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First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
Ginger Production Field Day Flyer

Ginger Production Field Day

Published - August 12, 2026 Read
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Red Foxes in Our Area: What to Know

Published - February 3, 2026 Read

News From Swain County Center

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Let's Save on School Lunches

Published - August 11, 2026

NC County Drought Map as of July 21, 2026
Taking Care of Your Plants In Drought Conditions

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Decoding the Fine Print: The Homeowner’s Guide to Using Pesticides Safely and Effectively

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Photo of Hammerhead Worm
Hammerhead Worms: What They Are & How to Protect Yourself

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Flyer for Forest Farming Office Hours
Unlocking the Canopy: Forest Farming in Western NC

Published - July 29, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
A woman holding a watermelon slice in front of their face with eyes visible above it.
Beating the Heat This Summer

Published - July 1, 2026

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Keeping Your Food and Budget Safe for Hurricane Season

Published - June 2, 2026

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Start Your Regenerative Mushroom Farm - June 17th

Published - June 2, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Swain Co. 4-H Livestock: Chickens Thursday | Aug 13 | 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
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Smoky Mountain Beekeepers Association Meeting Thursday | Aug 13 | 7:00 PM — 8:00 PM Swain County Regional Business Education and Training Center, 45 East Ridge Drive, Bryson City, NC 28713
Yoga Sculpt Class Friday | Aug 14 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Donation Station at the Sylva Farmers Market Saturday | Aug 15 | 8:00 AM — 1:00 PM Sylva Farmers Market, 76 Railroad Ave, Sylva, NC 28779, USA
Accessible Yoga Class Monday | Aug 17 | 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

4-H members gathered for a group photo at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
A Week to Remember at 2026 State 4-H Congress

Published - August 11, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Recipients selected through the 2026 AIRE (Application, Interview, Resume, and Essay) process pose for a group photo during North Carolina 4-H Congress after being announced as delegates to represent the state at National 4-H Congress.
Announcing the 2026 National 4-H Trip Winners

Published - August 7, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
A group of graduating North Carolina 4-H seniors pose together with their decorated graduation caps during the inaugural 4-H Signing Season celebration at the 2026 North Carolina 4-H Congress.
North Carolina 4-H Hosts Inaugural Senior Signing Event at State Congress

Published - August 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Small brown flies crawl over the surface of a ripe raspberry.
From Backyard Fruit to Breakthrough Findings: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Advance Invasive Pest Research

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Bringing the Farm Home: NC Cooperative Extension Hosts Vibrant Mini Farmer’s Market Event in Mecklenburg County

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Local Food
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Connecting Agriculture, Office, and Community: A Conversation with Taylor Crumpler

Published - August 3, 2026

From: Local Food
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Pickin in the Pines Benefit Concert

Published - July 31, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Three 4-H members wearing medals pose for a photo after being recognized during the 2026 North Carolina 4-H State Presentation Finals.
Youth Excel at 2026 State 4-H Presentation Finals

Published - July 30, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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The Grounded Table Webinar Series

Published - July 30, 2026

From: Local Food
Kaleidoscope logo displayed next to the 4-H clover emblem, separated by an "X" symbol, representing the use of Kaleidoscope for North Carolina 4-H's online project record system.
NC 4-H Introduces New Online System for Project Records

Published - July 17, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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