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,…
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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…
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 Brandon Presley at Union Co. Courthouse

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 Brandon Presley at Union Co. Courthouse

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 Brandon Presley at Union Co. Courthouse

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 David Michael McGill

Missing man sought in Union County; concerns for his health and well being

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Union County MS officials seek information from the public on a man missing since Saturday January 22, 2022. Contact the Union County Sheriff's office with any pertinent information.
NEMiss.News Van Atkins fire still billowing morning of 1-22-2001

Fire Chief Mark Whiteside reminisces about dramatic fire at Van Atkins building

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New Albany's Fire Chief Mark Whiteside writes about the fire that destroyed the Van Atkins Department Store 21 years ago. He tells how the downtown and many firefighters were spared that night.
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Rampant spread of COVID closes some county, city buildings

Staffing shortages due to rampant COVID causes closure of some local public offices in New Albany, MS.
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Kevin Charles expansion to add 75 jobs at New Albany plant

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Kevin Charles Fine Upholstery announces an expansion that will bring 75 new jobs to the New Albany area. This is the company's second expansion in three years.
NEMiss.News UCTS tudents at Baker home

Museum seeking photos and objects for upcoming B.F. Ford School Exhibit

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The Union County Heritage Museum is seeking photos and other artifacts about the B.F. Ford School for an upcoming exhibit. Loaned items will be kept safe and returned when the exhibit ends at the end of March.
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Two NAHS Bulldogs sign with colleges

Congratulations to Bulldogs Kamron Carter and Cameron Knox, who recently signed up to play for Mississippi colleges.
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C. J. Bright named president of Union County board

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In a surprise move, District 3 Supervisor C. J. Bright was nominated and unanimously elected president of the Union County Board of Supervisors.

Many friends honored Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin at retirement reception at United Funeral Services

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Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin were honored at a retirement reception on Friday December 17 at United Funeral Services.

Victim in Myrtle shooting dies, case becomes a murder investigation

A shooting earlier today in Myrtle, MS has resulted in murder charges being placed against the shooter.
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New Albany & Union County School Districts Announce Partnership

New Albany School District and Union County School District announce partnership to widen career exploration and awareness.
NEMiss.News Reedy and Maclin to retire

Reedy and Maclin to be honored Friday

Larry Reedy and Thomas Maclin will be honored at a retirement reception at United Funeral Services.
NEMiss.News Brandon Presley at Union Co. Courthouse

Can Brandon Presley be the statewide winner Democrats can’t seem to find?

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Brandon Presley is being touted as the one Democrat who may have enough state-wide appeal to challenge a Republican candidate for Governor.