The cool air is wisping through Union County as November peeps around the corner. With the cool air and festivities surrounding the town, excitement for the upcoming holidays begins. As lights are strewn up in window seals and trees become aglow, the county will glisten with Christmas spirit. Opportunities will arise for a car ride through town with the family, Christmas carols on the radio and hot peppermint cocoa in hand to gaze at the town through the frosty windows and admire the holiday decorations. Remember memories last a lifetime, so don't miss a chance to create them with your loved ones. Let's come together as a community and decorate our town this holiday season to create memories like these with our children.

UT Extension Union County and Union County Chamber of Commerce have partnered to present the 2nd Annual Light Up Union County Contest. Last year's event was a great success with over thirty five entries. The hope of this event is for the community and all of its patrons including storefronts, churches, clubs, schools, businesses, and even individual homes to get involved in decorating our growing community for the season. This year there are three categories for entries: Individuals, Organizations, and Commercial Businesses. Let's work together to create a Home for the Holidays feeling throughout our county. Anyone in Union County can take part by turning in an entry form to UT Extension Union County by November 20th. Decorations have to be in place by November 27th at 4pm. Check out the entry form or call 865-992-8038 for more details and rules.