
Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is continuing its partnership with Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government (HKS) to offer an education opportunity exclusively to alumni of the Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy.
Applications are now open for the Adult Leadership Obion County class of 2022-2023! The purpose of Adult Leadership Obion County is to identify and educate potential community leaders and to prepare them for roles that will make a difference in the community.

FTZs can bring in millions of dollars in additional profits and cost very little to maintain relative to the investment.

We are gearing up for our 100 Year Chamber Anniversary Celebration here in Obion County! In preparation for our milestone publication, we need YOUR help collecting historical and current data regarding local business and industry over time!

In May we had New Member Visits, Shark Tank Competition at Union City Middle School, and Plant Tour at Excel Boats.
County Commissioner Ralph Puckett was recently recognized by the TN County Commissioners Association for his 50 years of service.

Ford Motor Company's historic investment in West Tennessee's Blue Oval City tied for the No. 1 spot on Site Selection magazine's list for the Top North American Deals in 2021.
On May 13th, we enjoyed the annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at Wynridge Golf Course. It was a great day!
Milan, Tenn. - Dynamix Physical Therapy has been named the National Practice of the Year at the 2022 Ascend Conference in Charlotte, N.C., hosted by WebPT, a software company created for outpatient rehab companies.

In 2018, Leadership Tennessee presented the inaugural Dolly Parton Excellence in Leadership Award. Dolly, as the first recipient of the award, was present to receive the recognition.

The Sunset Chasers and The Fixx Breakfast and Burger Co. celebrated their ribbon cuttings in May!
On May 25th, the Annual Obion County Legislative Coffee was held at Discovery Park of Americas Simmons Bank Ag Center.
The Adult Leadership Obion County class graduated from the program. We are so proud of this group for their participation and support of Obion County!

Discovery Park of America unveiled four electric vehicle (EV) charging stations that will allow visitors to fully charge their vehicles while they visit the museum and heritage park in Union City, Tenn.

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

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.

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.
Twin Oaks Technology celebrated its ribbon-cutting in April!
Come check them out at their new location:
1604 W Reelfoot Ave. Union City, TN 38261