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Got Pressure? Canner Gauge Testing

For those planning to preserve food using a pressure canner, N.C. Cooperative Extension can help insure you’re doing it …

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Cook and Eat More Fish

In last week’s column I mentioned that eating fish is like taking a multivitamin for your brain. It’s also …

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Avoid Boring Salads

We all know we should be eating more fruits and vegetables. But, admit it…..that’s hard to do. Salads are …

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Coconut Products

OK…I admit I’ve seen coconut water in the stores…but I’ve pretty much ignored it thinking it’s another one of those …

Introduction to Home Cooking info flyer

Introduction to Home Cooking

Introduction to Home Cooking Think about how many meals you and your family cooked and ate at home last week. …

Danny Thornton, Environmental Health Director at the Golden A Awards Ceremony. Thornton said The Golden A awards recognize the important hard work these food service workers are doing. He encouraged everyone to learn something new about their operation and move forward for our residents and visitors.

'Golden A' Awards

On March 24 I had the opportunity to attend the county’s Golden A Awards ceremony. This event is hosted by …

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