County Manager Rescinds
Stage 1 Water Use Restrictions
Union County Manager Brian Matthews has rescinded the previously implemented Stage 1 water restriction plan as a result of recent substantial rainfall across the region.
Due to regional drought conditions last fall, Union County has been in a heightened state of water conservation since November 2023. At that time, Matthews directed staff to implement Stage 1 of water use restrictions as described in the county’s Water Shortage Response Plan. On Jan. 22, 2024, Matthews directed staff to shift back to Stage 0 of water conservation restrictions. Read the full story on our website.
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Kindergarten Registration Starts Feb. 1
Kindergarten registration opens for the 2024-2025 school year Feb. 1. Union County parents of children who will be five years old on or before Aug. 31, 2024, must enroll students for kindergarten through Scribbles, the district’s online enrollment portal. Families can access Scribbles online.
Pre-K information sessions start next week. Click here for more information.
Union County Public Schools (UCPS) is home to 30 elementary schools that provide competitive academic offerings and a well-rounded educational experience for our youngest students. Kindergarten is an important milestone for children, and UCPS is here to guide families through the enrollment process. Parents are encouraged to visit the kindergarten registration page to learn more about what is needed to register their child. This page also includes a registration guide, a health assessment form and a school assignment finder.
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NC Opportunity Scholarship Program
The Opportunity Scholarship program was created by the North Carolina General Assembly in 2013. Scholarships are awarded based on a family’s household income and can be used to pay the required tuition and fees to attend an eligible private school. This year, the North Carolina General Assembly expanded the NC Opportunity Scholarship program for families choosing a private school option. View details on the program and how to apply.
Union County Human Services Campus
Goes Tobacco-Free
Starting Feb. 1, 2024, the Union County Human Services campus will be a tobacco-free zone. This initiative is required to comply with NC Medicaid Division of Health Benefits’ requirements and to follow the NC State Local Public Health Accreditation benchmarks. It aims to create a healthier environment for everyone on our campus and our community.
What does this mean for you?
- No smoking, vaping, or use of any tobacco products on campus.
- Resources for those who wish to quit tobacco.
- A cleaner, fresher, and more inviting space.
For more information on the ordinance and resources for tobacco cessation, please visit our website.
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January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
More than 13,000 women are diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer each year. The Board of County Commissioners proclaimed January to be Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in Union County at the Board meeting on Dec. 18, 2023.
The North Carolina Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (NC BCCCP) provides free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings and follow-up to eligible women.
Appointments for the Union County BCCCP Clinic are currently available on Monday mornings.
To schedule an appointment, call 704.296.4423.
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Movies at Dowd Center Theatre
Saturday Screenings at the Dowd Center Theatre in downtown Monroe are back! Admission is $2 at the door and all showings begin at 5 p.m. Click here to see the full lineup.
Harlem Wizards
The Union West and Monroe-Union Breakfast Rotary Clubs are sponsoring games with the famous Harlem Wizards! Come see some of your favorite elementary school teachers and coaches play basketball against the Wizards players. Purchase tickets for the 7 p.m. games at Sun Valley High School on Friday, Feb. 2, and at Monroe High School on Saturday, Feb. 3. Proceeds provide scholarships for local high school seniors. View details on Facebook.
Family Fun Time
The Union County Library is hosting Family Fun Time every Thursday at each library location from 4 to 6 p.m. Drop-in to play card games, board games, and LEGO bricks with the occasional craft thrown in the mix. Click here for event details.
Downtown First Fridays
Join the Town of Waxhaw Friday, Feb. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Downtown Waxhaw on the First Friday of each month. Get ready to enjoy the sounds of local musicians, savor the flavors of local business, and uncover hidden gems at local shops. Click here to view the town's event calendar.
Fashion & Hair Show
In celebration of Black History Month, Union County Library is hosting a Fashion Walk and Hair Show on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 3 to 5 p.m. Union County hairstylists and community members will walk the stage to showcase their fashion and styles. Click here for event details.
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