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The Pork to Pantry Project: Help Stock Orange County Pantries With Local Protein

UPDATE: This project is fully funded as of 3/12/26. Thank you to our donors! ---In Orange County, Feeding America estimates that 13% of our neighbors struggle with food insecurity. We are lucky to…

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Orange County Cooperative Extension Blueberry Plant Sale

Orange County Cooperative Extension, in partnership with Orange County 4-H clubs, will be taking orders for blueberry plants from February 15 until March 25. All purchases will help the Cooperative…

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Dig Deeper With Us!: Series Continues in 2026

Dig Deeper With Us! Join us for free monthly talks on gardening. Orange County Public Library, Southern Campus (Drakeford Complex, Carrboro:Sunday, Jan. 11, 2-3:30 p.m., Technology in the…

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Orange & Durham Cattlemen's Association

The Orange & Durham Cattlemen's Association consists of local cattle producers that meet throughout the year to fellowship and hear from industry professionals. Each meeting begins with a meal and…

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Extension Master Gardener (Sm) Orange County Calendars for Sale

Calendar order flyer_2026 The 2026 calendar from Orange County's Master Gardener volunteers is now on sale—and it makes a perfect gift! Beautiful cover art and stunning garden photos bring native…

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Orange County Code of Ordinances Update Addresses Noise Concerns in Rural Areas

On September 16th, 2025, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners amended the Orange County Code of Ordinances to address noise concerns in rural areas of Orange County. Specifically, the…

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Hunger Action Month Spotlight on Carrboro Farmers' Market

September is National Hunger Action Month. This month we are highlighting organizations in Orange County that are taking action to feed people, empower communities, and solve food insecurity. Our…

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Citizen Science Project: Great Southeast Pollinator Census 2025

Join the Citizen Science Project: Great Southeast Pollinator Census 2025Friday and Saturday August 22 & 23, 2025For more information follow the link Great Southeast Pollinator Census 2025

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From County Farms to Your Table: The Orange County Farmers' Market Experience

National Farmers' Market Week, celebrated from August 3-9, brought communities together across the nation, and Orange County was no exception. As the County Extension Director, I had the privilege of…

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The Signs of Heat Stress in Poultry and Small Ruminant Animals – Tips for Keeping Your Animals Cool

Authored by Karissa Scott, NC State Extension Summer Intern and Graduate Student at NC State University Summertime can be challenging for livestock and poultry, particularly in North Carolina.…