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Upcoming Randolph County Programs
While we continue to navigate the waters of the COVID-19 pandemic we want to assure you that your N.C. …
Considerations When Starting Your Own Flock of Backyard Chickens
Spring is here and birds fill the air. It’s a refreshing sound as winter draws to a close, temperatures …
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
Starting on May 12, 2021 eligible households will be able to access the FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit funds to …
Don’t Let the Easter Bunny Bring Foodborne Illness in Your Basket
So as Easter approaches this Sunday and we all think of our loved traditions, we need to still remember …
Cooking Under Pressure Class - May 10
Have you recently acquired an electric pressure cooker but find yourself overwhelmed with where to begin using it? Sign up …
Management Strategies for Fire Ants
On Tuesday, April 27, 2021, from 6:30–7:30 p.m., a Zoom class on Fire Ant Management will be offered. The …
Spring Home Food Preservation Series
Workshop Times 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (EST) Are you interested in home food preservation but not sure where to start? …
March Is Noodle Month
Pasta is a versatile pantry staple and often a family favorite. It sometimes has a reputation as being unhealthy. …
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 …
Telehealth and Broadband Study in Western NC
NC Department of Health and Human Services Office of Rural Health recently conducted a study. “This feasibility study investigated …
March Is “Living Well” Month
N.C. Cooperative Extension helps North Carolina residents to “Live Well.” Raising kids, eating right, spending smart, living well is …
The Most Important Meal of the Day
We have always been told that breakfast was the most important meal of the day and believe it or …
4-H PEAK Registration Is Open!
The NC 4-H State Council proudly presents a series of FREE, fun, and interactive virtual programs for youth. To register …
Help Feed Hungry People in Our County
COVID-19 has resulted in more food insecurity throughout the state and the Cooperative Extension Service at N.C. A&T State …
Do You Love Chocolate?
Currently grocery aisles are overflowing with Valentine’s candy. This means lots of chocolate everywhere. But chocolate isn’t a forbidden …
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 …
February Is Sweet Potato Month in NC
February is our absolute favorite month. Why, you ask? It’s National Sweet Potato Month in North Carolina-a full month …
Community and School Gardens Town Hall
Horticulture Agent, Annie Mills and 4-H Youth Development Agent, Allison Walker will be hosting a virtual town hall on …
Buying & Selling Local Is Easier With MeatSuite
Do you like supporting local farmers? Try the online tool MeatSuite. There are currently 27 farms within 50 miles …
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