News From McDowell County Center

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Pasture Weed ID- Thistle

Published - March 2, 2026

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FREE 5-Week Android Tablet Course + FREE Tablet

Published - February 18, 2026

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Marion East Community Clean Up Spring 2026

Published - February 12, 2026

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Apps to Enhance Your Outdoor Experience

Published - January 29, 2026

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McDowell County 4-H Scholarship

Published - January 29, 2026

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Snack Time!

Published - January 28, 2026

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Organizing Your Refrigerator With Food Safety in Mind

Published - January 28, 2026

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Let's Crush the Schedule F!

Published - January 26, 2026

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Upcoming NC Beef Conference Educational Opportunity

Published - January 26, 2026

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Composting for Families Online

Published - January 16, 2026

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Lake James Clean Up Dates Spring 2026

Published - January 13, 2026

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2026 McDowell Honey Bee School Registration Now Open

Published - January 9, 2026

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2026 4-H Online

Published - January 7, 2026

USDA announces January 15 national batching deadline for major NRCS conservation programs
NRCS Conservation Program Updates for NC Farmers

Published - January 4, 2026

From: NC FarmLink
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2026 Jar for Me

Published - December 31, 2025

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NC Tunnel Talk Webinar Series

Published - December 30, 2025

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New Year, New Discoveries: Level Up Your Hobbies

Published - December 30, 2025

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Less Kitchen Waste in 2026

Published - December 30, 2025

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North Carolina 4-H College Scholarships

Published - December 29, 2025

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McDowell 4-H Teen Club Meeting

Published - December 29, 2025

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Winter Preparation and Year-End Planning: Considerations for Producers

Published - December 22, 2025

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Voluntary Ag District Info Session: Winter 2026

Published - December 19, 2025

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North Carolina Farm Pond Management Calendar

Published - December 12, 2025

From: Haywood County Center
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Tips for Winter Produce Storage

Published - November 25, 2025

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Are Gardeners Visiting for the Holidays?

Published - November 25, 2025

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Backyard Composting Basics

Published - November 24, 2025

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December Snacks

Published - November 24, 2025

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Keeping Livestock Warm and Healthy Through the Winter Months

Published - November 24, 2025

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4-H Dairy Heifer Program Calendar Fundraiser

Published - November 13, 2025

From: Dairy
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Winter Tree Identification Workshop

Published - November 12, 2025

From: Henderson County Center
WNC Beef Conference & Bull Sale — Saturday, December 6th 2025, WNC Regional Livestock Center
2025 WNC Beef Conference and NC BCIP Bull Sale

Published - November 4, 2025

From: Buncombe County Center
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Agricultural Advisory Board Member Needed

Published - October 31, 2025

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Last Chance to Register for Food Business Program

Published - October 30, 2025

From: Buncombe County Center
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Let’s Talk Cooking the Thanksgiving Turkey Safely

Published - October 30, 2025

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McDowell 4-H Food Drive

Published - October 30, 2025

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McDowell 4-H Share the Warmth

Published - October 29, 2025

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McDowell 4-H Young Guns Compete at State Tournament

Published - October 29, 2025

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Strong Records Make Strong Farms

Published - October 28, 2025

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Stay Safe and Smart Online

Published - October 28, 2025

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Health Coverage Matters

Published - October 28, 2025

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