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Winter Road Ready — essential supplies for car emergencies

Preparing for a Winter Storm

Did you know that 60% of temperature related deaths are caused by cold exposure During extremely cold weather or winter storms, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Winter storms can bring cold…

Plan First, Shop Second: A Better Way to Buy Groceries

With grocery prices climbing, many families are searching for ways to stretch their food dollars without sacrificing nutrition or flavor. Eating well on a budget can feel challenging, but with a…

Shop with a Plan: Grocery Lists

Have you ever gone to the grocery store without a plan and instead come home with snacks instead of supper? You’re not alone! Making a grocery list might sound old-fashioned, but it’s one of the…

December - Fresh Picks

As the chill of winter begins to settle across North Carolina, local farms are still delivering fresh, flavorful produce. December may bring shorter days and cooler temps, but for those who know…

Sodium Shockers: Where Salt Hides

When we think of salt, we often picture a shaker on the dinner table, but most of the sodium we eat doesn’t come from what we add at home. Most of the sodium in our diets comes from packaged and…

Fresh from the Fall Garden

Did you know you can grow fresh, healthy vegetables well past summer? Fall is a great time to garden because the weather is cool and there are fewer pests. Growing your own vegetables also saves…

Seedlings in soil-filled pots covered by cut plastic milk jugs used as protective cloches

Winter Seed Sowing Workshop

Get your hands dirty and learn the secrets of successful winter seed sowing - it's all about the soil, the seeds, and a little bit of magic!The workshop will be on Saturday, November 15 from 10:00am…

Wreath of mixed green foliage with red berries on wooden plank background

Wreath Making Workshop

Create a wreath made from a variety of greenery clipped from our Arboretum’s shrubs & trees!The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Pitt County will be leading a Wreath Making Workshop on…

November with cauliflower pecan and spinach

November - Fresh Picks

November is a great month to visit your local farmers market in North Carolina. Cooler weather brings a variety of hearty produce and nuts that shine in fall recipes. Eating seasonally not only means…

October with a pumpkin kale and sweet potato

October - Fresh Picks

As the air cools and leaves begin to turn, Eastern North Carolina’s fields are bursting with some of fall’s most beloved flavors. From bright orange pumpkins to earthy sweetpotatoes and crisp leafy…