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Preventing Tick Bites Starts Before You Go Outside

Recent attention around alpha-gal syndrome has reminded many of us that ticks are more than a nuisance. Alpha-gal syndrome, often linked to tick bites, is a potentially serious allergy to a sugar…

Worried about microplastics in your food?

The conversation about microplastics leaching into food has many people worried—and understandably so. At the same time, it’s worth remembering that much of our environment contains substances that…

February Is Heart Month—And Yes, It Applies to Kids Too

When we think about Heart Month, most of us picture adults worrying about cholesterol, blood pressure, and heart attacks later in life. But here’s the simple truth: Heart Month absolutely applies to…

2026 Goals to Get on NC Farms

As you start setting intentions for 2026, consider this your sign to make getting on NC farms a real goal this year.Whether you’re a lifelong resident or visiting North Carolina for the first time,…

November Is National Diabetes Awareness Month!

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month—a time to learn more about diabetes, a condition that affects over 38 million children and adults in the United States. Every year, November 14th is also…

Local 4-H Cooking Club Tackles Chicken Chimichanga Casseroles

The Clay County 4-H Cooking Club met on Tuesday, September 23rd, for a hands-on session centered on a delicious and hearty dish: Chicken Chimichanga Casserole. The meeting served as both a culinary…

Sunflowers

by Eleanor Moyer, Extension Master Gardener, Clay County VolunteerKeep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow. It’s what sunflowers do. Walt WhitmanAugust is the season for…

We Cooked Again!

The Clay County 4-H Program served up another fun and flavorful experience—this time with homemade ice cream and cake pops! To beat the summer heat and build some kitchen skills, potential members of…

Discovery Garden

by: Eleanor Moyer, Master Gardener Volunteer My daughter delights in our Hayesville library’s used book store which her family supports each time they visit. This week she found glossy, elegant…

Healthy Muffin Makeover at Brasstown Community Food Pantry!

Last week, our Family & Consumer Science Agent, Kim Terrell, visited the Brasstown Community Food Pantry to share a delicious and healthy twist on a pantry staple — pancake mix!Participants were…