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Stanly County Center
Promotional flyer for the free "Eat the Med Way: Summer Senior Series" hosted at the Stanly County Senior Center on July 1 and August 5 at 2:00 PM . Includes session descriptions, photos of healthy food and herbs, and registration contact numbers.

Eat the Med Way: Summer Senior Series Coming to Stanly County

Are you looking for simple steps to a healthier you this summer? Join N.C. Cooperative Extension for our upcoming "Eat the Med Way: Summer Senior Series." This free, two-part educational series is…

Person County Center
Older female holding a basket of vegetables from the garden

Champion Your Health

Celebrated every May, Older Americans Month (OAM) is led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). Established in 1963, OAM is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight…

Jackson County Center
A sticker reading "Stay Hydrated" surrounding a water bottle. Wrapping around the sticker are water packed snacks and beverages.

Summer Fun is Just Around the Corner

Oh my word! Summer is just around the corner! Do you have your count down to the last day of school yet? Hint: It’s May 22nd for Jackson County Schools. Less than 3 weeks! Summer brings us hot…

North Carolina 4-H
4-H members collaborate in a workshop, assembling and troubleshooting a robot.

4-H Basics

4-H is built on a set of shared values and traditions that guide the experiences of youth, volunteers, and communities. These elements reflect what 4-H stands for and how young people grow through…

New Hanover County Center
Pink and White Azaleas at the NHC Arboretum

Pruning for Personal Growth

It has been a productive spring; the azaleas and roses are having a flush year. Properly maintained plants overflowed with colorful blooms. As April and the beloved azalea flowers fade, we are given…

Buncombe County Center
Red sign with "Hospital" painted in white letters. A red and white bus and hospital building in the background.

When a Friend or Loved One is Taken to the Hospital

A family member or friend taken to the ER can be a very frightening, emotional, and stressful situation for both the patient and other members of the family. Being as prepared as possible can help…

Lee County Center
Mixed nuts background with overlaid text: "Going Nuts for Heart Health Month"

Going Nuts for Heart Health Month

We’ve entered Heart Health Month, a nationally recognized awareness initiative that highlights the importance of lifestyle changes and education around understanding heart disease risk factors. While…

Beaufort County Center
Best Cabbage Soup Recipe

Another Bowl of Soup, Please.

Let's kick off 2026 with this NEW red lentil soup!! I’ve really been craving meals like this. The kind that feels comforting and wholesome, hearty without being heavy, full of plant-based protein and…

Brunswick County Center
Sweetpotato-Chicken-and-Rice-Soup

Soup-er Bowl Trivia

I live in a community that has lots of activities and groups in which we can get involved and do fun things together. One of the activities that I really enjoy is a dining group that cooks and has…

Brunswick County Center
Whole wheat pasta with vegetables

The Mediterranean Diet

I’m sure you’ve heard about the Mediterranean Diet. It has been ranked by health and nutrition experts as one of the top three healthy diets that you can eat. The other two are the DASH (dietary…