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Teacher points to mural of open mouth as children sit on tooth-shaped stools; "Esophagus" sign visible.

Speedway to Healthy 2026 - Volunteers Needed

Speedway to Healthy is a walk-through learning environment representing the human body. The goal of the program is to improve the eating and health behaviors of North Carolina youth. To learn more…

NC Agromedicine Institute logo; CPR AED FIRST AID; FREE training by Montgomery County Cooperative Extension

Montgomery AG CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification Course + Respirator Fit Testing

Join N.C. Cooperative Extension Montgomery County and the N.C. Agromedicine Institute for a FREE CPR, First Aid, and AED Defibrillator certification course. This essential lifesaving training is open…

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Volunteers Needed for Real Money, Real World at East Middle School

We Need YOUR HELP! North Carolina Cooperative Extension Montgomery County and Communities In Schools Montgomery County are recruiting volunteers to assist us with a fun and interactive financial…

Taste of Montgomery poster — Farm-to-Table Oct 24, 2025, Montgomery County, NC, 5–8 PM

2025 Annual Taste of Montgomery Farm-to-Table Dinner

Indulge in the Flavors of Your Community at the Annual Taste of Montgomery Farm to Table Dinner!Join us for an evening supporting our local farmers! Savor the freshness of locally sourced ingredients…

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Sign-Up for County Level Presentations With Montgomery County 4-H!

It is the time of year to sign-up for 4-H Presentations!Montgomery County 4-H 2025 County Activity Days will be Monday, May 12th and Tuesday, May 13th and will take place at the Extension Office 203…

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Montgomery County 4-H 2025 Summer Adventures Registration Is Open

It is time to register for Montgomery County 4-H 2025 Summer Adventures! Registration will be open from now until May 5th. Parents will be notified via email of which classes their youth can attend…

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FCS Professionals Help Area Residents to "Live Well"

Health is a lot more than how one looks and feels. Conversations about health should include all eight dimensions or areas of wellness—that is physical, emotional, environmental, financial,…

Mason jars of preserved foods above flyer titled "2024 Fall Food Preservation Series."

2024 Fall Food Preservation Series to Be Held in October

Preserving food extends its shelf life and prevents wastage. Preserving also ensures that a greater variety of food is available throughout the year, which can help make sure that we are eating a…

Taste of Montgomery farm-to-table, May 10 2024, James Garner Center, Troy NC, 6–10 PM

Annual Taste of Montgomery Farm to Table Dinner

Indulge in the Flavors of Your Community at the Annual Taste of Montgomery Farm to Table Dinner! Join us for an evening supporting our local farmers! Savor the freshness of locally sourced…

Group of adults seated around tables in a community room, many with arms crossed across their chests.

Two Key Behaviors for Improved Health

Seventeen senior adults at the Troy-Montgomery Senior Center are working on ways to improve their health through implementing just two key health behaviors – eating at least 3 ½ cups of fruits and…