BOE celebrates student success, firefighter efforts
The Union County Board of Education recognized the Union County High School Cross Country Teams at its Feb. 26 work session following state tourney placements for both boys and girls.
Community honors sacrifice with Iwo Jima commemoration
YOUNG HARRIS – The community gathered Monday morning, Feb. 16, at the Towns County Recreation Center to honor the legacy of one of the most significant battles in American military history during the annual Iwo Jima Memorial Ceremony.
Collins talks SPLOST; no FLOST vote in 2026
The topic of Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax featured prominently in Union County Sole Commissioner Harold Collins’ county meeting on Feb. 19, with a county-led presentation, a lengthy Q&A session, and an announcement regarding SPLOST’s return to ballots this year.
BOE qualifying begins next week in midterm election year
Qualifying for local, state and federal office takes place next week for eligible residents wishing to be candidates in the upcoming General Primary Election and Nonpartisan Election set for Tuesday, May 19. As this is a mid-term election, there are only three local seats up for grabs in 2026, all…
UCSO Sgt. Calamari receives commendation for scam efforts
Thanks to his regular scam awareness classes and work as a dedicated financial crimes investigator, Union County Sheriff’s Sgt. Robert “Bob” Calamari has been making a real difference in preventing residents from becoming victims of fraud-based crimes.
Castoff Pet Rescue turns 20
In February 2006, Shannon Elliott began fostering dogs in her home to make a difference for Union County’s four-legged residents, giving rise to an effort that would grow over the next 20 years into one of the most readily recognized local animal welfare groups: Castoff Pet Rescue. Formerly known…
NEDC graduates celebrate hard work & second chances
Two renewed souls graduated from North Enotah Drug Court on Feb. 12, surrounded by family and other loved ones as they looked forward to their new leases on life.
Kilpatrick, Legatt earn State Championship titles
MORROW, Ga. – Union County High School juniors Kevin Kilpatrick and Paxon Legatt capped dominant seasons by claiming state championships at last weekend’s Class AA Traditional State Tournament at the Clayton County Convocation Center.
Annual Night to Shine brings joy, dignity and celebration
First United Methodist Church of Union County was transformed into a ballroom of laughter, music and bright smiles on Friday, Feb. 13, as the community hosted its Ninth Annual Night to Shine prom for individuals with special needs.
Banquet recognizes academic excellence, community impact
By Samantha Laratta Community members gathered Thursday, Feb. 12, for the annual Evening with the STARs Banquet at the Union County Community Center, a night dedicated to celebrating academic excellence and the teachers who help make it possible.