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Preparing for Winter Storm - Preparing for Power Outage

Winter storms can cause power outages that lead to food safety concerns. As storms approach, protect your food and family by being prepared.Three Ways to Prepare for a Winter Storm1. Purchase or…

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Meal Preparation After Power Failure

After winter storm you may experience power failure and might not have refrigeration, water or heat for cooking. To prepare food without power or safe water, follow these guidelines.Keeping Frozen…

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Infant Food Safety During Winter Storms

Keeping human milk, formula and baby food at safe temperatures is important for keeping infants and young children healthy. Consider these steps when preparing for and recovering from winter…

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September - National Preparedness Month

Make a Plan for National Preparedness Month This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is Preparedness Starts at Home. We are asking people to take four key actions to prepare for any disaster…

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Holiday Houseplants

Houseplants are wonderful gifts during any season to give as they provide beautiful colors indoors and many can be planted outdoors during the spring and summer. This gift will have your special…

FCS News January 2024

ARE YOU STILL LOOKING FOR MOTIVATION? WHAT IF I TOLD YOU THAT YOU DON'T NEED MOTIVATION TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR GOALS?Are you still looking for motivation? Guess what, most of us are! We don't always wake…

Christmas Charcuterie Board Class

Franklin County Cooperative Extension and the Franklin County Dept. of Aging welcomes you to attend a Christmas Charcuterie Board class. Classes will be conducted Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 2:30 pm, and…

FCS News-November 2023

Maintain, Don't Gain This Holiday SeasonSince 2006, it has been our pleasure to offer you the Eat Smart, Move More, Maintain, don't gain! Holiday Challenge. This partnership between NC State…

FCS News-October 2023

It's National Farm to School month, a time to celebrate the connection between local farmers and our school communities. In this edition, FCS News is your go-to source for valuable insights. Enjoy…

Senator James D. Speed Achievement Scholarship

The Senator James D. Speed Achievement Scholarship is presented to a deserving Junior Beef Exhibitor, age 14-18 years old, in the Jr. Market Steer and/or Jr. Beef Heifer competition. The scholarship…