Tag Archive for: Union County Heritage Museum
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…
Opening of Bill Steber exhibit another ‘first’ for Union County Heritage Museum
Featured News, HappeningsThe premier showing of 'Spirit in the Soil: Objects and Evocations of the Mississippi Blues', by renowned artist Bill Steber, drew an appreciative audience from near and far. It will hang in the museum through November. Don't miss it!
Mississippi Arts Commission grant helped fund Faulkner Literary Fest, currently under way for 2022
General NewsMississippi Arts Commission makes a big impact in the New Albany community's literary-focused festivals, work shops and discussions. Activities include many community events planned July through October.
Harrison Scott Key, a Thurber Award winner who loves to get everyone laughing, is Faulkner Literary Luncheon speaker.
Featured News, General News Harrison Scott Key, reared in Mississippi and winner of the Thurber Award for humor, is this year's Faulkner Literary Luncheon speaker. Thrilled to be a 'hillbilly' writer of humor, Key likes to get everyone laughing.
Second annual ThunderPaws Poker Run to be September 24
OrganizationsSecond Annual ThunderPaws event will be September 24, and will provide fun for the participants and funds for the Union County Humane Society to benefit local animals.
Mixed media portraits made from rubble, plus award winning photos opening Sept. 8
Featured News, HappeningsA unique mixed media exhibit focused on the Mississippi Blues and the preservation of its artifacts opens September 8, 2022, at the museum. The public is invited to enjoy the stories, music and evocative art.
Dr. Kate Stewart, Ph.D., is the August Museum Moments guest speaker
LeisureDr. Kate Stewart, Ph.D., native of the Cotton Plant area, returns to the museum as the August Museum Moments guest speaker. A free lunch will be served, and the public is invited.
Faulkner Biographer Carl Rollyson to speak at the Museum
HistoryUnion County Heritage Museum will host a book talk and book signing for Faulkner Biographer Carl Rollyson on July 19, 2022. Volume 2 of his "The Life of William Faulkner" will go on sale in November 2022.
Nominate your local sports hero for upcoming exhibit
HistoryThe Union County Heritage Museum is asking the public to nominate their local sports heroes for a permanent future exhibit. Check the article for details, then nominate your favorites.
Fossil Road Show focuses on Extinction Event, large relic collection, virtual reality
HappeningsThe ever-popular Fossil Road Show returns to Union County Heritage Museum with a great new program for fun and knowledge. There will be lots of new information about Union County's ancient past, as well as up-to-date virtual reality.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Museum Moments Thursday May 26
LeisureMuseum Moments at the Union County museum will host Margaret and Wayne Vanlandingham, discussing their hiking of the Appalachian Trail. It's free to the public and lunch will be served.
UC Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale set May 14
OrganizationsUnion County Master Gardeners will hold their popular plant sale on May 14, 2022. The museum will host the sale.
Two additional Pysanky Egg Workshops are scheduled
LeisureThe Union County Heritage Museum will offer two additional Pysanky Egg workshops. Space is limited, so interested persons should check out this information as soon as possible.