Community News

Litter Loaner Kits - Now Available!

Would your school or PTO like to organize a litter clean-up event before the start of the school year? Union County Solid Waste offers free litter loaner kits to area businesses, schools and community groups to use in their litter clean-up events. These kits include safety vests, litter grabbers, disposable gloves, and trash bags. Business owners or managers can use these kits to clean up litter near their businesses, or neighborhood or HOA groups can use them for community beautification days. Our Solid Waste staff will take the litter you collect for free. As a bonus incentive: with your permission, Union County may feature your organization in our official communications to show our thanks for your participation in this effort. Visit our website to submit an interest form.

New Stoplight in Wesley Chapel

A stoplight has been installed at the intersection of Wesley Chapel and Potter roads in Wesley Chapel. The stoplight is not yet operational, but drivers are encouraged to drive with caution in this area as traffic adjusts to changes at the intersection. According to information released by the Village of Wesley Chapel, the stoplight will be in place temporarily until a roundabout can be installed at this location.

Update: Lawyers Rd. Intersection 

Due to this week's weather, the roundabout project at Lawyers and Rocky River roads has been delayed. The road closure is now set to begin on Monday, August 5.

Community Events

National Night Out

Several municipalities in Union County will participate in National Night Out, a nationwide initiative organized by local police departments on the first Tuesday of August every year. The event provides a valuable opportunity to meet and connect with our dedicated police officers and first responders. Find more information about events scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6 at these links: Indian Trail Marvin   Marshville Waxhaw Lake Park will hold a National Night Out event in October.

Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale

Shop from a selection of like-new, gently-used books for all ages at our annual Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Main Library in Monroe. Friends of the Library members can enjoy early access to a wide selection of books at the Pre-Sale on Thursday, Aug. 8, 3 p.m. Not a member yet? Join today at any library location, by emailing unioncountyfol@gmail.com, or you can sign up at the pre-sale event to get first dibs on popular titles. Don’t miss the public sale on Friday, Aug. 9 and Saturday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Credit cards, cash or checks will be accepted.

Monroe Car Cruise-In 

The City of Monroe's Car Cruise-In series will continue on Friday, Aug. 9, from 6-8 p.m. along Main Street in downtown Monroe. This month's theme is sports cars. 

Unleash Your Inner Artist

South Piedmont Community College Personal Enrichment Classes

Master the art of drawing figures, landscapes, and nature in the Drawing Figures, Landscapes and Nature course offered by SPCC this fall. This course, priced at $95 (including all material costs), offers you the chance to develop your skills in human anatomy, perspective techniques, and animal drawing using various mediums. No previous experience needed; classes begin Aug. 12. Visit spcc.edu/personalenrichment for more classes and to register.

Healthy Living

Extreme Heat

Stay cool this summer and take these steps to stay safe: 

✔️ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, especially water.

✔️ Limit outdoor activities to cooler times of the day.

✔️ Wear light, loose clothing and apply sunscreen.

✔️ Check on vulnerable neighbors, including the elderly and pets.

✔️ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion such as heavy sweating, weakness, headache, nausea, and dizziness.

For more information on avoiding heat exhaustion and recognizing the signs, visit our Summer Safety page.

National Breastfeeding Month

As part of National Breastfeeding Month, it's important to share opportunities for breastfeeding mothers to have resources and community.

Did you know that WIC offers a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program and a monthly support group to WIC clients?

Connect with bilingual peer counselors, get one-on-one counseling, and participate in informative discussions. Use the eWIC card for easy access to your benefits. Visit ucgov.info/WIC or call 704.296.4899 for support!

Schedule Your Back-to-School Vaccinations Early

Schedule your child’s back-to-school vaccinations on any Friday from Aug. 2 to Sept. 20. Book now and enjoy your summer with one less thing to worry about!

Call 704.296.4423 to schedule your appointment.

School Supply Drive

Help us meet our students needs by donating school supplies at Union County Human Services located at 2330 Concord Ave., Monroe.

If you have any questions, contact Erica High at 704.296.4805.