Tag Archive for: Union County MS

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 Know your heart health -Baptist Union Co.

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 Know your heart health -Baptist Union Co.

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 Know your heart health -Baptist Union Co.

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 Blurry police lights

One of two victims in fatal Union County auto accident is identified

One of two victims in February 21 auto crash is identified; child's identification being withheld.
NEMiss.News Brandon Presley and Bill Mattox

PSC Commissioner Presley urges the public to voice its support for Senate Bill 2474 for rural broadband

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Over 100 local citizens heard Brandon Presley discuss the need to pass Senate Bill 2474 regarding rural broadband services. Presley urged the public to call Speaker Gunn's office to express their opinion.
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Automobile accident fatal to one child and one adult Monday in Union County

Local emergency services personnel responded to an automobile accident this evening, February 21, that resulted in two fatalities.
NEMiss.News B. F. Ford School exhibit open at museum

Much to be learned at the B. F. Ford exhibit at Union County Heritage Museum

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There is much to be learned at the museum's B.F. Ford School exhibit - about the past and what one motivated person can accomplish. The exhibit will be at the museum through late March.
NEMiss.News Brush fire

Union County and New Albany fire fighters kept busy Tuesday

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Local fire departments fought fires all over the county on Tuesday, February 16, and are encouraging everyone to remember that dry conditions and gusty winds can quickly create problems.
NEMiss.News Union Co. Board 2-2-22

The Union County Board of Supervisors approves bids, picks primary county depository bank

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Union County Supervisors approve bids, pick primary county depository bank, along with other routine matters. Surplus county property to be auctioned in March.
NEMiss.News Union Co. & New Albany School District logos

Local School Districts to Celebrate School Board Member Recognition Week

    New Albany and Union County School Districts will join districts across the state to thank school board members during School Board Member Recognition Week, February 13-19, for their leadership and service to local school…
NEMiss.News Union Co. Spelling Bee winners

NAMS spellers excel at the Union County Spelling Bee

Congratulations to the New Albany Middle School spellers who took the top positions at the Union County Spelling Bee!
NEMiss.News Unveiling B.F. Ford School historical marker

Descendants of B. F. Ford unveil state historical marker at school named for him

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Descendants of BF Ford unveil marker at BF Ford School in New Albany MS. A museum exhibit on Union Co. African-American schooling prior to desegregation opens Friday, February 11, 2022.
NEMiss.News BNA Bank, New Albany, MS

BNA Bank announces promotions

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BNA Bank of New Albany, MS, recently announced four new promotions.
NEMiss.News Lee Co. Sheriff Jimmy Johnson

Lee County Sheriff’s officers arrest 14-year old for making threat of violent act at an unspecified north Mississippi school.

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Fourteen year old arrested after federal cell phone surveillance intercepted a suspected threat of violence at a school.
NEMiss.News Know your heart health -Baptist Union Co.

Baptist Union County Offers HeartScore Screenings for American Heart Month

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During American Heart Month, Baptist-Union County is offering appointments for HeartScore screening for $50. The process is a non-invasive scan that takes about 10 minutes.