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UCHS Senior Mady Adams and her proud father Chris flanked by Second Runner-Up Adelyn Cisneros, left, and First Runner-Up Lola Hunter. Photo by Todd Forrest

Mady Adams crowned UCHS Homecoming Queen

Senior Mady Adams was crowned Union County High School’s 2025-26 Homecoming Queen on a rain-soaked Friday night, Sept. 26, at Mike Colwell Memorial Stadium – the highlight of a week filled with school spirit and celebrations.

The 2025 Union County High School Homecoming Court

Homecoming Week set before big game Friday

Union County High School will crown its 2025-26 Homecoming Queen Friday night, Sept. 26, at Mike Colwell Memorial Stadium for a blend of pageantry, school spirit and football against Region 7-AA foe Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe.

Union County Fire Station No. 5 hosts the annual fireworks in Suches, and firefighters pulled off yet another display for the record books. Photo by Todd Forrest

Suches Fireworks light up Valley Above the Clouds

What began decades ago as a humble local celebration has transformed into one of North Georgia’s most anticipated – and fastest-growing – Independence Day celebrations. On Friday, July 4, the annual Valley Above the Clouds fireworks show returned to Woody Gap School, where an unconfirmed…

Blairsville Rodeo gives Gerald Patterson tribute

Blairsville Rodeo gives Gerald Patterson tribute

The Blairsville Pro Rodeo began as a summer attraction more than a decade ago, only to become a beloved local tradition that draws thousands of visitors to Union County every year, most recently over the weekend of June 20-21. “This year’s rodeo was one of the best,” said Union County Saddle Club…

The Farmers Market was back to its bustling self during the 2025 season opener on Saturday. Photo by Todd Forrest

Farmers Market celebrates new trail, Georgia Beef Day

The Butternut Creek Trail is officially open for foot traffic as of Saturday, June 7, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony during the opening weekend of the Union County Farmers Market. New in 2025, the trail celebrates Union County’s rich history and agricultural heritage.

The Collins Family and others came together to dedicate the donation and restoration of the Collins Cabin for ongoing preservation by the Union County Historical Society. Photo by Lowell Nicholson

Collins Cabin dedicated as FC marks turning 90

The Union County Historical Society celebrated a piece of local history on Saturday, May 24, hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the near-200-year-old Collins Cabin that was recently moved and restored on the Mountain Life Museum property in Downtown Blairsville. Furthermore, the event served as…

Union County FFA students received well-deserved recognition in the May regular meeting of the School Board. Photo by Todd Forrest

BOE honors students, purchases panic devices

In their regular meeting on Tuesday, May 13, members of the Union County Board of Education recognized 42 high schoolers who participate in career and technical student organizations on campus, honoring them for their outstanding achievements at state competitions and beyond. Headlining the awards…

Woody Gap School Valedictorian Mia Roberts celebrating during her solo commencement exercises on Saturday. Photo by Todd Forrest

Roberts stands apart as Woody Gap’s sole graduate

SUCHES – All eyes were on Mia Roberts during Woody Gap School’s graduation exercises on Saturday, May 24. The sole member of Woody Gap Class of 2025, Roberts received her diploma from Union County Superintendent John Hill during a ceremony held at the school auditorium.

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