Event Brief
Union County Jail empty second day as hiring lags
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: The Union County Jail in Tennessee has remained empty for a second day while the sheriff’s office works to hire additional jailers. Outgoing Sheriff Billy Breeding said low pay is making recruitment difficult, while incoming Sheriff Rick Carter said he is seeing interest from applicants.
WHO: Outgoing Sheriff Billy Breeding; incoming Sheriff Rick Carter; Union County Sheriff’s Office
WHAT: Union County Jail sits empty for a second day as officials seek to hire more jailers.
WHEN: Aug 27, 2026 at 6:39 PM ET
WHERE: Union County, Tennessee
WHY: No specific cause was reported. Officials cited low pay as a barrier to hiring, while the incoming sheriff said applicants are beginning to show interest.
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