Union County is located in the southern piedmont region of North Carolina. It was established in 1842 from parts of Anson, Mecklenburg, and Montgomery Counties. The county seat is Monroe. According to the 2019 US Census, the population of Union County was estimated to be 246,883.

Union County is governed by a seven-member Board of County Commissioners. The Board is elected by the citizens of Union County and is responsible for setting policy and providing direction to the County Manager. The County Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the County.

Union County is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and professional services. The county is also home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway, which hosts a variety of NASCAR events throughout the year.

Union County is served by the Union County Public Schools system, which includes 24 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools. The county is also home to several private schools, as well as the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Central Piedmont Community College.

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