Septic Systems: Things Homeowners & Realtors Should Know
Septic systems have been around for a very long time. In North Carolina, nearly half of the homes utilize …
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2020 Gives Us a Different Perspective
No doubt in your life you have been asked if a glass is half empty or half full? This …
But This Year Is Different
This is the time of year most of us take time to reflect and look to the future. What …
Helpful Christmas Tree Care
Maybe you have or maybe you haven’t put up your Christmas tree. Trust me, I’m not judging. If you …
2021 ServSafe Managers Food Safety Certification Training
Join us for our upcoming ServSafe Managers Food Safety Certification training, beginning January 11, 2021, at 8:45 a.m. This …
Cook With Me! Virtual Cooking Demonstration
Join Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Adult Assistant Ashley McRae on December 8, 2020, from 11 a.m.–noon …
Collards and Crafts
Folks, save the date for the most unique shopping experience Robeson County has to offer! Wouldn’t you love to …
2020 Very Local Holiday Festival
Join us Saturday, December 5, from 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., for A Very Local Holiday Festival at the Robeson County …
2021 Beginner Beekeepers School
Join us for this five (5) class series teaching the basics of beekeeping. Classes will be held on January …
Holidays Are Here
Can you believe it? Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. Having a menu for each meal and shopping …
Giant Salvinia Alert!
Giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) has been found in Columbus County. This is a federally listed, noxious, invasive aquatic weed. …
Well Water - What Homeowners and Realtors Need to Know
Do you have questions about well water? Are you a realtor or homeowner with a well? Then consider attending …
4-H Is the Constant in Change
In a world of rapid change, young people need the right mix of education and life skills to thrive. We …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
Biosecurity During COVID-19 for Horse Owners
The horse industry – in all fashions – has taken a hit because of COVID-19. Many horse shows have …
NC Zoo Presents "Living With Nature" Virtual Event
From the North Carolina Zoo: Next week is the North Carolina Zoo’s first Living with Nature distance learning event for the 2020-2021 …
Shopping With EFNEP
Fall is upon us! Commercials advertising newly released horror movies are in full swing and the drop in temperature …
EFNEP Online!
Did you know that the 4-H Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is now offering food and nutrition …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
Radon: Your Home and Your Health
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Downloadable Forms and Program Information
- 2020 Great Sunflower Contest Entry Form
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- January 2021 ServSafe Enrollment Form PDF Fillable
- The Great Pumpkin Contest
- The Great Pumpkin Contest Application
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