It felt as if it took forever for us to get to Norris Pool when I was a kid. You see, once I learned how to swim, I couldn’t get enough of it. That being said, when I was standing next to the pool, I had a problem in that I knew the water was going to be ice cold.

Union County Farmers Market Kicks Off 15th Season on May 3
The Union County Farmers Market is set to begin its exciting 15th season with a grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 3. For the month of May, the market will temporarily move to the student parking lot at Union County High School due to construction at Heritage Park. Visitors can look forward to beloved returning vendors, new additions, and an array of fun activities and community programs.

Chicken livers make a great dip. The recipe doesn't cost much to make. In saucepan melt small amount of butter. To it, add livers and cook, covered, stirring occasionally until livers are no longer pink. Chop livers in blender. Blend with remaining ingredients. Pour mixture in 2 1/2 cup mold. Chill several hours. Carefully unmold. Garnish with hard-boiled egg slices, if desired.

Hard-boiled eggs are a nutritious powerhouse—great for breakfasts, salads, and on-the-go snacks. But let’s be honest: peeling them doesn’t always go as planned—especially when they’re fresh from the farm. The fresher the egg, the tougher it can be to peel due to a tighter bond between the egg white and the shell membrane. Thankfully, there are a few simple steps you can follow to make perfect boiled eggs with shells that practically slide off.

Do you have a child, family member, or friend having difficulty seeing but cannot afford to go to an eye doctor?? No problem! The Smoky Mountain Lions Charities Vision Van is coming to the Union County High School in Maynardville on Saturday, May 10th, from 10 am to 3 pm. Participants from Union, Claiborne, and Grainger Counties will receive a free eye exam and free glasses! All you need is an appointment. Vision Screening for children 6 and under will also be available by appointment.

A car accident or other serious trauma, like a fall, are likely causes of back pain. But the pain can develop from a variety of sources that are not quite so obvious. Here are a few of the conditions that can play a role in creating back pain:

Assistant District Attorneys General Apryl Bradshaw and Lindsey Cadle attended training on April 3 and 4th, 2025 in Sevierville. The training was conducted by the Zero Abuse Project which partnered with the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Tennessee, Safe Harbor of the Smokies, and the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference. Seasoned prosecutors lead the two-day training with essential material focused on trauma-informed investigations and prosecutions when dealing with child abuse.

Horace Maynard Middle School is excited to welcome future students and their families to the upcoming 6th Grade Night, scheduled for Monday, April 29th from 5:30 to 6:00 PM. This special event is designed to give rising 6th graders a preview of life at HMMS and help ease the transition into middle school.

Spring is a great time of year, when the dull browns of winter give way to fresh grass, soft greens of newly opened leaves, and lots of flower blooms. Actively seeking out wildflowers in their varying habitats is an enjoyable way to spend warming spring days, roaming the woods and fields for some fresh air, exercise, and the challenge of the hunt. An additional challenge if you’re so inclined, is identifying them.