Meigs County Health Council - Meigs Matters

09/05/2025

Ready to move your way into fall? Join our 5-week, self-paced wellness challenge—walk, bike, hike, swim, yard work… it ALL counts!
✔️ Weekly prize drawings (everyone can win!)
✔️ Extra prizes for top “miles & activities”
✔️ Tips, recipes, classes & group meetups
Prizes include: whitewater rafting passes, Bike Chattanooga annual passes, Hiwassee train ride & Hamilton County Fair goodies, gift cards (wellness, salon, fitness gear), personal training, historical print, local honey, Lodge cast iron, gardening & cooking supplies, and more!

A big THANK YOU to Meigs County sponsors: Hilltop Honeybees, Red Maple Sportswear, Meigs Matters & Andie Hixson.

📅 Register by Oct 12: tiny.utk.edu/MAR25
🔗 Join our Facebook group for bonus wellness miles!
Hosted by UT Extension in Hamilton, McMinn, Meigs, Polk & Rhea Counties.
Questions? Meagen Brown • [email protected]

07/30/2025

📣 We want to hear from YOU!

Help us shape the future of the Tennessee RiverLine in Meigs County by sharing your thoughts. Take a few minutes to complete our short survey and let your voice be part of the vision. 🌊🏞️

https://t4g2n31ascw.typeform.com/meigsriverline

02/03/2025

Join us, tomorrow!

🌟 Free Chair Yoga Classes 🌟

Looking for a way to relax, stretch, and move your body? Join us for FREE Chair Yoga classes every Tuesday in February from 10-11 am at Decatur United Methodist Church! 🧘‍♀️💺

This gentle, accessible practice is perfect for all levels and will help you feel more balanced and centered. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, everyone is welcome! 🙌

📅 When: Tuesdays in February, 10-11 am
⏳ Note: On Feb 11, class will be at 3:30 pm instead of 10 am!
📍 Where: Decatur United Methodist Church
💲 Cost: Absolutely FREE!

Grab a friend, bring a smile, and let’s stretch together! See you there! ✨

01/30/2025

🌟 Free Chair Yoga Classes 🌟

Looking for a way to relax, stretch, and move your body? Join us for FREE Chair Yoga classes every Tuesday in February from 10-11 am at Decatur United Methodist Church! 🧘‍♀️💺

This gentle, accessible practice is perfect for all levels and will help you feel more balanced and centered. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, everyone is welcome! 🙌

📅 When: Tuesdays in February, 10-11 am
⏳ Note: On Feb 11, class will be at 3:30 pm instead of 10 am!
📍 Where: Decatur United Methodist Church
💲 Cost: Absolutely FREE!

Grab a friend, bring a smile, and let’s stretch together! See you there! ✨

01/13/2025

12/16/2024

Meigs UT-Extension and Meigs Health Department are partnering up to offer a FREE Chronic Disease Self Management Class starting on January 7th at 1:30. Classes will be every Tuesday for six weeks at the UT-Extension office. For more information or to pre-register, please call Meigs UT-Extension at 423-334-5781 or Meigs Health Department at 423-334-5185.

11/27/2024

The holidays are often a trigger for substance use. We want the community to know that help is available and your local health dept can help you find what’s right for you.

10/17/2024

📣 Attention Meigs County Community! 🌟

We want to hear from YOU! As we plan for 2025, UT Extension Meigs is conducting a needs assessment for our Family and Consumer Science Programming. Your feedback is crucial in helping us understand Meigs needs and interests.

👉 Please take a few moments to fill out our survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dfydH2K4EdmOOGKYGFdPM9H1FcKovqmEMnnthCMPuIk/prefill

Your input will help shape future programs and resources to better serve our community. Thank you for your support!

09/04/2024

🌟 Move Across the Region: 6-Week Fitness Challenge 🌟

🚶‍♀️ Ready to get moving this fall? Join our 6-week self-paced fitness challenge for all ages and fitness levels! 🚴‍♂️

💪 Set your own goals and choose your activities—walk, bike, swim, hike, or even do yard work! Every step counts.

🎁 Win amazing prizes like passes for outdoor adventures, gift cards, cooking gear, fitness accessories, and more!

🏆 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for the most "miles" reported, but everyone has a chance to win something just by participating!

📅 Register by October 6th at https://tiny.utk.edu/MAR24 or scan the code below. Let’s stay active and healthy going into the holiday season!

👉 Join our Facebook group for extra motivation, activity ideas, and to earn bonus miles.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to everyone 8 years and up—invite your friends, family, and co-workers!

Hosted by University of Tennessee Extension in Bledsoe, Hamilton, McMinn, Meigs, Polk, Rhea & Sequatchie Counties.

For more info, contact [email protected] or Meigs County Family & Consumer Science Extension Agent Meagen Brown, [email protected]

Let’s get moving! 🏃‍♀️

08/08/2024

Please help us out!

We are very proud of the improvements to the Decatur Veterans Memorial Park, which were 100% grant funded. We would love to receive your feedback about your use of the park since the improvements have been made and your suggestions for future improvements. Thank you for taking the time to complete t...

06/14/2024

🌟 Chair Yoga in July! 🌟

We had so much fun in June, we don't want it to end! Join us for more Chair Yoga sessions this July at Decatur United Methodist Church.

🗓 Dates: Tuesday, July 9, 16, & 30
🕤 Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
🏠 Location: Decatur United Methodist Church

Come stretch, relax, and rejuvenate with us. All are welcome!

05/31/2024