He was my husband’s brother; I didn’t really know him very well until the past couple of years. I first met him around 1996 when my husband took me to MS to meet his family. Van was a Respiratory Therapist and has always worked the 11-7 shift, sleeping much of the day. So even when he moved to TN, he worked the same shift. He kept very different hours and a different lifestyle than we did. We got together once or twice a year to catch up with each other’s lives. He’d been with his partner for 25+ years, and they kept to themselves.

Join us for a day of services provided by TVCH!

We will provide free showers, hygiene kits, clean clothing, and information on resources for those struggling.

Chiropractic care has often been associated with pain relief and improved mobility, but recent studies have begun to explore its potential role in weight loss. research indicates that chiropractic adjustments can positively influence metabolic function and hormone regulation, which are critical components in managing body weight.

I used to think my parent’s main objective in life was for me not to have any fun or real adventures. Then I saw first-hand why they thought like that they did.

Hot, humid weather did not make the Youth Festival / Back-to-School marketgoers stay home! Altogether, there were 29 vendors and over 500 attendees.

Mark your calendars and plan to shop local at the Union County Family and Community Education (FCE) Yard Sale Fundraiser on Thursday, August 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Union County Extension Office.

Shoppers can find a variety of gently used items, including clothing, shoes, accessories, household items, toys, tools, and more. Clothing, shoes, and accessories will be available inside the Extension Office meeting room, while household items and other larger items will be set up outside, weather permitting. The sale will be held rain or shine.

The American Legion New Liberty Post 212 at 140 Veterans St in Maynardville has restocked its Food Pantry. The freezers are filled with frozen chicken breasts and thighs, all FREE! Stop by on Thursday, August 20, from 3-7 PM, or Monday, September 14, from 6–8 PM to
pick up some chicken. For any questions, please contact Adjutant Norman Gillen at adjutant@ALTNPost212.org.

The following were unopposed and received complimentary votes: Mayor Jason Bailey 3698, County Trustee Gina B. Gilbert 3957, Circuit Court Clerk Barbara Jean Williams 4008, Register of Deeds Ann Russell 3875.

Results for Union County Clerk were Pamela graves Ailor 3537; Mark A. Massengile 1062.

Results for Sheriff were Rick Carter 2112, Kathy Holloway 569, Jerry Leonard Lawson 2010.

Just in case you’re wondering, I’ve always been accident prone. My Papaw E.O. was the same way. But there was one accident that involved the both of us.

Low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent condition associated with disability, work loss and economic burden to healthcare. Significant risk factors include poor sleep, physical and psychological stress, inactivity, advanced age and smoking. The contribution of greater weight and body mass index (BMI) to risk of LBP is less clear. In a new study researchers have found individuals who are overweight or obese have a significantly higher risk of developing LBP compared to those with a normal BMI.