EFNEP Recognizes Two Union County Staffers
For 50 years, EFNEP has been fighting to free individuals from food insecurity, poor nutrition, and choices that are …
Community
Farm Crisis Assistance for Farmers
The past few years have been especially hard on farmers, with drought, flooding, fires, tariffs and related market instability …
Beach Safety Tips for Fun in the Sun
We all looking forward to a relaxing vacation at the beach. Fortunately, we live near both North Carolina and …
2019 National Hurricane Preparedness Week
This week is National Hurricane Preparedness Week and now is the time to start getting ready. Hurricane season officially …
School Garden Summer Institute
NC State University Plants for Human Health Institute is hosting a School Garden Summer Institute August 14-15th, 8:30 a.m. …
Accessing HealthCare in Union & Anson Counties
Saturday, May 4th at 2 p.m. the Lois Morgan Edwards Memorial Library located at 414 Hasty St, Marshville, NC …
Seeking Input on Reducing Hunger and Food Loss
In 2009, a Master Gardener Volunteer named Gary Oppenheimer created a nationwide nonprofit called ampleharvest.org. It works in more than …
Science Explorers Expo - April 27th at Cane Creek Park
We are calling all residents and youth of Union County to come out and join in the festivities of the …
Canned Food Drive!
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Union County will be collecting non-perishable food items at 3230-D Presson Road, Monroe, NC now through …
Irish Cooking Class for Teens at Lois Morgan Edwards Memorial Library, Marshville, NC
As we approach St. Patrick’s Day, we begin to think about the country of Ireland, its culture and traditions. …
FREE Radon Test Kits
Following up on his article from earlier this month, Marcus McFarland, Union County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent has …
Conservation Options
Hello, this is Andrew Baucom, field crops agent and county extension director here at the Union County Ag Center, …
4-H Afterschool Youth Inspired to Give Back
The 4-H program is known for fostering caring youth through community action. A portion of the 4-H Pledge even …
It's Time For Planning Next Years Garden
There isn’t a lot happening in the garden around January but now is a great time to order seed …
Row Cover in the Winter Garden
Earlier this year I talked about fall gardens and I briefly discussed covering your plants in cold weather. Covering …
Getting involved with 4-H!
Welcome, 2019! Every year, we set goals and seek out new opportunities. So why not set a new goal …
Southern Farm Show 2019
The Southern Farm Show begins January 30th and runs through February 1st at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh. …
EFNEP Partners With Wingate University - Health & Wellness Fair
Wingate University is hosting a Health & Wellness Fair in partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield and EFNEP. The …
Union County Heritage Festival Seeking Volunteers for 2019 Heritage Festival!
The Union County Heritage Festival is seeking volunteers to serve on the Coordinating Committee for the 2019 festival! Committee members …
Volunteering Brings the Community Together at Christmas and Throughout the Year
In 2019, consider donating your time to volunteer for a worthy cause. In Union County, there are several organizations …
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