Alamance County Cooperative Extension

09/02/2026

¿Sabes qué es SNAP, pero no estás seguro de si calificas para este programa de asistencia alimentaria? Aquí tienes algunos de los requisitos en Carolina del Norte:

Los ingresos totales de los solicitantes deben cumplir el límite de ingresos establecido para ese tamaño de hogar
Los adultos sanos de entre 18 y 64 años sin un hijo menor de 14 años pueden estar obligados a trabajar o participar en formación al menos 20 horas semanales
Debe ser residente de Carolina del Norte

Si aún no tienes claro si cumples los requisitos o quieres hacer más preguntas, contacta hoy mismo con el equipo de Más En Mi Canasta, sin coste: 1-855-240-1451. Estarán encantados de ayudarte de lunes a viernes, de 8 de la mañana a 17 horas.

09/02/2026

Do you know what SNAP is but are you not sure if you qualify for this food assistance program? Here are some of the requirements in North Carolina:

1. Applicants’ total income must meet the income limit set for that household size
2. Able-bodied adults aged 18–64 without a child underage 14 may be required to work or participate in training at least 20 hours per week
3. Must be a NC resident

If you are still unsure if you qualify or would like to ask more questions, contact the More In My Basket team today, toll-free: 1-855-240-1451. They will be happy to assist you Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm.

08/28/2026

📖🧠Even babies benefit from story time!

Stories expose children to new words and ideas, expanding their imagination and laying important foundations for kindergarten readiness. Let your child take the lead by choosing the book or flipping to their favorite pages. Making reading fun today can help inspire a lifelong love of books.

During story time, try talking with your child about what's happening in the book:
💬 "What do you see on this page?"
💬 "How do you think Mr. Bear feels?"
💬 "What do you think will happen next?"

These simple conversations help build language skills, encourage curiosity, and make story time even more meaningful.

Get more tips like this with The Basics Insights: 🔗 https://partners.mybliss.ai/basics-insights/IA22229?langName=en

08/27/2026

Think Green Thursdays | Houseplants

When: September 3, 6 – 6:45 p.m.
Where: Graham Public Library, 211 S. Main St., Graham 27253
Fee: Free, but registration is required.

Caring for houseplants can be a rewarding hobby but it can also be a challenging one without the right knowledge. Join us to learn how to properly care for indoor plants, and bring the garden indoors!

This workshop will be presented by Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers.

For more details and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/think-green-thursday-house-plants-registration-1976776311160

Please contact Rhiannon Goodwin with any questions or accommodation requests at [email protected] or 336-570-6740.

N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.

08/26/2026

Let’s be real: the transition from "lazy summer snacks" to "structured school lunches" can feel like a professional sport. 🏃‍♂️💨 Between the morning rush and after-school practice, meal planning isn't just a luxury, it’s a sanity saver!

Here are 3 quick tips to keep your kitchen organized and stretch your food budget to its max this semester:

1. Pivot to Plant Proteins: Beans, lentils, and eggs are nutritional powerhouses that cost a fraction of meat. 🍳 Swap one beef meal for a bean chili or lentil pasta to see instant savings.
2. Buy Generic & Bulk: Store brands are often the exact same quality as name brands. Grab large bags of oats or rice instead of pre-packaged cups—you’re paying for the convenience, not the food! 🍚
3. Shop discount grocery stores: These stores focus on low prices and bare bones store layouts. You may need to bring your own bags.
4. Shop Your Pantry First: "Inventory night" is a lifesaver. Use that lone jar of sauce or box of crackers before buying more. 🕵️‍♀️
5. Don’t forget to use your SNAP benefits!

If you need any assistance with the SNAP program, contact the More In My Basket team at 1-855-240-1451 today!

08/26/2026

NCDA&CS confirms first finding of yellow-legged hornet in the state, asks beekeepers to watch for predator hornet

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has confirmed the first established presence of the invasive yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) in the state, in Matthews.

NCDA&CS has been monitoring for yellow-legged hornet since it was first detected in the United States in Savannah, Georgia, in November 2023. This aggressive pest of honey bees and other pollinators had been previously localized near Savannah, Georgia, and Charleston, South Carolina, until a population was identified last December in York County, South Carolina, just south of the Charlotte metropolitan area,” said Dr. Bill Foote, director of the NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division. “This detection prompted us to ramp up surveillance this year in southern Union and Mecklenburg counties. North Carolina has thousands of beekeepers statewide, and our apiary team has been working diligently to alert them to the threat yellow-legged hornet poses to their hives.”

Learn more about this new invasive pest and how you can help on Cooperative Extension's Growing Small Farms website:

From a July 27, 2026 press release issued by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS):Contact:Dr. William (Bill) Foote(919) 707-3730NCDA&CS confirms…

08/24/2026

"Intro to Gardening in the South" will be offered in-person an online this Saturday morning. It's for folks new and experienced. If you can't make it for either option, keep an eye on the JCRA's YouTube channel where the recording will be posted in the coming week.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWHz0c-PyBCb5YmQesmeYDA

08/24/2026

Impact Alamance's has great resources for our local families!

Read more about how you can support your child's brain development by integrating these 5 basic principles of interaction into your every day.

08/18/2026

Rhiannon on the Radio

Rhiannon Goodwin will be the guest on WBAG this morning at 10:30. She'll be available to answer your horticulture questions and to let you know what the Alamance County staff of NC Cooperative Extension are doing for our community this week.

Listen in @ 1150 AM or 105.9 FM, and call with your questions, 336-222-9224.

See you on the radio!

https://www.wbagamfm.com/