Obion County, TN News

See some of our accomplishments in 2021 here!

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The Robert E. and Jenny D. Kirkland Discovery Award recognizes individuals for their contributions to inspiring children and adults to see beyond.

Union City, Tenn.—Discovery Park of America has announced the honorees for The Robert E. and Jenny D. Kirkland Discovery Awards Gala that will be held Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the museum and heritage park. The award recognizes individuals whose work, like that of Discovery Park, brings enlightenment, inspiration, and education to those whose lives they’ve touched.

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Miles and Bishop celebrated their Ribbon Cutting in December!

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According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the section of I-69 that runs alongside Discovery Park of America from a little northwest of the former Wingfoot Golf Course to Reelfoot Avenue was the first of three projects that encompass the I-69 loop around Union City.

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In the early 1900s, the Nailling building in Union City, Tenn. was one of the most modern office buildings in the region. While the outside was brick and stone, the interior featured imported tile, beamed ceilings, and elaborate fresco flooring.

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BIRMINGHAM, AL (November 12, 2021) –The Obion County Joint Economic Development Corporation has chosen Retail Strategies, the leading national community development firm, to develop and execute a retail recruitment strategy for Obion County with a focus on Union City. Union City previously partnered with Retail Strategies as participants in Retail Academy through a TNECD grant in 2019 and 2020.

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The Adult Leadership Obion County 2021-2022 class recently participated in Public Service Day on November 3rd. The class visited Union City Energy Authority, Obion County Mayors Office, and the Union City Municipal Building.

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On November 18th, the Run the Rails committee hosted a business after-hours event at Main Street Union City. During the event, the committee was able to present the Masquerade Theatre with a $10,000 check!

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This month, we celebrated 8 years of Hops and Barley. Hops and Barley is a local favorite, and we are so thankful that they call Obion County home! We also celebrated 1 year of Flowers with Sass.

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Brooke Simmons was recently inducted into the Union City Kiwanis Club on November 11th. Kiwanis is a global community of clubs, members, and partners dedicated to improving the lives of children one community at a time.

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Obion County Mayor Benny McGuire recognized County Court Clerk Crystal Crain, along with Clerk and Master Paula Rice at the latest County Commission meeting.

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BIRMINGHAM, AL (November 12, 2021) –The Obion County Joint Economic Development Corporation has chosen Retail Strategies, the leading national community development firm, to develop and execute a retail recruitment strategy for Obion County with a focus on Union City.

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In November, BB's storage had their ribbon cutting!

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Downtown Union City will have many merchants open for your Christmas needs on November 12 and 13!

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Come experience Discovery Park's 2021 Christmas Lights!

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! But for many of us, Christmas looks a lot like panic-buying a bunch of last-minute gifts online for people who deserve much better. Click "Read More" to see our guide to shopping for those you love. 

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The Adult Leadership Obion County 2021-2022 class recently participated in Agriculture Day on October 6th. The class visited Green Plains Obion, Obion County Central High School, and Discovery Park of America.

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“From where you are, to where you need to be.”

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