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New Albany, MS Gobble gobble, Patterson home open at Thanksgiving

Gobble, Gobble — Wobble, Wobble— Happy Thanksgiving!

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Guest Author Steve Patterson wrote this special Thanksgiving Day post in 2019. We hope our readers will enjoy reading Steve's Thanksgiving thoughts as they give thought to their own blessings.
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…

Aldermen hear Boys & Girls Club request to turn old tennis courts into basketball courts (3-3-26)

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The Board of Aldermen heard a request from Marquel Conner of the Boys & Girls Club to turn the old city tennis courts into basketball courts - and addressed other city business.
Union County Hallelujah Trail

Union County celebrates its unique Hallelujah Trail, honoring the contributions of its oldest churches

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The Union County Hallelujah Trail churches were honored in a celebration at the Magnolia Civic Center on March 8, 2026. A large crowd gathered to recognize this unique Union County undertaking, established in 2017.

Board of Supervisors increase storm debris removal contracts and approve repairs (3-2-2026)

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The Board of Supervisors increased the cap of storm debris removal contracts and approved repairs to county property.

Museum to host Astronomy Night at Ingomar Mounds March 6

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The Memphis Astronomical Society will join Union County Heritage Museum at a free Astronomy Night program at the Ingomar Mounds. See how to sign up for the event on line.
NEMiss.News Double murder victims

Panola County law enforcement seeks public information in double murder investigation

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On March 1, 2026, two murder victims, both from the Memphis area, were discovered in a remote area of Panola County. They may possibly have been there to transact a purchase from Facebook Marketplace.
NEMiss.News voting day

Tuesday February 24 is Special Election Day for New Albany’s Third Ward

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Heads up, New Albany Ward Three voters! Tomorrow is the Special Election to chose who will complete the 3+ remaining years of former Alderman Kevin Dale White's four year term. Grab your ID and go vote.

Supervisors approve purchase of debris-clearing equipment (2-17-2026)

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Supervisors approved emergency purchase of debris-clearing equipment and addressed other county business in a quick meeting.
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UMMC suspends some services after cyberattack

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The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson has reported a cyber attack on February 19. Their statewide clinics are being closed.
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Etta Hills Farm’s regenerative Ag mission to be discussed at Feb. 19 Museum Moments

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Etta Hills Farm's Founder Dr. Allen Williams, Ph.D, will discuss the farm's mission of serving as a beacon of regenerative farming in North Mississippi at the February Museum Moments presentation. A free lunch will be provided, and the event is open to the public.
NEMiss.News Youth of the Year 2026 Boys & Girls Club

Ezekiel H. of New Albany Boys & Girls Club named 2026 North Mississippi YOUTH OF THE YEAR

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Congratulations to Ezekiel H. of the New Albany Boys & Girls Club for being named 2026 Youth of the Year for North Mississippi Boys & Girls Clubs.
NEMiss.News NWS Ice storm Map 1:00 pm 1-23-26

It’s definitely coming: Latest storm forecast as of 12:45 pm January 23 detailed; tips for dangerous weather

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Union County has been placed under a severe storm warning. Click for information on the storm and necessasry safety precautions. Expect serious power outages, extreme cold temperatures.
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Steve Patterson: Have you ever seen a turtle sitting on a fence post?

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Guest Author Steve Patterson recalls that Jim Buck Ross taught him a useful life lesson about the various benefits of asking for, and accepting, help from others when you need it.