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HERTER-O'NEAL SCHOLARSHIP $750 Available — Are you pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's degree in business?

2026 Herter-O’Neal College Scholarship Application

Are you pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business or a business-related field of study? The Herter-O’Neal Scholarship is awarded each year to honor the work and dedication of Edith…

A cold and icy winter day in February.

Snuggle Up With Growing Chatham

Brrr! February 2026 has transformed North Carolina into a frosty wonderland, complete with chilly temps and winter antics! So, grab a steaming mug of hot cocoa and plunge into the warmth of Growing…

Be Ready for Cold Temperatures and Potential Power Outages

Prepare Now for the Winter Storm

Important Safety Information for the Upcoming Winter StormAs we are all aware, a major winter storm is approaching, and it is expected to be quite severe. It has been a while since we experienced a…

Growing Chatham January 2026 text over dark forest background with NC Cooperative Extension logos

Growing Chatham Could Bring Good Luck Throughout the New Year

Throughout my life, my family has celebrated the New Year with a traditional meal to ward off bad luck! As a picky eater, I often let my family enjoy my portion of the Black-eyed peas and greens.…

Flyer with Volunteer program information

Extension Master Food Volunteer Training 2026

The Chatham County Extension Master Food Volunteer (EMFV) program offers residents a meaningful way to support local N.C. Cooperative Extension programs centered on nutrition, cooking, food safety,…

November edition Growing Chatham

November's Growing Chatham

We are fully immersed in the holiday season! October welcomed the trick-or-treaters, and now that November is here, it's time to indulge in Thanksgiving feasts. During the holidays, many of us tend…

Sunday, November 9 2:00-4:30pm. Free event at the Chatham County Ag & Conference Center. Food Policy 101 presentation from Community Food Strategies and Carolina Farm Stewardship Association followed by an open discussion around farmland preservation, foo

Rooted in Chatham: Working Together to Strengthen Our Local Food System

Join the Chatham Community Food Council on Sunday, November 9 from 2:30-4:00pm for a free community event! The event will take place at Chatham County Ag & Conference Center. Speakers with…

Vegetable stew in cast iron pot.

What’s Brewing Up in This Month’s Growing Chatham

We’re brewing up a storm, stirring with flair! What magical surprises does Growing Chatham have in the air?Visit this month's Growing Chatham to find out!

Emergency Preparedness Workshop

Emergency Preparedness Workshop

There is no time like the present to start preparing - Join us for a free, hands-on workshop to help you prepare for emergencies and disasters. Anyone wishing to be better prepared for the unexpected…

Road and tree-lined horizon at sunrise with text "Growing Chatham" and "September 2025"

September Is as Cool as the Growing Chatham Newsletter!

September marks the transition from summer to fall, and N.C. Cooperative Extension is evolving as well! Our summer programs have concluded, and we are now gearing up for exciting fall programs. Be…