The Erwin Record

09/05/2026

"The Dog Stars" is a movie that offers a quiet look at the end of the world.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/389330/the-dog-stars-is-introspective-look-at-worlds-end/

Based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Peter Heller, "The Dog Stars" hit theaters with a bit of an underwhelming umph. This is one of the rare cases where the movie is better than its opening box office of roughly $8 million suggests. "The Dog Stars" is now available only in theaters.

09/04/2026

What are your Labor Day plans? Share in the comments.

09/04/2026

A new bike shop in Erwin is ready to tackle all cycling needs.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/388324/winfields-bike-shop-ready-to-meet-local-cycling-needs/

Winfield's Bike Shop, a new business in Erwin, is providing local residents with the opportunity to deal in all things related to bicycles, whether that is buying a bike or having repairs made to a bike.

09/03/2026

Get your Apple A Day photos entered in our contest. Portal at erwinrecord.net

09/03/2026

Project Allman is scheduled for a return engagement this Saturday at Capitol Hall.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/388701/return-engagement-by-project-allman-set-for-sept-5/

The group's drummer David Cohen spoke to The Erwin Record about tribute band Project Allman.

09/02/2026

Michael Hensley has served longer than any other sheriff in county history. A retirement reception is planned Friday in his honor.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/389435/local-leaders-reflect-on-hensleys-time-as-sheriff/

After 14 years as Unicoi County sheriff, Mike Hensley is stepping away from the position as the longest-serving sheriff in the county's history, leaving behind a career that local officials say was defined by service, cooperation and a commitment to the community.

09/02/2026

Dolly went the distance to help after the Helene devastation in 2024.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/388844/how-dollys-philanthropy-went-the-distance-after-helene/

Dolly Parton's legacy is colored by an amalgamation of philanthropy — including contributions for Tennessee communities to recover from Hurricane Helene.

09/02/2026

The Unicoi County Middle School football team has now won its first three games.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/389130/ucms-devils-off-to-3-0-start/

Unicoi County Middle School's football team has blazed a 3-0 start to the season.

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

A grant helps Erwin Fire Department secure useful equipment. Read online now or in tomorrow's print edition.
https://erwinrecord.net/news/388948/new-equipment-bolsters-erwin-fire-department/

A hot, wet fire scene can leave more than just a mess behind. For the Erwin Fire Department, a new piece of equipment is helping ensure firefighters can get their protective gear properly cleaned, dried and back into service much faster.