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With my busy schedule, I confess to cooking the same 7 dinners nearly every week. Simple family-pleasers requiring little …
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4-H Offers Summer Programs for Youth
Warm days, hands-on experiences and lots of learning await youth who register for a Caldwell County 4-H Summer Exploring …
Caldwell County Farmers Markets
Caldwell County Farmers Market Saturdays, 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., May through December Behind County offices at 904 West Ave Lenoir, NC 28645 Contact: carlamcginnis0714@gmail.com …
Mushroom Beef Burgers for Grilling Season
Almost everyone loves a good burger. One of my favorite patties is a hybrid, made with mushrooms and lean …
Pandemic-friendly Service Projects for Youth, Others
Spiderman never let a face mask discourage his heroic efforts, so why should today’s face masks (or the reasons …
April & May Discounts for Compost Bins
I have tried out two dozen types of compost bins at my Compost Learning Lab at NC State University and these …
Flood Insurance and New Risk Rating Plan
This is likely of interest to those who live on the coast and those with properties on the coast. …
P is for Pollinators!
Spring is a great time to establish new plants! If you are thinking your landscape needs an update, or …
Herter-O'Neal Scholarship for Business Students
Nominations are being sought for a $750 scholarship offered by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association (NCCEAPA). …
Yummy Indian-Inspired Chana Masala!
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Fish Tacos With Avocado Mango Salsa- Remedy for the Winter Blues
This time of year, I find myself fantasizing about sitting on a warm beach under an umbrella with a …
March Is Living Well Month
The National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences declares March Living Well month. During this month Family and …
Farm Transition Tactics
William Hamilton is a 15-year veteran dealing with farmland in North Carolina, specializing in a wide array of issues …
A Guide for Seed Buying
As a horticulture agent, it has been encouraging to see the increase of interest people have shown in growing …
Butchery Basics for Home Consumers: Take Two
Presenters: Ross Flynn, Left Bank Butchery; Lee Menius, NC Choices Description: Join Butcher Ross Flynn of Left Bank Butchery, and …
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Written by Dr. Lindsey Haynes-Maslow and Catherine Hill “Make every bite count” is the theme of the newly released 2020-2025 …
Indoor Plant Care 101
With spending more time indoors than generations past, it is important to stay connected with the outdoors. One of …
Winter Landscape Care: Q and A
This week I would like to share some answers to some frequently asked questions that we have received related …
N.C. is a Leader in Christmas Trees
For many of us, the Christmas season couldn’t get here quick enough this year. 2020 has been full of …
Bee on the Lookout for Carpenter Bees
“I’m bringing home my baby bumble bee, won’t my Mommy be so proud of me! I’m bringing home my baby bumble …
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