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What to Do With All Those Pears!

Tis the season to celebrate the bounty of pears bestowed upon us here in the Sandhills! The pear trees are full and been a great source of nourishment for both humans and wildlife. Now that you’ve…

Why Swimming Is Good for Everyone

Swimming is a great way to beat the heat! The cool water instantly refreshes the body, mind, and spirit. Swimming has lots of great benefits for your health. It is one of the few forms of exercise…

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The Sizzling Season of Homemade Hamburgers

During the month of May we have lots of things to celebrate such as, graduations, family reunions, and the beginning of weekend vacations to the beach or mountains. May is also when we celebrate…

Mother's Day Child Safety Event

According to the North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force of the NC General Assembly, there were 319 child injury deaths in 2020, a 15 percent increase from 2019. Child safety is everyone's…

Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing Is Available

Canning season is upon us! For the sake of food safety please schedule an appointment to bring your pressure canner to the N.C. Cooperative Extension-Richmond County Center office to have the dial…

Black Eyed Peas and Okra: Foods of the African Diaspora

February is the month designated to recognize and celebrate the history and achievements of African Americans. In every culture food is a major part of its identity. In every society, food has a…

Celebrating Richmond Senior High School’s FCS Programs During CTE Month!

February is Career and Technical Education Month! Career Technical Education (CTE) bridges the gap between high school and postsecondary plans. In CTE classes students learn career skills that help…

Money Saving Strategies

As food prices continue to soar, our friends at Morefood.org and More in My Basket have these tips to help you save food dollars.What is your household currently doing to ensure you stay within…

Pass the Quinoa, Please!

If eating healthier is a goal for the new year, why not try a “super grain” ? Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”) is the perfect super gain to include in a healthy diet. It is often used as a substitute…

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Raising Confident, Competent Children

Happy New Year! Let's make the year 2022 the best ever! Start the year with an awesome opportunity to polish your positive parenting skills!You can help your child become confident and successful –…