Obion County, TN News

Thunderbolt Radio and Digital President and General Manager Paul Freeman Tinkle is being inducted into the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame.

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Obion County, Tenn. Tourism Development Committee Makes Funds Available for Tourism Marketing Initiatives

Obion County, Tenn. – The recently appointed Obion County, Tenn. Tourism Development Committee has launched a program for individuals, companies, and organizations to access funds generated by the hotel/motel tax. Grants are available for special events, festivals, and initiatives that demonstrate the ability to attract visitors and generate overnight stays in Obion County, and increase business at area shops, hotels, and restaurants.

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This month, Union City Carpet Center celebrated 50 years in business! We are so excited for Trent and Debbie and their journey in Obion County.

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The Adult Leadership Obion County class enjoyed Arts and Entertainment Day on April 6th and Law Day on April 22nd. The days were packed full of sessions about community assets and services!

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Come join us for Samburg's "Fire On The Water" Memorial Day celebration on May 28, 2022!

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Food truck festival happening May 13 & 14 at the Obion County Fair Grounds.

Opening times are 4 P.M. Friday and 11 A.M. Saturday 

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Get ready for Rhythm on the Rails summer music series!

Happening on Friday Evenings starting at 5:30 P.M. all May and June 2022!

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EP. 117: KEVIN RUMLEY: A VETERAN’S ROAD TO RECOVERY

This special episode featuring Kevin Rumley was recorded live at Discovery Park’s recent Military History and Armed Forces Symposium.

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The map of attractions includes a map of Obion County, Tenn. as well as things to do and see, parks, cultural activities, shopping, restaurants, and other points of interest. You can view the map of attractions and view our welcome booklet here. 

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In December 2021, a deadly tornado ripped through Obion County and devastated many homes, businesses, and families in its path. Sadly, our county also experienced a loss of life. Our Chamber of Commerce is honored to have participated in the tornado relief efforts that took place throughout our county and helped mend some of the brokenness left behind.

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This month we had a lot of great things happening in Obion County! See all we had going on below.

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Obion County has been awarded for economic development by receiving the ThreeStar award from the State of Tennessee. ThreeStar serves to promote economic and community prosperity through collaboration to positively impact Tennesseans.

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On March 14th, we were able to celebrate The Bridge with an anniversary certificate. They have been serving Obion County for 10 years now, growing tremendously along the way. Happy Anniversary to The Bridge!

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Hosted by the Delta Regional Authority, the inaugural Delta Summit brought together community leaders from across the eight-state DRA region to discuss and learn more about the region’s opportunities for economic development, rural revitalization, and community resiliency.

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We were able to attend the Tennessee Chambers ICE program this month. The event was full of information to help chamber professionals continue developing meaningful programs in their community.

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The Adult Leadership Obion County class enjoyed Economic Development Day on March 2nd. The day was packed full of sessions about what drives economic development in our county.

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Union City Micropolitan Area Unites Bi-State Region and Ranks #1 in 2021 Top Mississippi Rover Metros!

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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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