Archived beginning in 2021, this is a fast, convenient summary of the current day’s state, national and worldwide news items we believe our readers will find of interest. This service is posted Monday – Friday.

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.…

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…

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…

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…

House passes child tax credit, business tax relief; path in Senate uncertain – National & International News – THU 1Feb2024

House passes child tax credit, business tax relief; path in Senate uncertain. US court finds Israel 'plausibly' committing genocide; takes no action to stop Biden supporting it. 

Border showdowns in Texas and Washington – National & International News – WED 31Jan2024

While TX Gov. Abbott and Pres. Biden lock horns over border enforcement, Washington Republicans in the House appear ready to sabotage a tough new border bill - at Trump's behest.

3 US soldiers killed in Jordan as Israel war spreads – National & International News – MON 29Jan2023

3 US soldiers killed in Jordan as Israel war spreads.  US, 16 other countries cut funding to UN's Palestinian refugee agency following Oct. 7 allegations

UN Court finds Israel may be committing genocide. What now? – National & International News – FRI 26Jan2024

"Torture" death of Alabama inmate condemned. UN Court rules against Israel in genocide case, orders emergency measures. 

Mississippi lawmakers want to restore ballot initiatives — but not for abortion – National & International News – THU 25Jan2024

Mississippi lawmakers want to update our state's ballot initiative process to allow voters a direct say on policy - unless they want a say on abortion.

Supreme Court declines to halt Alabama gas execution, set to take place Thursday – National & International News – WED 24Jan2024

Supreme Court declines to halt Alabama gas execution, set to take place Thursday. Russia says Ukraine shot down plane carrying 65 of its own POWs.
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Trump projected to defeat Nikki Haley in New Hampshire primary – National & International News – TUE 23Jan2023

Trump projected to defeat Nikki Haley in New Hampshire. "Ceasefire" write-in campaign in Democratic primary. Israel says 24 IDF soldiers killed in Gaza during demolition.

DA in Trump GA case accused of affair with prosecutor, who paid for trips – National & International News – MON 22Jan2024

DA in Trump GA case accused of affair with prosecutor, who paid for trips. Two US Navy seals lost in anti-Houthi operation identified.

Oregon: Teen saves baby after 3 people electrocuted in front of her home – National & International News – FRI 19Jan2024

Oregon: Teen saves baby after 3 people electrocuted in front of her home.  Alabama inmate asks appeals court to halt gas execution next week.  Israel: Ministers furious after reports Netanyahu nixed hostage deal. 

Red Cross issues urgent call for more blood donations in January – National & International News – MON 15Jan2024

Red Cross issues urgent call for more blood donations in January. Iowa: Hero principal dies after school shooting. Yemen: Houthis attack American shipping for the first time after US-led air strikes. 

Yemen’s Houthis vow retaliation after US, UK carry out air strikes – National & International News – FRI 12Jan2024

Arctic blast brings freezing temps, snow across US. Yemen's Houthis vow retaliation after US, UK carry out air strikes. 

Trump launches impromptu tirade at judge in close of NY civil case – National & International News – THU 11Nov2023

Trump launches impromptu tirade at judge in close of NY civil case. FAA at last investigates Boeing after plane door blowout. Ukraine MPs reject bill to crack down on draft dodgers.