As America approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, we stand at a remarkable moment in history. No nation has experienced the blessings, opportunities, freedoms, and influence that the United States of America has enjoyed since its founding in 1776. While no nation is perfect and no generation has been without its challenges, it remains true that America is one of the greatest experiments in liberty ever undertaken by mankind. There is no doubt that this movement was guided by God, guarded by His Spirit and grounded in His Holy Word: the Bible.

Show your support for the Union County Farmers Market!

On May 26, the Union County Commission voted to establish a new farmers market board. The County Mayor appointed the board members, who include four County Commissioners and three people from the farm community. During the Commission meeting, one Commissioner explained the purpose of the new board is to move toward County operation of the Farmers’ Market. As part of the approved plan, the County intends to hire its own Farmers Market manager.

The County Commissioners have decided to dissolve the present volunteer Farmers’ Market Board of Directors and replace them with County Commission members and 3 people from the farm community. They will meet in the large courtroom on Monday, July 6 at 6:00. You should be there to voice your opinion.

Union County 4-H (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health) encourages diverse groups of youth to develop their unique skills and talents to the fullest potential through hands-on activities. At this market, the Grill Masters were preparing juicy, tasty hamburgers with free samples for everyone. The grass-fed meat was from both Rebel Hollow Farm and Seven Springs Farm-to-Table. Under the guidance of Extension Agent Sarah Stokely-Cook (865-992-8038) and awesome grilling coach Brandon Davis, Grill Master club members learned all the nuances of preparing and grilling pork, beef, lamb, and chicken.

Next breakfast scheduled for Saturday, July 11.

Come out and support the Union County 4-H Grill Masters Team!

Join us Friday, July 3rd, at the Union Farmers Co-op!

Location:
3035 Maynardville Hwy
Maynardville, TN 37807

Time: 11:00 AM until we're sold out!

Our Union County 4-H Grill Masters will be serving up delicious grilled hot dogs! Stop by for a great lunch, meet our talented youth grillers, and support the next generation of outdoor cooks and leaders.

Meal Deal: $5 includes a hot dog, chips, and a drink.

I get so aggravated at myself at times. Why? Because when I’m having fun, I have the tendency to not use my brain. At all. Yes, that has caused me a few problems over the years.

Managing the stress in your life — and most of us have it to one degree or another — is essential to keeping a healthy lifestyle. Stress comes from many directions and makes itself known in a variety of ways. It might show up as a headache, tight muscles, nausea or back pain. It’s generally caused by outside factors, some obvious, like fretting over financial problems, and others not so obvious, like planning for a joyous occasion like an impending wedding.

Join your fellow Veterans for breakfast, dinner, or camaraderie. All welcome!

Have concerns about falling? You're not alone. Many older adults limit their daily activities because they worry about falling, but it doesn't have to be that way. The University of Tennessee Extension in Union County is offering A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to help older adults build confidence, improve balance, and reduce their risk of falls.