Zebra Mussel Alert!
This is a re-post of information put out by N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission regarding zebra mussels in aquarium moss …
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Curious About Soil?
If you are curious to know more about soil, the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) has a variety …
Septic Systems: Things Homeowners & Realtors Should Know
Septic systems have been around for a very long time. In North Carolina, nearly half of the homes utilize …
Rainwater Harvesting at Home
Pre-made, unpainted, rain barrels will be available at N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Onslow County office, located at 4024 Richlands Hwy, …
Well Water - What Homeowners and Realtors Need to Know
Do you have questions about well water? Are you a realtor or homeowner with a well? Then consider attending …
Environmental Education - Southeastern NC Activities and Information
Do you like word search games? Own a septic system? Have wet areas on your property? Curious about wind …
NC Zoo Presents "Living With Nature" Virtual Event
From the North Carolina Zoo: Next week is the North Carolina Zoo’s first Living with Nature distance learning event for the 2020-2021 …
Jones County 4-H Fresh Wreath Fundraiser
Support Jones County 4-H’ers and order fresh fraser fir wreaths for the holidays! Order online Contact Samantha Bennett for more information …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
New Online Poultry Resources Available for 2020
With everything going on in the world right now, we know there is a lot of uncertainty about many …
NC Restaurants Feeding Kids Initiative
Are you a restaurant, catering company or foodservice operation interested in helping feed kids in need during COVID-19 school …
Two Watersnakes Seen at Onslow Discovery Gardens
As the weather warms, snake sightings will become much more common. We have 38 varieties of snakes in NC, …
Best Methods to Follow When Submitting an Email Photo for Aquatic Plant ID
It can be very frustrating when trying to get an aquatic plant identified by emailing a photo – both …
Aquatic Plants Are Already Active
The mild weather experienced this winter in southeastern NC has permitted a variety of aquatic plants and weeds to …
Think the Ground Is Dry? Wet? Not Sure?
The NC Drought Monitor website lets you see current and historical drought conditions. Also discussed are river levels and …
2020 Census
Established by the US Constitution, the US Census Bureau is required to conduct a count of every person in …
Radon: Your Home and Your Health
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you cannot see, smell, or taste, so it could be present …
2019 - NC's Warmest Year...so Far
It’s official. According to the blog posted by the North Carolina State University Climate Office, 2019 edged out 1990 …
CCA Training, December 10-12
CCA_web form registration 2019 N.C. Cooperative Extension of Johnston County will host the annual CCA training once again. Come and receive …
Alligatorweed Thrips for Alligatorweed Control
There is a new to North Carolina management strategy for alligatorweed control. Alligatorweed (Alternanthera philoxeroides) is an invasive aquatic …
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