Union County MS News

The Mississippi Forestry Commission says burn bans are in effect in multiple counties. Outdoor burning of any kind is prohibited in counties marked red on the commission’s map.

Families gathered in downtown New Albany for a holiday open house and community Christmas tree lighting. The New Albany Choir performed, and Santa posed for photos, organizers said.

Maddie Stanford and Penn Ashley were named Mrs. Samantha’s terrific kids for October.

The limited-time dish features grilled mahi mahi topped with pear, mango, spring mix and red peppers. It is finished with a roasted garlic white wine cream sauce.

Thirteen New Albany School District teachers received grants through the Dean Provence Endowment for Excellence in Education.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency’s Office of Response coordinates resources and works with local businesses during disasters. The office also brings in additional help when needed.

Blue Mountain Christian University Theater Players performed a mystery dinner theater production about millionaire playboy Paul Rainey at the Union County Heritage Museum.

The Union County Heritage Museum’s Rainey Night mystery dinner theater sold out this week. The event featured live theater about millionaire Paul Rainey, who lived at Cotton Plant.

Hayes Reeder, a third grader, reached 100 AR points.

The third annual Chief Anthony Anderson Memorial Softball Game is scheduled for Nov. 14 at BNA Park. Proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Mississippi Burn Camp Foundation.