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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.

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World Yoga Day

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When most people think of magnolias, the common evergreen, Southern Magnolia comes to mind. But there are several deciduous …

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Forest in Union County

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Thanksgiving Traditions

What are the traditions your family celebrates every Thanksgiving? Mine is the big family gathering for a meal that …

Planting Tree

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Thanksgiving Food

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Food safety is always important. I have worked in Cooperative Extension for almost 25 years and we always receive …

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