The Adult Leadership Obion County class enjoyed Medical Day on January 5th. The class visited Kizer Pharmacy, Dynamix Physical Therapy, Align Chiropractic, West TN Bone and Joint and Carey Counseling Center. They were also able to hear speakers from the staff at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Union City.

Senator Marsha Blackburn (pictured in middle), visited Obion County to tour the damage from December tornadoes. She then attended a roundtable discussion hosted at White Squirrel Winery in Kenton. Those looking for more information on tornado relief can visit https://obioncounty.org/tornado-relief.

The first Cup of Joe with the CEO event was a huge success! The City of Union City hosted the event in their courtroom on January 18th. Each department head gave updates on what's happening in the city as well as answered questions from the group.

Join us on February 15th at the Obion County Public Library to enjoy a cup of joe with the new president of Dyersburg State Community College!

Brooke Simmons recently graduated from the Delta Leadership Institute on January 12th. The DLI Executive Academy trains leaders from diverse backgrounds, sectors, and industries to improve the economic competitiveness and social viability of the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt.

Be sure to nominate someone/apply to be recognized as a young professional in Obion County under the age of 31. This is a great opportunity to expand your network with other young professionals in the area as well as be recognized for your contributions to the community. The 31 selected will be recognized on social media during the month of March, awarded a certificate, and recognized at a networking event. This is an exciting time to recognize young talent! Application deadline is Tuesday, February 22nd. 

Once again this year, The Tennessee Magazine asked readers to identify their favorites across the state — everything from milkshakes to scenic drives to flea markets and wineries— the answers came pouring in. And this year's winner of the 2021 Best of Tennessee Readers’ Choice Awards West Tennessee Winery... White Squirrel Winery. Also, be sure to visit the Tennessee Magazine website at tnmagazine.org for expanded results, including the winners and runners-up in every category.