For 60 years, Trackrock Campground & Cabins has served as a gem of a mountain getaway with its scenic property and welcoming atmosphere. Tommie Alexander – a Union County native and true visionary – saw that potential decades ago, prompting him to share the beauty of his family’s land with others. What started in 1953...
Multiple communities of Union County will come out on Saturday, July 4, to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America. From Blairsville to Suches, the day of celebration will be packed with free opportunities to honor the founding legacy of the nation and the patriotism that has helped keep it alive.
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the nation’s birth, a tremendous milestone that is taking Independence Day celebrations to a whole new level in 2026. While there are several options for local observations, one outstanding choice is the America 250 Downtown Blairsville Parade sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter Sons of the American...
