Heart Healthy and Yard Wise
I think if one month was chosen out of the year that reflected folks’ interest in their health condition …
Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.
2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
Food Secure Holiday
With Christmas quickly approaching, many of us are trying to finalize gifts we planned to purchase for our loved …
A Thankful Farewell
I recently read an email on how a thankful attitude not only sets a positive tone for your day …
The Deer and the Turkey
The next holiday our nation will celebrate will be Thanksgiving, and I hear many, many folks remark that this …
Cooking in the Kitchen: Children’s Edition
As part of the 4-H Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) we teach youth participants the importance of …
It's Not Just About Us
There seem to be so many things lately that just make me scratch my head and wonder. Social media …
A New Look at a Healthier Future
Did you know that September is National Childhood Obesity Month? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …
Get Healthy with the Farmers Market
I remember growing up on the farm eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and meats throughout the year. Mama preserved …
Not So Sweet Sugar
Everyone has their sweet kryptonite whether it be soft drinks, cake, milkshakes, that cold glass of lemonade on a …
Back to School Stress
The summer is almost over and that can mean only one thing for Robeson County youth. That’s right, back …
Preparing for a Safe Hurricane Season
Are you prepared for hurricane season? We have already experienced some storms that caused flash flooding in some areas, …
Eat Fruits & Veggies for Better Health and to Save Money
Someone recently told me they don’t eat spinach because it is high in sodium. Hearing the comment, I had …
News From the Market
School will soon be out, and right around the corner, summer 2019 will be officially starting. Hopefully, our schedules …
Applying the Pressure
Have you ever noticed that each month is associated with something to be celebrated, or a topic intended to …
Freezing Spring Produce
Are you having trouble keeping up with all of the wonderful spring produce that is available right now? You …
Living Mindfully
Have you ever arrived at work and did not remember the drive? Have you ever gobbled down a meal …
Eat Healthy When Life Gets Busy
When our everyday lives get busy with work, school, and home life, making great food choices sometimes gets put …
Taking Charge of Heart Health
Growing up, I knew my heart was abnormal because I was born with a hole in my heart, also …
Healthy Conversations Worth Having
My Cooperative Extension Service career began in 2004 as a Family and Consumer Sciences Agent. That same year, the …
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