Will school begin on time?
Unicoi County Director of Schools John English sits at his desk following live results of a survey that was …
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Commons on Main officially opens July 3
Whisk Bakery owner Ali Wainwright stands behind the counter of her new business in downtown Erwin. (Contributed photo)
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Benefits available to veterans
By Richard Rourk
There are many programs for veterans in the United States, but there is one issue – most …
Food City’s donation drive for Paralyzed Veterans of America begins
From Staff Reports
On July 1, Paralyzed Veterans of America will kick off its fundraising campaign with Food City and …
Asphalt plant causes concern for Unicoi residents
Trucks remain at the former Construction Asphalt Paving Services (CAPS) plant, which is now owned by Summers-Taylor, in Unicoi. …
Apple Festival a go – for now
By Richard Rourk
COVID-19 has caused everything from cancelations to delays to modifications for so many events across the country. …
Town of Unicoi BMA uses fund balance to balance budget
The Town of Unicoi Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the second and final reading of the town’s 2020-21 …
More local census responses needed, officials say
By Richard Rourk
It’s census time in America and it looks like many residents of Unicoi County are doing their …
4 arrested in reported shooting
Edward Sargent (Photo contributed by law enforcement)
By Richard Rourk
A reported shooting in Erwin during the early morning …
Voting by mail possible for all in Tennessee – at least for now
The Unicoi County Election Commission met on Monday, June 8, to prepare for upcoming 2020 elections. (Erwin Record Staff …
Erwin BMA hoping to avoid property tax increase this year
Town of Erwin officials say the 2020-21 fiscal year budget will most likely not include a property tax increase. …
United Way’s COVID-19 relief campaign reaches goal
By Richard Rourk
A local organization has reached its fundraising goal for COVID-19 relief.
“The United Way of Unicoi County …
PlastiExports purchases Regal plant
The Regal plant in Riverview Industrial Park in Erwin has been purchased by PlastiExports, a Mexico-based company, according to …
Another adoption journey
Top photo, Unicoi County native Rachel (Whitson) Davis and her husband, Kurt, recently finalized the adoption of Elkin, second …
Farmers markets opening soon
The towns of Erwin and Unicoi will soon open their annual farmers markets – albeit under COVID-19 restrictions. Unicoi’s …
Unicoi Quarry closes
The Unicoi Quarry, owned by Blue Water Industries, located at 4175 Marbleton Road, in Unicoi recently closed. (Contributed photo …
Gentry Stadium work progresses
Renovations at Gentry Stadium, including new bleachers, are expected to be complete by the end of the summer, according …
Erwin to display ‘Hometown Heroes’ banners
Town of Erwin Mayor Doris Hensley holds one of the Hometown Heroes banners that will be on display in …
Leaders chosen for new ambulance service
Adam Copas, top photo, has been named the first director of the new Unicoi County EMS ambulance service. Dr. …
‘Honor My Grad’ free feature now available online
From Staff Reports
Want to honor your graduating senior? The Erwin Record can help.
With high school and college graduations …