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Make Your Grilling Greener!

Many, (some estimates say 74 MILLION) households in the U.S. own at least one outdoor grill or smoker, according to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association.  Traditional charcoal grills produce smoke and soot particles MORE »Posted: 5/14/13

Pattypan Squash a Heart Healthy Choice

  If you have been noticing a new scalloped shaped squash on the market lately, you have discovered Pattypan squash.  This small squash often known, as scallop squash is a small, round, saucer-shaped vegetable MORE »Posted: 5/13/13

Climate Change Adaptation Webinar Series

Climate and weather:  two very different things.  The first is based on long-term trends; the second is what’s happening this week outside.  People understand climate when it comes to December temperature differences between North MORE » – from   Onslow County CenterPosted: 5/13/13

Need Information? Try “Ask an Expert”

Lenoir County residents now have the expertise of all of the nation’s land-grantuniversities at their fingertips, thanks to a web tool offered by the Lenoir County Center of NC Cooperative Extension.  With this Extension MORE »Posted: 5/13/13

Prevent Button Battery Hazards at Home

Small, coin-sized batteries can be found in products in nearly every home in America. From the mini-flashlight sitting on the table, to the remote control next to the TV, “button batteries” as they are MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

Does Cole Slaw Have to Be Made With Cabbage?

Although the official definition of Cole slaw is cabbage salad, and it is traditionally made with mayonnaise, vinegar and seasonings, there are many ways to enjoy fresh vegetables as a “Cole slaw”!  Venture out MORE »Posted: 5/7/13

Removing Odor from Clothing

Thrift store purchases, old, packed-away seasonal clothes, clothing exposed to dampness can all carry musty smells. The smell can range from the stale odor of being stored to the moldy scent of damp-associated with MORE »Posted: 5/3/13

Springtime is Party Time

It is finally feeling like Spring and that means it is time to get outside and enjoy the events of the season such as Proms and Graduations with family and friends.  This season give MORE »Posted: 4/29/13
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