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2026 Better Living Series

Published - February 4, 2026 Read
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4-H Happenings!

Published - May 4, 2026 Read
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Agricultural Hall of Fame Nominations

Published - April 21, 2026 Read

News From Cumberland County Center

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Thank you Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Cumberland County

Published - April 20, 2026

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Free Pesticide Collection Day

Published - April 16, 2026

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Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Tour

Published - April 8, 2026

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Gardening with Natives: Big Impart, Less Work

Published - April 8, 2026

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Growing Beautiful Gardens in the Shade

Published - March 26, 2026

Hands using a forked tool to pull weeds from lawn.
Effective Weed Control for Home Lawns

Published - March 18, 2026

soil management
2026 Soil Management Day

Published - February 18, 2026

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Berry Good Blueberries: How to Grow Your Own Workshop

Published - February 9, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Gardening with Natives: Big Impact, Less Work Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | May 12 | 12:00 PM — 1:30 PM 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306
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I'm a 4-H Volunteer! Now what? Thursday | May 14 | All Day
Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Tour Register with Eventbrite Tuesday | May 19 | 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306
South Central 4-H District Activity Day Wednesday | Jun 17 | 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM
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News From NC State Extension

Asian Tiger Mosquito (Aedes albopictus) a black and white mosquito biting a person.
Mosquitos Are Back . . .

Published - May 5, 2026

From: Gardening
EMG volunteers of Durham County teach local gardeners about ergonomic gardening tools at the demonstration garden
Planting Seeds for the Future: The Power of Giving

Published - April 29, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Impact Report Showcases How Volunteer Contributions Grow the Plant Toolbox

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Master Gardener volunteers surrounded by blooming plants engage with community members during a tour of the demonstration garden at the Extension center in Durham County.
National Volunteer Week: Celebrating Extension Master Gardener Volunteers!

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
EMG volunteers of Durham County with healthy plants they grew smile and welcome the public to learn about sustainable gardening.
Earth Day is Everyday: Learn How Master Gardener Volunteers Are Growing Greener Communities

Published - April 17, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Farm to Fridge - a Wonderful Model in Granville County

Published - April 15, 2026

From: Gardening
An EMG volunteer of Durham County presents on pruning in front of a presentation screen that shows the gardening tool in front of a classroom of volunteers who are focused on learning.
2025 Annual Report Spotlights Volunteers' Commitment to Growth through Continuing Ed

Published - April 13, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
A Durham community member counts pollinators and records the number counted in a verdant demonstration garden for the 2025 Great Southeast Pollinator Census .
See How Pollinator Census Participation Makes a Difference in the 2025 Annual Report

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
A close-up photo of seedlings of kale & mustard growing together and ready for harvest.
Microgreens for Macro-Satisfaction

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
banner for the webinar about How to Get Started with the Great Southeast Pollinator Census in NC on April 15
Learn more and get involved with the Great Southeast Pollinator Census in NC in 2026

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
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