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In Obion County, we’ve always understood the power of place: where history, innovation, and natural beauty come together to create something worth experiencing. That’s why recent updates from the Mississippi River Parkway Commission are especially exciting for our community and our region.
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When we celebrated our centennial anniversary in 2023, we had the opportunity to reflect on how far Obion County had come in a single century. By then, our community was home to a diverse mix of businesses from small, family-owned shops to major manufacturers and service providers serving customers around the world.
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By DONNA RYDER, Editor
The keys to a thriving community are jobs and an ample workforce. Both are needed for success. Obion County Joint Economic and Community Development Corp. officials work to get businesses and industries to not only locate here, but to stay here. Part of that quest involves an educated workforce willing to move here or stay here once they have completed their academic studies.
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For 25 years, Lorraine Jones has poured her heart into helping cancer patients across Obion County. As Co-founder and Executive Director of the Hometown Walk of Hope, Lorraine has built a legacy of compassion, service, and support for those facing one of life’s toughest battles.
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For over three decades, Fire Chief Karl A. Ullrich, Sr., has dedicated his life to protecting and serving the people of Union City. With 34 years in the fire service, including 26 with the Union City Fire Department, Chief Ullrich has risen through the ranks, becoming Fire Chief in January 2021. His journey from volunteer firefighter to department leader is a testament to his unwavering commitment to public safety.
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For over a decade, Julie Huggins has been a driving force in transforming lives through The Bridge of West TN, Inc. As one of its founders and the Administrator since 2017, Julie has dedicated her work to empowering women, especially single mothers, to overcome life-controlling circumstances and build a brighter future.
