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UCSO Sgt. Bob Calamari holding up one of the main points of weakness for scams: cellphones. Photo by Shawn Jarrard

UCSO Scam Class helps people protect themselves

Having concluded its inaugural Citizens Academy last week, the Union County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to live up to its commitment to educating the public. Toward the same end, UCSO hosted another Scam & Fraud Awareness Class, too, at the Community Center on Aug.

(L-R) Volunteers Sandy Sandmeyer and Ro Boor led historical demonstrations at the Heritage Festival Saturday and Sunday, showcasing a love of local culture and a passion for carrying traditions of the past into the future. Photo by Brittany Holbrooks

Heritage Fest showcases beloved mountain traditions

The Union County Historical Society’s Annual Mountain Heritage Festival had a whole host of features to enjoy over Labor Day Weekend. 2026 marked an intentional return to the two-day festival’s focus on history and cultural education – clearly a hit among guests downtown.

U.S. Army Maj. Andy Friesen, center, has made his hometown proud by receiving a merit-based rank advancement, pictured here at his recent promotion ceremony. Photo/Submitted

Andy Friesen of Suches promoted to Army Major

Suches native Andrew “Andy” Friesen was recently promoted to the rank of Major in the United States Army after being selected for a merit-based promotion, recognizing his professional performance, leadership, and potential for service at higher levels of responsibility. Friesen is a graduate of…

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