Unicoi County was created in 1875 from Carter and Washington
Counties.  The name "Unicoi," is shared with the Southern Appalachian
Mountains in the area, and is probably derived from the Indian word
"u'nika" meaning white, foglike, or fog-draped.  

The following links will give you an abundant amount of
information on Unicoi County:

Area Profiles Home Pages
Census Bureau Profile

Community Data Sheets
Unicoi County*

Town of Erwin*
Economic Development Board
Erwin Utilities
 
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News Media
Erwin Record
Johnson City Press
Business Journal