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November 2025 SNAP Benefits Suspended

As you may have heard, due to the government shutdown, SNAP/FNS benefits have been suspended for the month of November 2025. NCDHHS will notify SNAP/FNS participant households and individuals by text…

Farm to Early Childhood Education Regional Training Flyer

Childcare Teachers: Check Out the Farm To Early Childhood Education Training!

In collaboration with North Carolina Cooperative Extension and the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS), we will be holding a training for Early Childhood Educators to connect our young…

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Spring and Summer FCS Programs Are Here!

There’s nothing like warmer weather, going outside more often, and learning more about preserving your food and food safety! Now you can sign up for our upcoming Home Food Preservation and Safe…

Flyer for LIFT Program featuring a picture with exercise equipment, QR code to registration, and N.C. Cooperative Extension Logo

Join us for our LIFT Program!

Would you like to participate in a FREE research-based fitness program in order to increase your strength, flexibility, and balance? If so, please join us for our upcoming L.I.F.T. Program! L.I.F.T.…

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Don't Forget: Join Us For The FCS Volunteer Open House!

Join N.C. Cooperative Extension, Union County Center in supporting our Family and Consumer Science (FCS) and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Programs (EFNEP)!We are holding our FCS volunteer…

Serving Soup in a bowl from the hot pot on the stove

Get Well Soon With Comforting Soup

As cold weather comes in, so does the coughing, sneezing, aches, and fatigue from being sick. Many families and friends will be taking care of their sick loved ones, cozied up in their beds or…

WIC, Nutrition, Meal Assistance, FCS, EFNEP

WIC - Supporting Strong Women and Their Families

March is a celebration of the hard-working and amazing women with Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8th. This month is a great time to talk about a wonderful program that…

Brussel Sprouts

What’s in Season?

If you’re wondering what produce is in season, I got you covered. For this month there are a variety of fruits and vegetables, including artichokes, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, leeks,…

Vegetables

Happy National Nutrition Month!

There’s nothing like March that brings warm weather, growing plants, and celebrating healthy eating habits! March is National Nutrition Month, a celebration of taking steps to improving your health…

Eggnog

How to Make Healthy Eggnog

Eggnog is a classic holiday drink enjoyed by many. However, it has never been known as a healthy choice. Between the heavy cream, sugar, and eggs, eggnog can quickly become a real calorie buster. If…