Community News

Construction Is Progressing on the New Southwest Regional Library!

As you drive along Cuthbertson Road in Waxhaw, you can see the framework and walls being constructed for the new Southwest Regional Library. With approximately 19,000 square feet, this new library will play a crucial role in our community. It's tentatively scheduled to open in the spring of 2024.

Learn more about the library and how you can invest in helping fund the amenities and books by visiting the Library Foundation's website. 

County Surplus Vehicles Being Sold at Auction

Ten vehicles that were previously assigned to county employees, including cars, vans, and trucks, are currently available for the public to purchase through an auction on GovDeals. The surplus vehicles include retired fleet cars, service trucks, and specialized vehicles used by various county departments. The auction closes Tuesday, Aug. 1. Learn more about the surplus vehicles and auction details.

Give Input on Planned Route for Waxhaw Parkway

Union County and the towns of Mineral Springs and Waxhaw are considering changing the planned route for the future Waxhaw Parkway. This new road is not yet funded and will likely not be constructed for at least a decade. However, local planners are working now to ensure the plans represent the community’s needs, interests and priorities. Learn more about the proposed change to the planned route for this future roadway on our website or at a public meeting on Thursday, Aug. 3. Submit your feedback using our online survey before the public input period closes on Aug. 20, 2023.

Community Events

Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream

Enjoy a perfect introduction to Shakespeare for children and families on Thursday, July 27, 2 p.m. at the Monroe Library. The event is staged by Shepherd Shakespeare Company.

City of Monroe

• The Dowd Center Theatre has showings this weekend! All showtimes begin at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $2. On Friday, July 21, come out to watch "Dirty Dancing," and on Saturday, July 22, come out to watch the epic "Star Wars" film from 1977!
• In partnership with Union County Parks and Recreation, Monroe Parks and Recreation will host a movie night at the Dickerson Center on Friday, July 28. Bring a pillow or a blanket for the showing of "The Super Mario Movie." The movie will begin at dusk.
• Jam out with us for Music on Main on Friday, July 28! This month's feature is 90s Kids, a superfly tribute band.

Town of Indian Trail

• Let's play Supersize IT! This event will feature life-size games, music, crafts, and more at Chestnut Square Park on Friday, July 21, 6-9 p.m.

Village of Lake Park

• Red Cross Blood Drive on Saturday, July 22, 1-5:30 p.m. at the Community Center.

Town of Waxhaw

• The Town of Waxhaw will host the Aerial View Band for the summer concert series, Jammin' by the Tracks, under the water tower on Friday, July 28, at 7 p.m.

Healthy Living

Keep You and Your Pets Safe

This week, a stray cat in the southeastern part of Union County tested positive for rabies. It was killed after biting a man along the 6100 block of White Store Pageland Road. Residents who live in the area should monitor their pets and report any concerning behavior or symptoms to your veterinarian or Union County Animal Services.

Public Health and Animal Services offer these reminders to keep you and your pets safe:

1. Do not leave food outside for animals to have access to.

2. Make sure your pets are up to date on vaccinations.

3. Avoid direct contact with wild or stray animals.

Drowning Prevention

July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day, in which the World Health Organization (WHO) raises awareness of the six evidenced-based, low-cost drowning interventions to reduce the risk of drowning.

1. Train bystanders for safe rescue and resuscitation. Find a CPR Certification class near you.

2. Set and enforce safe boating, shipping, and ferry regulations. Learn about the importance of wearing a life jacket.

3. Improve flood risk management locally and nationally. Learn about your flood risk.

4. Install barriers controlling access to water. Read a list of the 10 do's and don'ts of pool fencing.

5. Always ensure children are constantly supervised by a responsible adult when around water. Download this "Water Watcher Card" - the perfect water safety tool to help you and your friends take turns supervising your kids.

6. Teach children basic swimming, water safety, and safe rescue skills. Click here for a list of swimming lessons offered in Union County.

Swimming-Related Illnesses

People can get diseases from water in swimming pools, hot tubs, spas, splash pads and natural bodies of water. Learn more.