The fair was a big deal when I was a kid. Back in the day, we went to school half a day when it opened. If we went to the fair, it was a family trip. To me, it was always an exciting mini adventure. After I grew older, my mom and I tagged along with my friends. One such trip happened at the fair of 1980. It was one to remember.
The Union County FCE (Family Community Education) Club spent their September meeting at the TVA Fair in Knoxville. We carpooled down and we were provided Free parking passes and Free admission thru UT Extension.
Four of the eight ladies won nice door prizes and had snacks. The program began with a lesson in how to put together a flower bouquet from fresh cut flowers out of your garden.
The Office of District Attorney General Jared Effler in partnership with the Children's Centers of Campbell, Claiborne, Fentress, Scott and Union Counties will be hosting the 10th Annual Dixie Roofing Clays for Children Sporting Clays Tournament on Thursday, October 2 and Friday, October 3, 2025, at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, TN. The purpose of this event is to raise funds to support the Children’s Centers as they serve abused and neglected children.
Horace Maynard Middle School students have had a busy and engaging start to the school year, with several community professionals sharing their time and expertise in the first four and a half weeks. These guests have provided valuable lessons in both skilled trades and character development.
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Since I am allergic to egg yolks, I am always looking for a recipe without them. Try this one
No egg bread pudding
14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
6 ounce can evaporated milk
3/4 cup fat free milk
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 cups day old whole wheat bread, Cut in 1-inch cubes
Comedy Night Feat. Jonnie W $15 Doors open at 4 p.m. 10-12-25 Mountain View Church of God of the Union Assembly 336 Tawzell Pike Luttrell Tn, 37779 for more information call 865-224-4223
The Union County Board of Education will meet in Special Called session at Union County High School Library on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. to Approve/Disapprove the Resolution Requesting the General Assembly to Provide Greater Flexibility with School Recess Time.
The Union County Board of Education will meet in Special Called session at Union County High School on Monday, September 29, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to Approve/Disapprove the Director of Schools Evaluation. A workshop will immediately follow to discuss a Teacher Incentive Plan.
The next regular workshop and meeting of the Union County Board of Education will be on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Union County High School. The workshop will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the meeting immediately to follow.
The Union County Extension Office is asking for input from local residents to help shape future Family and Consumer Science (FCS) programs. FCS programs cover a wide range of topics that support families and communities, including nutrition and cooking, financial literacy, health and wellness, parenting, and more.
Abigail Thomas, Union County’s Family and Consumer Science Agent, is conducting a needs assessment to better understand what resources and programs would be most helpful to the people of Union County.