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Therapeutic Horticulture Classes Offered

Published - September 17, 2026 Read
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First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
SHIIP Volunteers Needed in Swain County

SHIIP Counseling in Swain County is Seeking Volunteers

Published - January 14, 2026 Read

News From Swain County Center

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Getting Ahead of The Holiday Meal Costs

Published - October 6, 2026

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Wildflower Gardening Basics

Published - September 18, 2026

2027 Garden Life Series Flyer
Garden Life Series For 2027

Published - September 17, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Healthy Family Road Trip Snacks

Published - September 1, 2026

WNC AgOptions
Apply Now for a 2027 WNC AgOptions Farm Grant

Published - August 26, 2026

Online Pesticide Credit Lunch & Learn Classes Schedule
2026-2027 Pesticide CEU Lunch and Learn Series - Online

Published - August 26, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Ginger Production Field Day Flyer
Ginger Production Field Day

Published - August 12, 2026

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Let's Save on School Lunches

Published - August 11, 2026

All News From Swain County Center

Upcoming Events

Accessible Yoga Class Monday | Nov 02 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Walk With Ease Series - 12 Sessions Monday | Nov 02 | 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM Recreation Park Walking Trail, Recreation Park Dr, Bryson City, NC 28713
Walk With Ease Series - 12 Sessions Wednesday | Nov 04 | 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM Recreation Park Walking Trail, Recreation Park Dr, Bryson City, NC 28713
L.I.F.T. Classes Wednesday | Nov 04 | 11:30 AM — 12:30 PM Swain Senior Center, 125 Brendle St, Bryson City, NC 28713
Yoga Sculpt Class Friday | Nov 06 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
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News From NC State Extension

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Chad Ray Named State 4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator

Published - October 29, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Beef Leadership Participants 2026
Perry & Doris Teeter Beef Leadership Institute

Published - October 29, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
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Honoring the Hands That Lead: Why Recognizing Youth Development Volunteers Matters!

Published - October 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Share Your Passion: Submit a Workshop Proposal for the 2027 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders' Conference!

Published - October 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
4-H sewing and needlecraft entries displayed on white lattice panels at the 2026 N.C. State Fair, featuring handmade quilts, clothing, knitted and crocheted items, and decorated textiles. Several entries have award ribbons attached.
4-H Makes Memories at North Carolina State Fair

Published - October 26, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Food Safety and Apples

Published - October 22, 2026

From: Food Safety
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Local Food Infrastructures in Extension: Union County

Published - October 19, 2026

From: Local Food
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Destructive Jumping Earthworms

Published - October 14, 2026

From: Gardening
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$4 for 4-H Reaches All 100 Counties

Published - October 9, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Richmond County EMFVs standing in front of a building during their tour of the NCSU dairy farm
Richmond County EMFVs Enjoy Touring the NC State Dairy Farm

Published - October 6, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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