Back pain isn’t just a debilitating condition. It may be a flag for other major health issues. New research shows the incidence of conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, diabetes and cancer is higher in people with back pain than in those without back pain.

Chronic back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and a major burden on healthcare systems and economies. It keeps millions of people from work and, for many, the simple act of sitting, standing or sleeping is a daily struggle.

Union County students put their knowledge and teamwork to the test during the 2026 4-H Clover Bowl Contest, a fast-paced academic competition that continues to be a highlight of the county’s youth development programs.

Violets are very abundant this time of year and are probably the most common and the easiest to identify family of spring wildflowers in our area. You can find them about anywhere, even in your yard unless you’re a grass purist that uses herbicides.

Wild violets typically have heart shaped leaves that are blunt toothed along the edge. The flowers have five petals arranged so that two point upward and three down, with the lower middle petal sticking out a little longer than the others to provide a landing zone for pollinating insects.

A good crowd gathered for the monthly free breakfast for Veterans, their families, and supporters at the American Legion New Liberty Post 212 on April 11. All-you-can-eat sausage, eggs, biscuits, and some amazing gravy were available, as was an array of fresh fruit and donuts. No one could go away hungry, and there was plenty for seconds!

It’s difficult for me to lay down and just go to sleep at night because my mind goes into hyper drive. That being said, it was worse when I was a child.

A new study led by University Hospitals Connor Whole Health found that adults with newly diagnosed low back pain who initially received spinal manipulative therapy administered by a chiropractor were significantly less likely to be diagnosed with opioid use disorder over a two-year follow-up, compared to those prescribed ibuprofen.

Junior Rangers learn a wide variety of topics, like flora and fauna, history, wilderness preparedness, and others, while having fun in the great outdoors!

Junior Rangers will get to go hiking, try new skills, learn about wildlife, see historical demonstrations, make new friends, get out on the water, and so much more!

Dr. Fuller Lyon, Associate Director of the University of Tennessee's Pride of the Southland Band, visited the Union County High School Band Program recently. Dr. Fuller helped prepare band members for their upcoming concert festival performance. Guest directors like Dr. Lyon gives students the opportunity to experience different techniques and hone their musical skill.

Hunter Collins, UCHS Band Director, invites a variety of professional directors and musicians each school year to enrich the musical experience of his students.

Inviting all children who will be 5 years old by August 5.
Sign up for Kindergarten at your community school.

Bring:
Proof of residency
Updated Shot record and physical
Birth certificate
Parent ID
Any custody papers

Remember A camera for the milestone picture and meet the Kindergarten teachers

Use this link to complete an application for Pre-K.
A certified Pre-K teacher will contact you.
Complete a form for each child.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3gIa_7kxUj6WAXT09MRBoZY1nKkb…