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Marion East Community Clean Up Spring 2026

The N.C. Cooperative Extension-McDowell County Center's “Keep McDowell Beautiful” program will be partnering with the YMCA and Marion East Community Forum to host a clean-up day. We will provide…

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Apps to Enhance Your Outdoor Experience

It happens every year in western North Carolina. The forecast mentions "accumulation," the bread and milk disappear from the Ingles shelves, and suddenly we’re all staring out our windows at the same…

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McDowell County 4-H Scholarship

Attention Graduating Senior 4-Hers. We are excited to once again offer a college scholarship to a graduating senior McDowell 4-Her. This can go to any school of your choice. Deadline to apply is May…

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Snack Time!

February might be the shortest month but there are so many things to celebrate! It's National Snack Month! And with the cooler weather and being stuck inside, snacks are always a good thing! Let's…

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Composting for Families Online

Composting is harnessing the power of nature to recycle your organic waste at home. More than 25% of the typical home’s waste is yard trimmings and food scraps. Imagine cutting down the amount of…

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2026 McDowell Honey Bee School Registration Now Open

Free Four Day Beginning Beekeeping Course 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Saturday, February 7, 14 and 21, 2026Field Day TBD. Registration is now open for the 2026 McDowell Honey Bee School, a hands-on…

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2026 4-H Online

Hi All,It is once again time to re enroll in McDowell County 4-H. Please visit 4-H Online toupdate your profile for 2026. If this is your first time please create a new account. If you have questions…

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North Carolina 4-H College Scholarships

Attention graduating seniors!! The NC 4-H Scholarship booklet is now available. This is a great way to apply for many scholarships all at once. If you are interested in applying or have questions…

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McDowell 4-H Teen Club Meeting

Our newly formed McDowell 4-H Teen Club will hold their next meeting on Monday January 12th at 6 pm in the Cooperative Extension Conference Room. Please let us know if you plan to join us by emailing…

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December Snacks

December is always full of social gatherings and family get togethers which usually involves all kinds of food! Instead of taking your normal snacks, add this Pecan Brittle to the mix. Pecans are in…