Wellness Wonders Camp Kits
Youth wellness is essential, especially during these uncertain times. Check out our Wellness Wonders Camp Kits for kindergarten through …
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NC 4-H Virtual Craft Fair
Have you been looking for a way to express yourself? Here’s the perfect opportunity to channel the inner artist in …
Mountain West NC in North Carolina Chosen for Pilot Program Designed to Strengthen Rural Economies
Raleigh, NC – North Carolina State University announces the selection of a multi-county region in North Carolina for participation in …
2020 Governor Volunteer Award Winners Announced
The Governor’s Volunteer Service Award honors the true spirit of volunteerism by recognizing individuals, groups and businesses that make a significant …
It's in the (Produce) Bag
COVID-19 may bruise North Carolina’s tourism economy this summer, but it’s not stopping the Vacationer Supported Agriculture program from …
Extension Extended
Be sure to check out the Extension Extended series offered by N.C. A&T State University this month! These virtual workshops …
New Online Poultry Resources Available for 2020
With everything going on in the world right now, we know there is a lot of uncertainty about many …
Winton Farmer's Market Season Opening!
The Winton Farmer’s Market is opening for the season next Friday, May 1, 2020 at 205 South Main Street …
USDA Unveils Tool to Help Rural Communities Address COVID-19
[View original announcement from USDA – Rural Development] USDA’s COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide Lists Federal Programs That Can Help …
Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program “PPP” has authorized up to $349 billion in forgivable loans for small businesses to continue …
NC Restaurants Feeding Kids Initiative
Are you a restaurant, catering company or foodservice operation interested in helping feed kids in need during COVID-19 school …
Update on Hertford County Cooperative Extension Service Operations
We continue to work with county and state health officials, as well as NC State and N.C. A&T State …
Tips and Strategies for Facilitating Online Meetings
Tips for Facilitating Excellent Virtual Meetings Series of 4 online facilitation training via Zoom every otherThursdays from 12:30-2 p.m. starting …
Cancellation of Trainings, Workshops, Meetings and Events
We continue to work with county and state health officials, as well as NC State and N.C. A&T State …
COVID-19 Resources for Families
Coronavirus, COVID-19, is of concern across North Carolina, the country, and the globe. To learn ways to keep you …
CANCELLED - Joint SAC / SPC Legislative Advocacy Meeting
Please hold May 4-6, 2020, for the Joint Legislative Advocacy meeting. This year’s meeting will be held at: Raleigh Marriott …
Service to the People - Sampson County
This article was contributed by Deborah Johnson from a 2018 event at the N.C. Cooperative Extension of Sampson County …
Now Accepting 2019 Herter-O'Neal Scholarship Applications
Nominations are being sought for a $750 scholarship offered by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association (NCCEAPA) …
Cooperative Extension Serves to Meet Community Needs
The N.C. Cooperative Extension State Advisory Council recently met in Wilmington, NC. The following article appeared in the StarNews …
2020 Census
Established by the US Constitution, the US Census Bureau is required to conduct a count of every person in …
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