Mark Whiteside is the new chief of the New Albany Fire Department.
The New Albany School District will return to school on a hybrid schedule that involves some in-person learning and some virtual instruction.
There is now a statewide mask mandate in place for the state of Mississippi, Gov. Tate Reeves has announced.
Kelsey Phillips, owner of the Vintage Rose Boutique, is celebrating one year of the business being open in downtown New Albany.
The Union County Heritage Museum has received a grant to offer virtual classes in memoir writing and mixed media/collage for those 55 years old and above.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Boys & Girls Clubs of North Mississippi will host their annual “Dance Like The Stars” event virtually on Aug. 22.
Mississippi Public Broadcasting’s television series “Mississippi Roads” jumps from the screen to your ears in the new “Mile Marker” podcast available Aug. 1.
Tupelo Community Theatre has announced auditions for its opening production of its 51st season, Little Shop of Horrors.
A New Albany woman said she was “very honored” to be appointed by Gov. Tate Reeves to serve on the Commission to Redesign the Mississippi State Flag.
Maxey Motor Co. Inc. is the oldest used car dealership in New Albany and Union County, the owner said.
Jade Hutchens, case coordinator in the Case Management Department, was recently named employee of the month at North Mississippi Medical Center.
Four people have been charged in an armed robbery that occurred at the New Albany McDonald’s on July 23, according to Police Chief Chris Robertson.
A 40-year-old New Albany man drowned in rough waters Monday in Florida trying to save his 15-year-old son, according to authorities.
A Memphis man has been arrested in connection with a burglary that occurred June 5 at a New Albany gun store.
The Mississippi sales tax holiday is this Friday and Saturday.
Riddle Heating and Air Inc. in New Albany offers the expertise and experience that customers expect.
Gov. Tate Reeves announced his appointment of Kent E. Smith as circuit judge for the 3rd Circuit Court District.
The New Albany School District has announced the return-to-school schedule for students who have selected the in-person, traditional school option.
A Union County resident has been appointed by Gov. Tate Reeves to serve on the Commission to Redesign the Mississippi State Flag.
Gov. Tate Reeves and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) launched the MEMA COVID-19 Emergency Relief Program to help relieve the financial burdens on counties and municipalities caused by the unprecedented pandemic.
A dog park is being planned for New Albany next to the tennis courts at BNA Bank park.
New Albany Mayor Tim Kent said he strongly encourages people to wear face masks if they cannot keep proper social distancing of 6 feet.
New Albany Nutrition owner Ben Matlock lost 42 pounds using the products his business sells.
A New Albany police officer is still off work after being injured in a vehicle wreck that occurred during a pursuit last month.
Scott’s Auto Repair in New Albany works on all makes and models of vehicles.
New Albany Main Street Director Billye Jean Stroud went before the Board of Aldermen on July 7 to discuss plans for the upcoming Tallahatchie Riverfest.
One of Union County’s finest will soon retire from the sheriff’s office.
A new comprehensive plan for the city of New Albany is expected to be adopted soon.
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union County, located at 200 State Highway 30 West, New Albany, will host a free back-to-school health fair for children 12 years and younger on Saturday, July 25 from 9-11:30 a.m.
Union County officials are moving forward on a project to overhaul the 911 dispatch system.
State Sen. Kathy Chism, R-New Albany, said she voted against a bill to change the Mississippi flag because she believes the people should have been allowed to vote on the issue.
Steve Robbins, the manager at Dipstix in New Albany, enjoys going to work every day.
The Union County Sheriff’s Office arrested a New Albany man on drug charges Monday, Sheriff Jimmy Edwards said.
New Albany Main Street and Community Development held a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 26, for McKenzie Outdoor, 501 State Highway 15 South.
The Mississippi Legislature on Sunday voted to remove the current state flag, which contains the controversial Confederate battle emblem.
Students in the New Albany School District are scheduled to return to school Aug. 6, said Superintendent Lance Evans.
A Mississippi Department of Transportation project was recently taking place in Union County on Interstate 22. The $5.1 million mill and overlay project was awarded to APAC-Mississippi. The project covers about four miles on I-22. It is taking place about seven miles east of the Benton Count…
A New Albany man has been charged with felony shoplifting for allegedly stealing a cellphone from the local Verizon store, police said.
Members of the Union County Board of Supervisors have weighed in on the controversial issue of changing the state flag.
A New Albany man was killed in a one-vehicle crash Wednesday, June 24 in Benton County, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
The Eyes2See optometry clinic in New Albany offers a homelike atmosphere, said owner Dr. Julie Brock.
The Union County Library is closed until further notice because an employee has tested positive for the coronavirus, library Director Sissy Bullock said Wednesday.
Tallahatchie Nutrition in downtown New Albany has been open just over a year.
The city of New Albany now has a better fire protection rating, which means insurance costs could possibly fall for some, an official said.
A New Albany man has been arrested in connection with an alleged shooting incident that occurred June 18, according to Police Chief Chris Robertson.
Two big events will take place Saturday in New Albany.
The New Albany Board of Aldermen is considering an ordinance to regulate food trucks.
A retirement reception was held last week for Susan Roberts, assistant to the New Albany mayor and deputy clerk. Mayor Tim Kent presented Roberts with a plaque during the reception at City Hall. Roberts, who grew up in Ingomar, worked for the city for more than 14 years and said she enjoyed …
