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Monday, September 8th, 2008

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North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reservation. Mailing Address Perquimans County P.O. Box 87 Hertford, NC 27944 Street Address Perquimans County 601-A South Edenton Road Street Hertford, NC 27944 (252) 426-5428 Phone (252) 426-1646 Fax Perquimans County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Perquimans County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone. More Featured Content »   Featured Content Disaster Preparedness Information North Carolina Cooperative Extension is a provider of research-based, educational materials to help individuals, families, communities and businesses. Each year, millions of people are affected by natural disasters and their consequences. This site has been produced to offer assistance in dealing with natural disasters. MORE Why Leaves Change Color Every year at this time we revel in the beauty of the trees, knowing well that it is only a fleeting pleasure. Before long the leaves will flutter away from their summer home and become a part of the rich carpet that covers the forest floor. Many people suppose that Jack Frost is responsible for the color change, but we know otherwise... MORE More Events »   Events Gardening In The Albemarle    September 16th, 2008 @ 3:00 PM - October 21st, 2008 @ 5:00 PM Edenton, NC New to the area? New to gardening? Register today for this 6-week gardening course that begins September 16th, 3pm to 5pm in Edenton. Topics include southern lawns, plant selection, natural pest control, landscape design, edibles and more. Open to residents of all surrounding counties. For more information contact Katy Shook, NC Cooperative Extension Area Horticulture Agent at 482-6585. ... MORE Building Quality Child Care Conference    October 4th, 2008 @ 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Williamston, NC This conference provides 5 continuing education credits with educational programs focusing on the needs of child care professionals. Registration fee is $30. Pre-registration is required. For more information contact Tanya Wynne at (252)789-4370. ... MORE More News »   News Creating A Natural Screen Posted August 15th, 2008 in Lawn & Garden      Whether the goal is to create privacy, reduce noise, hide unsightly views or block wind, natural screens can provide an attractive, environmentally friendly and low cost alternative to hard-scape fences and structures if established correctly.    When selecting plants for a natural screen, it is important to first assess the site.  What are the light exposure, moisture availability, soil type and climate?  Make sure the plants’ needs match the site characteristics before purchasing.  Take ... MORE Extreme Heat Posted August 8th, 2008 in Health & Nutrition Heat Stress in the Elderly Elderly people (that is, people aged 65 years and older) are more prone to heat stress than younger people for several reasons:    Elderly people do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature. They are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that upsets normal body responses to heat. They are more likely to take prescription medicines that impair the body's ability to ... MORE

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