A new study suggests that aquatic therapy for individuals with chronic low back pain can do more than strengthen the muscles around the spine. It can also have a beneficial impact on the negative psychological factors that are often associated with the disabling disease.

The study used a randomized controlled trial involving two groups of chronic low back pain patients. It found that participants who took part in aquatic therapy reported improvements in pain-related fear and sleep disturbance compared to those who followed standard care programs.

The Union County Board of Education will meet in Special Session on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Courtroom at the Union County Courthouse. The only item on the agenda will be to Approve/Disapprove Budget Amendments and Transfers.

The Union County Board of Education will conduct a workshop on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library of the Old Horace Maynard Middle School.

A Meet the Candidates event is scheduled at the Sharps Chapel Community Center on Thursday June 25th at 7:00 pm.

Adjutant Norman Gillen (U.S. Navy) opened the meeting by welcoming all the Veterans attending. As a member of the Tri-County Honor Guard, Norman reminded folks that all Veterans, by law, are entitled to burial rights, a marker, and a place in any Veterans' cemetery. The goal of the Honor Guard is not only to honor the Veteran who passed but to also honor and comfort the family. Veterans are buried with full military honors, three rifle volleys, and the playing of Taps. The flag that had been draped across the coffin is then folded and presented to the next of kin.

Farmers’ markets provide direct, face-to-face transactions between local agricultural producers and consumers. They provide a designated space for farmers to sell fresh, seasonal food directly to the public, cutting out middlemen to benefit both the local economy and the community.

Saturday, June 20th. Park at the Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier, and a transport bus will take you over to French Broad Veterans Memorial Park.

Is there something that you watch for on a regular basis? For instance, every time we’re on the road, my husband Tim looks for certain cars. “Did you see that Camaro?” I usually respond: “There was a Camaro?” As for me, my cousin and good friend Lynda has gotten me in the habit of looking for what we call “A God Thing.”

Saturday, June 20th. Doors open at 5:00! Come one, come all!!

The Shower Trailer with hygiene kits, clean clothing, and information on resources for anyone struggling today will return on June 18. TVCH folks are here to help.

Believe it or not, post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a very common car accident injury, especially when accompanied by physical injuries.