Photo from the Union County Fire/Rescue Facebook page. Blairsville, Ga. – A dedicated group of volunteers has completed Union County Fire Department’s (UCFD) rigorous Recruit Class 108, earning certification as Georgia Certified Firefighters and strengthening the department’s ranks at a time when more volunteers are urgently needed. The recruits finished their training and passed all required testing on Saturday, May 9, according to a UCFD announcement. The class represents m

Birds are voracious predators of garden pests. Many species consume hundreds of insects per day, especially during nesting season when they need protein to feed their young. This natural biological control reduces the need for chemical pesticides, which can harm beneficial insects and soil life. Birds also play roles in pollination and seed dispersal, and their droppings supply gentle, slow-release nutrients to the soil. By creating bird-friendly habitats—adding native plants