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Welcome Taylor Lynn

Taylor Lynn joined the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Centeras our Family and Consumer Sciences Agent on January 2, 2026.Taylor is a Burke County resident and has served as an educator in…

Power's Out: Let's Eat!

When hurricane season hits, most of us are busy boarding up windows and purchasing batteries, but there’s one crucial element many overlook: how you’ll eat and prepare food when the power goes out.…

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Mental Wellness After the Storm: Reaching Out for Help Is Strength

After the devastation caused by the recent storm, many in our community are still reeling. While property damage and food loss are visible challenges, the emotional toll of a disaster often runs…

Food Safety After the Storm:

Letting Go of Condiments (and Why It’s Okay)After the recent hurricane, many of us in Burke County have faced days without power or water, and for some, even the loss of homes and loved ones. My…

Empowering Mountain Food Systems

What is Empowering Mountain Food Systems?EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) is part of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS), which launched in 2019 to focus on expanded…

Garlic: the Flavorful Superhero for Your Garden and Kitchen

Garlic, an herb in the onion family, has been celebrated for over 5,000 years for itsmedicinal and culinary uses. Originating in Asia, this ancient plant has made its way into kitchens and medicine…

Unraveling the Sun's Gifts and Safeguarding With Sunscreen

Isn't it amazing how our relationship with the sun is so complex? The sun actually does a lot for us, like giving us Vitamin D to help our bodies absorb calcium and keep our bones strong. Plus,…

Explore the Healing Power of Hobbies

During the month of May, Brandi Silver, FCS Agent with the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Center, is rolling out something exciting: Discover May: Explore New Hobbies for Mental Wellness.…

February - A Month Dedicated to Heart Health

Approximately 16 million individuals in the U.S. are dealing with coronary heart disease, the most prevalent form of heart disease. But fear not – dodging this health hurdle is totally doable. Being…

Tidying Up Your Environment to Improve Your Mental Well Being

In today's busy world, where we're constantly bombarded with information, takingcare of our mental well-being is more important than ever. Albert Einstein’s quote,"If a cluttered desk is a sign of a…