NC 4-H Going Abroad?
Are you interested in learning more about the NC 4-H Outbound Exchange Program? NC 4-H has opportunities for current …
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Giant Salvinia Alert!
Giant salvinia (Salvinia molesta) has been found in Columbus County. This is a federally listed, noxious, invasive aquatic weed. …
Plan Ahead Household Hazardous Waste Collection Scheduled
The Coastal Environmental Partnership is sponsoring a Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection Day on Saturday, September 26, from …
Fall Registration for Empowering Youth and Families Program
Fall registration is now starting for the Empowering Youth and Families Program (EYFP) for middle school youth and their …
EDEN 2020 Annual Meeting
Extension Disaster Education Network Annual Meeting Online September 22–25, 2020 What is Annual Meeting? EDEN’s Annual Meeting is an opportunity for extension professionals …
During Stressful Times, Protect Yourself From Scammers
September is National Disaster Preparedness Month. As if a pandemic wasn’t enough, add an earth quake, forest fires, floods, and …
Census: Your Action Needed
I’m asking for your help. The Census response rate for Carteret County has been lower than expected but there is …
Services & Building Update - Carteret County Center
We wanted to share an update with you as our building has been closed since March and that will …
COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing August 8
COVID-19 drive-thru testing is open to all residents of Carteret County, Saturday, August 8, 2020. You must pre-register. Call …
Food Safety and Disaster Preparedness Resources
Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, ice storms and other natural disasters can cause power outages or water damage that can put …
Hope4NC Helpline Available for COVID-19, Hurricane Stress
The Hope4NC Helpline (1-855-587-3463) is a statewide resource for North Carolinians experiencing stress and trauma from COVID-19 or natural …
Be Prepared
The most important thing that you can do to protect yourself and your property is to be prepared for …
Cooper Issues State of Emergency and Transportation Waivers for Isaias
[View Executive Order 154 | Issued July 31, 2020] North Carolina is preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Isaias with …
Pollination and Heat in the Vegetable Garden
Many crops we grow in the home vegetable garden need pollinators to help move the pollen from one flower …
How-to Prevent Splits in Vegetables
We may get a lot of rain one day and then no rain for two or three days. With …
Garden Safety and Summer Hydration
This year we are very concerned with safety when we venture out into public. We wear masks and social …
New Predetermined Coastal Evacuation Zones
Last week, North Carolina announced the implementation of the Know Your Zone initiative for the state’s coastal communities. The …
Supporting Black-Owned Businesses in North Carolina
Tourism Extension aims to support individuals, businesses, and organizations working in the tourism sector across North Carolina. One community …
NC Farm School for Veterans
The NC Down East Farm School will provide classroom instruction and personal consultations for Veterans in this region seeking …
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 …
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