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Start the Day Off Right with a Healthy Breakfast

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Times News Article Wednesday, February 20, 2008Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent   Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but people seem to have a hard time putting it in its proper place.  First.

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Secrets to Boiling the Perfect Egg

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Times News Article Wednesday, March 19, 2008 Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent    Eggs are not just a valuable breakfast item. Whether you are adding them to a favorite dish or eating them scrambled well, eggs are a

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April 2008 Monthly Gardening Tips by Chris Stecker, Horticulture Technician

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GARDEN TIPS FOR APRIL 2008  By Alamance County Cooperative Extension Horticulture Technician Chris Stecker  1) Shape up evergreen shrubs now, but avoid shearing, if possible. Shearing encourages dense growth on the outermost part of the plant leaving interior branches shaded and leafless.

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Dietary Guidelines Important for Good Health

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Times News Article Wednesday, April 3, 2008Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent    The United States Department of Agriculture’s dietary guidelines for Americans include key recommendations for the general population. These guidelines are important for life long health and

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Don't Forget to Include Fiber in Your Diet

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Times News ArticleWednesday, April 16, 2008Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent  Body feeling a little sluggish?  Maybe you need a jolt of fiber. Not fiber from a pill but good nutritional fiber from

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Strawberries Not Only Taste Good; They're Good for You, Too

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Times News Article Wednesday, April 30, 2008Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent    Strawberries Not Only Taste Good; They’re Good for You, Too  Something wonderful is about to take place in various fields around the county.  You also will soon see the signs “locally grown” or “berries for sale.”  Even though

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May-June Issue 4-H Newsletter

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The May - June issue of the 4-H Private Eye has the latest news about all the awesome events Alamance County 4-Hers participated in over the last couple of months, plus information about upcoming events.   

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May 2008 Monthly Gardening Tips by Chris Stecker, Horticulture Technician

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GARDEN TIPS FOR MAY 2008  By Alamance County Cooperative Extension Horticulture Technician Chris Stecker 1)      That first juicy, vine-ripened tomato from your garden is so close you can almost taste it.  Here are a few simple things you can do to extend

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Marinades Can Add Distinct Flavors to Grilled Meats

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Times News Article  Wednesday, June 25, 2008Evelyn D. DeLoatch – Family & Consumer Science Agent    Marinades Can Add Distinct Flavors to Grilled Meats I know that

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July - September 4-H Newsletter

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Tired of playing outside in the hot sun? Come sit "a spell" and read the newest issue of the "4-H Private Eye"!

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