winners

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 Faulkner Competition winners

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 Faulkner Competition winners

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 Pysanky Egg Workshop

Pysanky Egg Workshops are being offered in time for Easter celebrations

The Museum and the Tallahatchie Arts Council are making the popular Pysanky Egg decorating workshops available again this year. The eggs are a traditional part of Easter celebrations in Ukrainian culture. Sign up soon; class size is limited.
NEMiss.News Dr. Ethel Scurlock

February events at Union County Heritage Museum

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Union County Heritage Museum's February programs include MS Black Physicians, a Flag Program and continued gathering of exhibit information. The deadline is approaching for submission of information and photos for The Sporting Life in Union County.
NEMiss.News January Museum Moments: Winter Backyard Birds

Winter Backyard Birds to be discussed at Museum Moments, January 19

Wildlife Conservationist Chara Megelsh will be discussing Winter Backyard Birds at Museum Moments on January 19. Lunch is provided at this free event.
NEMiss.News NAMS Garden Dogs

New Albany Garden Club has worked to ‘Preserve, Protect, Plant’ for nearly 50 years

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For nearly 50 years, New Albany Garden Club members have participated in a variety of activities to benefit New Albany. The clubs motto is 'Preserve, Protect, Plant".
NEMiss.News Bill Steber returns to museum

Live blues at museum December 15; closing reception for Bill Steber’s ‘Spirit in the Soil’ exhibit

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Musician, photographer, artist Bill Steber returns to museum for closing reception of his Spirits in the Soil Exhibit, December 15. Steber and Libby Rae Watson will perform live in this free holiday event.
NEMiss.News Santa

Santa at the Museum, December 10

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Santa will be at the Union County Heritage Museum on December 10, along with snacks, Santa science and Christmas crafts. Bring your kids and your camera to this annual family event.
NEMiss.News J. M. Stevens, November Nights Tour

J.M. Stevens will perform at the Union County Heritage Museum Thursday November 10

The public is invited to the J. M. Stevens' November nights tour at Union County Heritage Museum. The event is free. Check post for further details.
NEMiss.News J.M. Stevens on November Nights Tour

MS native song-writer/singer J. M. Stevens returns to New Albany

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Writer/singer J.M. Stevens will return to perform at the Union Co. Heritage Museum on November 10. Stevens drew a large crowd last year and we hope to have an even larger one this year.
NEMiss.News Chad Fletcher at work

November’s Museum Moments features woodworker Chad Fletcher

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Wood worker Chad Fletcher will discuss his art and keeping urban wood out of the landfills at November's Museum Moments on November 17. The public is invited, and a free lunch will be served.
NEMiss.News Main Street's Trick or Treat Trail

Halloween gets an early start in New Albany

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Over 1000 toured the New Albany Main Street's Trick or Treat Trail in Downtown New Albany and dozens more attended the opening of Articulating Yoknapatawpha at the Union County Heritage Museum.
NEMiss.News Pioneer Days 2019

Heritage Folk Life and Pioneer Days at the museum Oct. 20-22

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Union County Heritage Museum's Heritage Folk Life Pioneer Days event will be October 20-22, weather permitting. Check post for information on scheduling groups and family visits.
NEMiss.News Faulkner Competition winners

Winners of 2022 Faulkner Literary Competition honored at annual luncheon

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The 2022 William Faulkner Literary Competition winners' luncheon was Thursday, September 22 in New Albany, MS. "Doing New Albany proud," this competition continues to grow, drawing entries from around the world.