Obion County, TN News
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Industry Tours have been taking place in Obion County. Check it out!
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For June's Very Important Business Event, we heard from Elizabeth Pritchett with Eliz Pritchett Consulting on how to better brand your business. We learned that a brand is much more than your logo, and tips on how we can better our brands!
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Summer Series - Vine and Branch
Walking into Vine + Branch, the first thing you will notice is the fresh atmosphere – not only from the flowers but the bright and colorful hand-picked gift items you will see lining every shelf.
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Dr. Keith Carver, Lindsay Frilling, Scott Williams, and Jake Bynum recently gave a virtual tour of Discovery Park of America to the Leadership Tennessee Network.
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On Friday, June 18th, we enjoyed a day at the splash pad in Union City!
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Union City, Tennessee, June 3, 2021 – Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City received an ‘A’ grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety.
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Be sure to look at the new and improved Kenton website to stay up to date on the latest news!
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"Challenges stemming from the pandemic and economic crisis were ranked as less important than long-existing rural challenges."
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Obion County Farmers Market
214 E Church St.
Union City, TN 38261
Hours:
Tuesday and Thursday - 2:00 pm
Saturday - 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Application Deadline - Monday, August 2, 2021
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The new Hampton Inn off of Highway 51 is currently under construction. The tentative opening date is May 2021. This hotel will have 75 rooms and is in a prime location near the new I-69 project.
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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. The section to the southwest down to US 51 was the second section. Both segments have been completed up to final grading which means they are ready for paving.Currently in the construction phase is the section a little northwest of the former Wingfoot Golf Course to US 45 and US 51 about halfway to Fulton, Ky.
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Discovery Park of America provides a one-of-a-kind, transformational experience first envisioned by Robert and Jenny Kirkland. The location was chosen as a way for them to give back to Union City, their West Tennessee hometown.
When Robert Kirkland held his first public meeting to explore the creation of a museum in Union City, more than 250 members of the community showed up to declare their desire to be part of his mission to create a center of culture and education in West Tennessee.
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The UT Martin Office of Research, Outreach, and Economic Development has partnered with the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development (TNECD) to promote the Opportunity Zones (OZ) in West Tennessee. Click the button below to view a presentation on the Obion County, Tennessee opportunity zone investment prospectus.
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This week Gov. Lee released a new video featuring a special message from Dolly Parton and her song “My Tennessee Mountain Home” to celebrate 225 years of statehood. Titled "Home", the video highlights the culture, natural beauty, and iconic landmarks in communities across the state. Check out the new video, "Home" by clicking the button below.
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On May 13th, Discovery Park of America hosted an information session on American Advertising Federation.
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The first-ever Obion County Fair BBQ Cookoff and Food Truck Festival was a huge success! The event was held May 14-15 at the Obion County Fairgrounds.
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For May's Very Important Business Event, we heard from the Tennessee Bureau of Workers Compensation about the new R.E.W.A.R.D. program.
