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.

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.

Fresh green bean season is here, making it the perfect time to learn how to safely preserve your harvest for months to come. The University of Tennessee Extension in Union County is offering a hands-on Green Bean Food Preservation Class on Saturday, July 11, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Union County Farmers Market, located at 115 Durham Drive in Maynardville.

The Union County Family and Community Education (FCE) club gathered in June for an informative and enjoyable meeting at the Extension Office. Members welcomed guest speakers from FirstBank of Maynardville, who presented a program on financial fraud and scams. Attendees learned about common fraud tactics, warning signs to watch for, and ways to protect personal and financial information.

Maynardville, Tenn. – Fresh Wagon is celebrating their five year anniversary of providing locally sourced food to families of Union County and the surrounding areas by hosting an event at 12:00pm on June 16th at First Bank Maynardville.

Fresh Wagon is a mobile food distribution program that works to provide community members with local meat, dairy, eggs, honey, jellies, and produce with an emphasis on local farm partnerships. These partnerships have led to over $20,000 being given back to the local food economy.

The Union County Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs recently gathered for their annual Spring Luncheon at the Union County Extension Office, celebrating fellowship, creativity and community spirit with a festive red, white and blue patriotic theme in honor of our country's 250th anniversary celebration.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a 6-week workshop series designed to help community members manage their long-term health issues effectively. Chronic conditions of those attending may include asthma, arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, chronic pain, sleep apnea, or fibromyalgia, among others.

The UC Family and Community Education (FCE) Club gathered in February for a wonderful morning of learning, fellowship and delicious food at the Extension Office. Members enjoyed an informative program focused on heart health, just in time for American Heart Month.

The Union County Family and Community Education (FCE) Club invites community members to attend its February meeting on Thursday, February 19, at 10:00 a.m. at the Union County Extension Office.

This month’s program will focus on heart health and healthy cooking choices. Special guest Anna Marie from the Union County Health Department will share practical tips for protecting your heart, improving everyday eating habits, and making small lifestyle changes that can lead to better overall health.

Union County residents are reminded that registration is closing soon for the upcoming Take Charge of Your Diabetes education program offered by the University of Tennessee Extension. This free, evidence-based workshop is designed to help individuals with diabetes gain confidence and practical skills to better manage their health.