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Do You Have a Heat Action Plan?

With the recent high temperatures across our region, we need to keep heat disorders in mind. Key things to keep in mind are to stay cool, stay hydrated and know the symptoms.Check out the CDC’s About…

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Not Too Late to Grow Your Own

Missed the Mother's Day planting window? No problem! With June here and summer break just around the corner, now's your chance to get growing.It's absolutely not too late to plant your own food. The…

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You're Invited: Digital Opportunities Stakeholder Meeting

Local residents, community partners, and service providers are invited to participate in an upcoming Digital Opportunities Stakeholder Meeting on Thursday, May 15, at 5:30 p.m, Community Building,…

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Backyard Composting Basics

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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Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather

Have you ever wondered how much rain fell during a recent thunderstorm? How about snowfall during a winter storm? If so, an important volunteer weather observing program needs your help!The Community…

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Unleashing Your Green Thumb in Small Spaces

Ever dreamed of cultivating your own thriving garden but limited by space? Fear not! We invite you to embark on a gardening adventure with our Container Gardening Workshop, taking place on Saturday,…

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Don't Miss Gardening Outside the Lines: Join Us in April

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of McDowell County is hosting a garden symposium, Gardening Outside the Lines, for county residents and other regional…

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Collaborating to Expand Broadband Access & Digital Skills

A new collaborative of 8 organizations in the foothills region were selected to participate in Dogwood Health Trust’s Digital Opportunities Initiative, which focuses on making broadband internet…

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Washing Bird Feeders

As I age, I find time to smell the roses. But not only do I stop to smell the roses, I relax in my recliner to watch the birds. It's nice knowing that I share this new found joy with my 90+ years…

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Keep McDowell Beautiful Greatest American Clean Up Planning Lunch

The Greatest American Clean Up's goal is to remove 25 billion pieces of litter from parks, waterways, and public spaces by July 4, 2026. Volunteers from all across the county organize under the Keep…