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HealthQuest Names Howard Wilkins As Volunteer Of The Year.

Union County, NC

HealthQuest of Union County honored its volunteers Thursday for outstanding service to the non-profit prescription assistance program.

Howard Wilkins was named Volunteer of the Year for his behind-the-scenes effort in preparing for the weekly distribution to clients. The 86-year-old Wilkins has volunteered at HealthQuest for three years, initially working one day a [...]

Monroe, NC Police Department To Host 5K Torch Run For Special Olympics On June 6, 2009

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.

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Union County, NC Red Cross Receives Additional Emergency Response Trailers

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 [...]

The Coffee Table Opening Soon In Wesley Chapel, NC

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 [...]

Scott Health & Safety “Firefighter Combat Challenge” Held in Monroe, NC. Video Highlights.

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 West Rotary Leadership Golf Challenge To Be Held On May 29, 2009 At Emerald Lake Golf Club.

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. 1 Mile At A Time Video.

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 [...]

Extreme Ice Hosts USA Hockey 12 & Under National Championships. Video Highlights

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 [...]

Special Mother’s Day Tributes. Happy Mother’s Day

My Mom
by Erin Monahan

Diane Smith

Dear Mom,
I wanted to thank you, for ‘sniglets’ and aching sides. For sore cheeks and tears running down my face. I want you to know how grateful I am for, “Wanna buy a toothbrush?” which will make us both laugh, even after two full decades of being our private [...]

Union County, NC. KFC’s Coupon Controversy And KFC President Youtube Response.

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 [...]

Attention Union County Cyclists: Cycle Charlotte Holding “Crank It Up” Event. Music Festival & Bike Ride.

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, [...]

Send Your Mom A Very Special Mother’s Day Message And Be Featured On The Monroe Scoop

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 [...]

City Of Monroe Kicks Off National Drinking Water Week

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” Community Web Site

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 [...]