Please join Sweet Union Republican Women on  Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Weddington Swim and Racquet Club located at 3344 Preston Rd, Monroe NC 28112.  Our guest speakers will be J.R. Rowel (Chairman) and Brian Helms (Vice Chaiman) of the Union County Commissioners.  Our social time begins at 6:30pm and the meeting will begin at 7:00pm. 

Chairman J.R. Rowell was appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board of Commissioners in October 2023 due to the untimely passing of Chairman Stony D. Rushing. Rowell served as Clerk of Superior Court for Union County from 2006-2022 before retiring. Before being elected as Clerk of Superior Court, Rowell served as a trooper, sergeant, and first sergeant for the North Carolina Highway Patrol. Through his tenure with the North Carolina Highway Patrol and the Union County Clerk of Superior Court, Rowell has showcased his exceptional ability to lead people through stressful situations and balance the needs of a large organization.  

Rowell, a Union County native, is a graduate of Parkwood High School, Central Piedmont Community College (A.A.S.), Gardner-Webb University (B.S.), and Pfeiffer University (M.S.). He shared 22 years of marriage with the late Rita Rowell until her passing. He is the father of a grown daughter and son and grandfather to three young grandsons. Rowell is a devoted member of the West Monroe Baptist Church, where he has served as a deacon, usher, and part of the security team. 

Rowell’s ability to communicate, empathize and collaborate with various stakeholders makes him a trusted and approachable figure within the community.

Vice Chairman Brian Helms was elected to the Union County Board of Commissioners in November 2022. He is a lifelong resident of Union County and graduate of Piedmont High School. Helms is a husband and a father of two children, both of whom are currently enrolled in Union County Public Schools.  

Commissioner Helms has been employed by a local manufacturing company for over 24 years. In addition to a strong background in project management, he manages a training program with nationwide reach. His responsibilities include developing budgets and assessing risk and ROI for company projects. Helms supports education at all levels and holds active Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM) and Corporate Trainer Certified (CTC) professional credentials. He attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His passion for education was partly inspired by his grandfather who taught Agriculture in UCPS.

Commissioner Helms believes in traditional conservative values, hard work and common-sense policy. He believes in limited government that works for the people and that is accountable to the people.  

You are cordially invited to

 Sweet Union Republican Women's Garden Party  

Saturday, May 4, 2024

at Henry Hall Wilson House

1301 E Franklin St, Monroe, NC 28112

2:30pm-4:30pm

 

Keynote Speakers:

Dr. Mark Harris

Candidate for North Carolina's 8th Congressional District

Mark Robinson

Candidate for North Carolina Governor

 

Guest Speaker:

 

Dr. Christin McMasters

THE Liberty Belle ~ Constitutionalist & Educator

 

We will be selling raffle tickets for $500 in gift cards and many more great items!

You do not need to be present to win!

Link to buy Raffle tickets

https://secure.anedot.com/sweet_union_republican_women/may2024raffle

 

No Walk Ins permitted - Online RSVPs REQUIRED - Limited seating/access

Prior to the event starting any candidate can come and meet our attendees and give out their literature.

2024 Judges Picnic Please join Sweet Union Republican Women, The Forum, Union County YRs and the Union County GOP Date: Saturday, August 19th Time: 2-4 pm Place: Home of Pat & Barbara Harrison 2001 Belle Forest Ct. Waxhaw, NC 28173 Hamburgers, hot dogs, and drinks provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. You will receive a gate code after you RSVP