Wendy Woods, Director of the Union County Senior Center addressed the Union County Commission on Monday, February 23, 2026, to request funding for the installation of the new kitchen equipment. She requested $24,200 to install the new grant funded kitchen equipment. Mayor Bailey shared pictures of the current stove, ovens, refrigerator, and other equipment. The kitchen was built in the late 1970's and much of the equipment is now unusable and unable to be repaired. Commission approved the request and the new appliances and equipment will be installed immediately.

Hayden Caldwell, UCHS Student Representative, addressed the Union County Board of Education on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, during the workshop. He informed members of several upcoming events including Winter Court, the Choir performance at Dollywood, and the Band and Choir Concert on Thursday, March 5. Hayden spoke briefly about the opportunity to participate in Middle College, a program in cooperation with Walters State Community College to graduate with an Associate's Degree while completing high school.

Ordinance 169 was the main topic of discussion at both the Plainview Planning Commission and the Board of Aldermen meetings on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Plainview City Hall. The Planning Commission recommended Ordinance 169, the Campground Ordinance, for approval since the requirement of fire hydrants every 500 feet was added to the ordinance. Alderman Josh Collins asked Stewart Skeen, Zoning Official, to clarify what zones could have campgrounds developed. Mr.

In large bowl, mix cheeses, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, hot sauce, pimientos and scallions until well combined. Scrape mixture onto large piece of plastic wrap and use plastic (or damp hands) to form cheese into the shape of a pine cone. Lightly cover cheese ball. Transfer to plate and refrigerate until firm, 1 to 2 hours. Carefully peel off plastic and transfer cheese to serving plate. Press overlapping rows of almonds onto cheese ball to resemble pinecone. Press rosemary sprigs or chives into 1 end to
remember pine needles. Makes about 3 cups or 10 servings.

The Office of District Attorney General Jared Effler hosted a multidisciplinary domestic violence training today featuring nationally recognized trainer Mark Wynn.

The training, held at Lincoln Memorial University, brought together law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates, healthcare professionals, educators, and students from across Tennessee and Virginia. The event focused on strengthening coordinated community response efforts, improving investigation and prosecution practices, and enhancing victim safety in stalking, domestic and sexual violence cases.

The Union County Board of Education will have a budget workshop on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Union County High School library.

In 2026, most of us would never begin a long drive to an unfamiliar destination by simply pulling out of the driveway and hoping we figure it out as we go. The days of Rand-McNally grid maps are over, and before the car even moves, we enter the destination into a GPS. We wait for it to load. We listen to the first instruction. Only then do we begin the journey. Psalm 143:8 reflects that same instinct, but for the soul. David is not asking God to redirect him after he is already lost. He is asking for guidance before the day begins.

In February’s article I wrote about the first small airplane accident that claimed the lives of (At the time of the accident) three of the most popular young singing entertainers. I wrote more on the life and success of Jiles Richardson, known as the Big Bopper. In the March article which is about the accident near Camden, Tennessee on March 5, 1963 at approximately 6:30 CST that claimed the lives of Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and pilot Randy Hughes. The Piper Commanche Airplane was owned by Randy Hughes who was Patsy Cline’s and Cowboy Copas’ manager as well as Cowboy Copas’ son-in-law married to Kathy Loma Copas Hughes who was Cowboy Copas’ daughter and also, recorded duets with her father, Cowboy Copas. This article will tell you about Cowboy Copas who at the time was the biggest star on the airplane. Today, most under the age of fifty do not know about Cowboy Copas and have never heard any of his recorded songs.

Winter Court was held between the boys' and girls' games against Washburn. Candidates representing their class lined the gym as the winner was announced. Everyone joined together to contribute to a school-wide food drive. Together, they made it their mission to reach all parts of the county to round up non-perishable food donations. Katie Johnson & Brandon Reed represented the senior class, Ashlyn Bucker & Miles Justice represented the junior class, Savannah Dyer & Tate Sykes represented the sophomore class, and Mylee Martin & Zander Stedam represented the freshman class.

Union County is gearing up for a full day of cars, chrome, horsepower and hometown history as the Thunder Road Car Show and Swap Meet rolls into Wilson Park and Union County High School on Saturday, March 21, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.