Diabetes Workshop Scheduled for June 2019
Do you or a family member have pre-diabetes, diabetes, or at risk for diabetes? If so, then don’t miss this …
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2019 4-H Super Summer
Gaston County 4-H Super Summer programs are now open for registration! We have an exciting schedule of hands-on day camps …
Extension Master Food Volunteer Program - 2020 Applications Now Available
Have a passion for food, nutrition, and wellness? Enjoy helping others? If yes, then learn more about our new Extension …
Caregivers Workshop Begins May 2019
Cooperative Extension in partnership with Centralina Area Agency on Aging will be hosting the Building Better Caregivers workshop this …
ECA College Scholarship Applications Now Available
Extension & Community Association (ECA) is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. Current high school seniors, adults, …
Is Malnutrition or Dehydration Impacting Your Health?
Information provided by Katelyn Mayberry, graduate student/dietetic intern, Lenoir-Rhyne Dietetic Internship Program. As we age, and our bodies begin to …
When the Sun Is Out, Get Out the Sunscreen
Written by Meredith Rhyne, Appalachian State University, Public Health Undergraduate Senior Summer is finally here, and what does that mean? The …
When Dreams Come True: NCFS Mentoring Program
Through NC Farm School, alumni gain more than insight into the ABCs of agricultural business planning. They also forge …
Summer Meals
If the hot days of summer are keeping you out of the kitchen, then beat the heat with these …
Gaston County Local Food Resources
Foothills Fresh Foothills Sustainable Agriculture News Cramerton Farmers’ Market Belmont Farmers’ Market Gastonia Farmers’ Market Mount Holly Farmer …
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