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Jennifer HolmesExtension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences N.C. Cooperative Extension, Randolph County Center

If you’re looking for food pantries, community meals, or other forms of food assistance in Randolph County, see the …

The holiday season is well known for time honored traditions, festive gatherings, and indulgent foods. It’s no surprise that …

Seasonal Picks for Peak Nutrition As summer winds down, gardens and farmers’ markets are bursting with the season’s final (and …

When natural disasters like floods and power outages strike, staying safe goes beyond shelter and electricity—your food supply can …

Why It’s Dangerous Extreme heat increases the risk for serious health issues, including heat exhaustion and heatstroke, which can be …

We’ve all been there—you’re mid-recipe and suddenly realize that you’re out of a key ingredient. No need to panic. …

It’s almost canning season… Imagine putting hours into harvesting, washing, and canning vegetables from your garden only to find out …

It’s American Heart Month, a time when we put a focus on improving our heart health and preventing heart …

As we ring in the New Year, people all over the world take part in the long time tradition …

After the holidays many people begin to start thinking about the New Year’s resolutions or goals they’d like to …

There’s a lot to think about when it comes to holiday meals whether you are hosting the meal or …

Pleasing picky eaters can be a source of frustration for parents who are also juggling the demands of the …