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Matthew has made a very soggy ending to an already wet summer for those of us in eastern NC. …
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Stormwater BMP Inspection & Maintenance Certification Workshop
Do you want or need to know more about stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and their maintenance? If yes, …
Cape Fear River Partnership Video Update
The Cape Fear River Partnership’s efforts to revitalize fisheries continues, as described in this update video. The Cape Fear …
Heat Index Information Online!
In their June 24 blog post, the NC State Climate Office (SCO) discusses the history of the heat index and …
Join Us Saturday, Jan. 18th for Striperfest!
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Extend Your Growing Season: Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden!
Fall is an exciting time in southeastern North Carolina! We finally get a reprieve from the heat and humidity …
Spiders... Big Spiders... Oh My!
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Downy Mildew Now Appearing in Brunswick County
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Consider Pruning Your Tomato Plants to Get More Fruit Production
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