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Monroe, North Carolina
On Saturday, June 6, 2009, the Monroe Police Department will be hosting a 5K Torch Run for Special Olympics of North Carolina. The event will be held downtown Monroe starting with a fun run for the kids at 8:00 a.m. and a 5K run at 8:15 a.m. I have attached [...]
Union County, NC
Emergency response trailers ready to roll Two new Red Cross ready response trailers are ready to serve Union and Anson counties, thanks to a $19,575 grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation. The funds were designated to expand disaster support, including staff and volunteer training and shelter supplies. The grant allowed the Union County [...]
Union County, NC
Local Entrepreneur Goes Up Against the McCafé With perks like homemade pastries, local entertainment, and exemplary customer service, The Coffee Table is planning to give coffee house chains a run for their money. Move over Starbucks and McDonald’s because in August 2009, there will be a new café in Wesley Chapel, NC. Later [...]
Monroe, NC. Scott Health & Safety, Firefighter Combat Challenge
On Saturday, May 16, 2009, Scott Aviation on Goldmine Rd. played host to the 18th Annual Firefighter Combat Challenge. Monroe was the second stop in a 25 city tour. Teams from across North Carolina and other states competed in this grueling contest of physical fitness, [...]
Union County, NC
Union West Rotary Leadership Golf Challenge to be held on May 29, 2009 The tournament proceeds serve the community of Union County, NC through such projects as Books/Programs for Union West Library, enrichment and educational opportunities for local disadvantaged children & Youth Leadership Scholarships. The Union West Rotary also supports World Community [...]
Monroe, NC
Today I stopped by the Sun Valley Starbucks and bought my standard order. A tall “Pike Place.” When I walked back out to my truck I had an idea. I had not even began the intake of caffeine, so I don’t know where the idea came from. I decided to travel for [...]
Indian Trail, NC. Extreme Ice
Recently, Extreme Ice of Indian Trail, NC played host to the USA Hockey 12 & Under National Championships. This was a huge event for Extreme Ice & Union County, NC. Teams from across the nation came to compete. This was a great event to watch and the athletic ability of [...] My Mom
by Erin Monahan Diane Smith Dear Mom,
Monroe, NC. Kentucky Fried Chicken Coupon Controversy
Oprah gives free coupons from KFC for a free grilled chicken dinner. Limit 4 per family. Sounds simple, and a nice gesture, right? Well yes, it was a great gesture but this giveaway quickly turned south and became National News. Fox News reported this morning that a [...]
Charlotte, NC. Cycle Charlotte Event
Attention all bycycle enthusiasts from Union County. A huge event is scheduled next door to us in Charlotte, NC. Details of the event are below. Cycle Charlotte and the Inaugural Crank It UP! Music Festival Roll into Historic Southend on May 9. Come experience Charlotte without a windshield on May 9, [...]
Mothers Day
It will soon be Mom’s Special Day in Union County and Monroe, NC. A day when we all honor the wonderful women in our life. In honor of Mother’s Day, the Monroe Scoop will publish your special message to your Mom along with her photo. It’s very simple. Just click here to [...]
Monroe, NC. National Drinking Water Week
The City of Monroe Water Resources Department kicked off National Drinking Water Week with an educational booth and water purification demonstrations at Belk Tonawanda Park Friday and Saturday. Drinking Water Week is an opportunity for people across the United States to celebrate what a precious resource drinking [...]
Union County Neighbors. Union County, NC
Today, the Monroe Scoop is highlighting another Union County based community web site called “Union County Neighbors”. Union County Neighbors is a great place to check in on the happenings in our area and it also hosts a vibrant membership. Membership is free and the site allows you [...] |
    
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