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The anniversary of one of the worst days in the nation's history is drawing close – September 11 is this Saturday. September 11 has joined December 7 as days which are forever etched in the memory our nation. Both days now are associated with tragedies which are beyond comprehension. No doubt,...
Several special events took place last Saturday which reflected the willingness of folks who live in Union County to pitch in when work needs to be done. Saturday morning, Anna-Jo Garden Club hosted a rededication ceremony in Anna for a Blue Star Marker which honors all of the men and women who...
A groundbreaking ceremony held Friday afternoon in east Anna symbolized an important step in plans for development of an important project. River to River Residential Corporation hosted the ceremony at the site of its newest supportive living facility, which will be located at 151 Denny Dr., just...
To the editor, The U.S. Postal Service has delivered America’s mail in snow, rain and dark of night. However, tough market conditions are creating new challenges for our business.  Skeptics say we’re not up to them. It’s time to dispel common myths and assure the American people that we will...
To the editor, Over 100 days ago, a tragedy happened in the gulf, a terrible oil leak spewing millions of barrels of oil into the water. Immediately, the cleanup started. The news media has done an excellent job of keeping us up to date in all happenings and not holding anything back. BP has...
<em>The following item originally appeared in The Democrat newspaper in Anna on Aug. 11, 1939.</em> <strong>County Festival?</strong> At Cobden Saturday will be held an event that epitomizes the life and blood of Union County, the second annual Union County peach festival...
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To the editor, In respect for the family and throughout the extended serious illness and recent death of Michelle Tripp Robinson, PAST has been reluctant to advertise or push in any way to raise further funds to purchase her parents' home, "The House Where Lincoln Stayed." At this time, Jim and...
A new school year is underway in Union County. As the 2010-2011 academic year gets underway, Union County schools face what just might be unprecedented financial challenges. These challenges will force those who oversee the operations of our public schools to be creative, and conservative, with...
A Union County tradition continues during the coming week. The 2010 Union County Fair starts this weekend at the Anna City Park in Anna. Again this year, the fair will offer a wide range of activities, including a pet parade, a community worship service, a queen pageant, go kart racing, rodeo...

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