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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…

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New Year, Healthier You: Making Resolutions That Stick

As the new year approaches, many of us begin thinking about fresh starts—especially when it comes to health, fitness, and weight loss. Setting goals can be exciting, but turning them into…

Staying Healthy During the Holidays: Simple Tips Anyone Can Follow

Staying Healthy During the Holidays: Simple Tips Anyone Can FollowThe holiday season is full of fun, food, and time with people we care about. But it can also throw our healthy habits off track. With…

Rows of evergreen Christmas trees with a grassy path between them

Choosing and Caring for the Perfect Christmas Tree

Picking out a Christmas tree is one of the most enjoyable traditions of the season, and a little know-how can help you bring home a tree that looks good and lasts through the holidays. Start by…

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…

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…

Color Me Healthy at Hayesville Pre-K!

Another fun and flavorful day with our Hayesville Pre-K students during their Color Me Healthy class!These little learners have been discovering the importance of: Eating the colors of the rainbow…

2025 NC Mountain State Fair

The 2025 NC Mountain State Fair Catalog is now available! Both General Exhibits and Livestock Exhibits are posted on the wncagcenter.org website and ready for your entries. Don’t miss your chance to…

Dining With Diabetes Program Empowers Community With Tools for Healthier Living

Kim Terrell, Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agent and Registered Dietitian, recently hosted the Dining with Diabetes program, part of the National Extension Working Group initiative. The…

N.C. Cooperative extension booth with samples of a Mango Fruit Salad.

From Pantry to Plate: Inspiring Healthy Choices With Simple Recipes

Family & Consumer Science Agent, Kim Terrell, has been partnering with the Brasstown Food Pantry and Matt's Ministry Food Pantry to share healthy recipe ideas with participants. The healthy…