Union County MS News

Washington County residents in the affected area are being urged to shelter in place and follow updates from the county’s Emergency Operations Center.

Downtown New Albany will host a holiday open house and community tree lighting Sunday, Nov. 8. Shopping runs from 1 to 5 p.m., followed by the tree lighting at 5:30 p.m.

The New Albany Main Street Association said new Christmas lights have been added to trees in Cooper Park ahead of a Nov. 8 holiday open house and community tree lighting.

Teaching artist Jamie VanOekel will lead a basket-making class Nov. 20. The four-hour class costs $25, including supplies.

The Bronze Olive says extra virgin olive oil may support heart health when included in a balanced diet. The business promotes its Coratina variety as a daily option.

The National Weather Service issued a marginal risk for severe storms this afternoon and overnight in parts of the state.

Joanna Ozbirn spoke with the school’s CCR students about the work of speech-language pathologists and career opportunities in the field.

Atticus Wages reached a goal of 50 AR points, according to his second-grade teachers.

Landry Kent spoke with students about soft skills and education and career opportunities in Mississippi.

Landry Kent spoke with New Albany High School students about soft skills and education and career opportunities in Mississippi.