May Is #MedMonth
May is International Mediterranean Diet Month (aka Med Month). This month-long celebration creates awareness of the delicious foods and …
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Safe Plates Certified Food Protection Manager Program
There are an estimated 48 million cases for foodborne illness in the United States every year. Many of these …
March Is Living Well Month
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New Community Garden Resources From Duke University
North Carolina Community Gardens: Soil Contaminants and Pesticides This website, a project of the Community Engagement Core of the Duke University Superfund Research Center, …
Join Us for Our Chatham County Spring Ag Fest March 24!
Spring Ag Fest Celebrating Chatham County Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resources Saturday, March 24, 2018 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This is a …
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“H“ is for Heart
I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service and my …
A Sweet and Sometimes Healthy Treat?
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Reba Wishes Extension Happy Birthday!
As Cooperative Extension begins to celebrate 100 years of service click on our logo and watch as a very …
Creating Quality Memories With Family....and 4-H!
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Putting the Thin in Thanksgiving
The annual holiday where we celebrate all that we have to be thankful for is centered on the meal. …
Can We Do It Too?
As most of you know, a stereotype is a generalization that is usually exaggerated or oversimplified and is often …
So What? Health Rocks!
School is in full swing and our youth here in Randolph County are taking their learning back to the …
Take Out the Fat, Not the Flavor
Baked goods are fun to make and even more satisfying to eat. Whether savory or sweet, the smell of …
Enjoying the Summer While It Lasts
Summer is winding down and fall will soon be upon us. Here in Randolph County, we have had a …
Money Saving Tips for Summer Travel
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