Community News

The Union County Sheriff's Office's free smartphone app now offers an enhanced Animal Adoption and Services feature. This new feature allows app users to view all of the animals within our Animal Shelter that are currently available for adoption. Animal Shelter hours, adoption fees, and volunteer information can also be found under this new feature. If you haven’t already, be sure to download the free app (Android | Apple/iOS).

County Employee Achievements

Deputy Receives School Resource Officer of the Year Award

Union County Sheriff's Office Deputy Michael Gallagher has been named the 2023-2024 Union County Public Schools School Resource Officer of the Year. It is Gallagher's third year at Sun Valley High School. Read more about the recognition. Sheriff Eddie Cathey thanks UCPS for recognizing a member of the UCSO family and for the district's continued partnership to keep students, staff members and school campuses safe.

Union County Horizon Is An
Award-Winning Newsletter!

Union County's Public Communications team recently earned two Excellence in Communications Awards for both weekly newsletters the team produces to share vital information with county employees and the community. This newsletter earned first place in the state! Read more about the recognition.

Union County Employees Collect 455 Pounds of Litter 

Several Union County employees volunteered to pick up litter from roadways in Monroe and Wingate as part of the N.C. Department of Transportation's Spring Litter Sweep. Employees collected 455 pounds of litter from along Goldmine Road in Monroe and Summerlin Dairy Road in Wingate.

Would you like to organize a litter clean-up in your area?

Union County Solid Waste loans litter collection kits to help with area clean-up efforts. Visit our website to learn more.  

Southwest Regional Library Celebrations

The opening of the Southwest Regional Library was quite a success! Last Friday on opening day, more than 600 patrons visited the new library. Saturday's grand opening celebration brought more than 2,000 visitors and we issued more than 330 new library cards! Check out this new video from the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Southwest Regional Library. Visit the Union County Library's website for information on digital resources, programs, events, locations, and more.

Thrive! Union Symposium Highlights Strategies to Address Affordable Housing

Last month, leaders, experts, and community members came together at the Thrive! Union Symposium to tackle one of the region's most pressing challenges: making affordable housing attainable for everyone. This pivotal event, aligned with the Healthy Union Advisory Coalition, brought to light the critical housing challenges faced by our community, particularly among essential workers like teachers and first responders. Read the full story.

Community Events

Friday Flicks

The Town of Indian Trail is hosting Friday Flicks today, Friday, April 26, at 6 p.m. Enjoy free activities and games before the movie begins at sunset. Click here for event details. 

Marvin Day Celebration

The third annual Marvin Day Celebration is happening this Saturday, April 27. The fun kicks off at 4 p.m. with live music, food and games. Don’t miss the fireworks show at 9 p.m. Click here for event details.

Job Fair Next Week

Join South Piedmont Community College on Tuesday, April 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a job fair at the Union County Agricultural and Conference Center. Discover exciting opportunities, connect with local employers and explore staffing agencies.

Free Documentary Screening & Veteran Support Event

"The Veteran’s Battlefield," a powerful film highlighting the struggles and triumphs of our veterans, will be shown at the Dowd Center Theatre on Thursday, May 2. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the screening begins at 7 p.m. This is a free event open to the public. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect and show your support.

Healthy Living

April is Healthy Homes Month

Chronic health symptoms can be caused by various issues in a home, including lead, mold, pests, and poor indoor air quality. Visit Environmental Health's Healthy Homes page for additional resources and guidance in keeping your home healthy. 

Immunization Week

Observed the last week of April, Immunization Week provides an opportunity to learn about the benefits of immunization in protecting against infectious diseases. View recommended vaccination schedules.