One of the unexpected realities following the devastating flooding of Hurricane Helene, is the opportunity to study flood impacts to our larger ecosystem, both in wild and cultivated areas. On September 12 at the Mountain Horticultural Research and Extension Center in Mills River, a workshop will be help to highlight one aspect of research as ...| buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu
Despite facing a number of national and global challenges, the 1990s was a decade marked largely by a sense of optimism. The economy was strong; unemployment was low and the c … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers have been busy all season providing gardening assistance and information at local area tailgates and events. At each Plant Clin … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Have you taken some great photos this year? Show off your photography skills in the 2025 Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest!Open to youth ages 5+, must be a 4-H member to … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Homeschool families in Buncombe County are invited to participate in this three week, hands-on, educational program where youth will learn about poultry life cycles – fr … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Miscanthus sinensis(Maiden grass)Maiden grass is prevalent all across WNC. It is most commonly found in areas of construction, roadsides, newly cleared land, or eroded propert … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
It is no secret that we should all avoid fast food options as much as possible. But we have also found ourselves in a time crunch during the week and this solution is tempting … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
With the start of school, many households are faced with planning lunches for the school day. Our young ones are at a higher risk of food borne illnesses and besides making su … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
VEGETABLESRemove spent vegetable plants as soon as possible to reduce carry-over of insect and disease problems. Consider keeping a separate compost pile for diseased plants a … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Exhibits at the 2024 NC Mountain State Fair. The 2025 Mountain State Fair will be here before we know it! Now is the time to start thinking about entering some of the exciting new competitions and updated categories for this upcoming fair. Visit the fair catalog to see the complete list of new competitions and updates. ...| buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu
Twelve youth from Buncombe and Henderson Counties competed in the 2025 North Carolina 4-H State Livestock Competitions at NC State University, July 31- August 2nd. These youth … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Spotted lanternfly is an important pest to be on the lookout for in WNC! The spotted lanternfly, native to southeastern Asia, was found in Pennsylvania in 2014. Since then, th … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Ailanthus altissima(Tree-of-Heaven)Tree-of-Heaven is a common invasive plant across the southeast, including here in WNC. Tree-of-Heaven was first introduced in the United Sta … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
The 1980s was a decade of extravagance and materialism. Ronald Reagan became president and introduced an economic plan that brought the country out of stagnation. After the tr … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
VEGETABLES*This is peak harvesting month many warm season vegetables – know when to harvest for best flavor and quality:Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant: Harvest regularly to … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
The Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers in Buncombe County want to know what topics interest you for classes and workshops.Planning has begun for 2026 and we are asking for … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
As summer comes to an end and school starts back at the end of this month, join Buncombe County 4-H for our last few summer fun workshops in August!Canning CampLearn how to ta … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
Being prepared for a strong storm and possible power outages are a reality for us now. Summer storms often lead to power outages and you want to be prepared. This is a link to … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
The 31st annual NC Mountain State Fair is September 5th-14th, 2025. This event brings fun for the whole family, with rides, food, games, shows and more! But did you know that … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, recovery occurs as opportunities are explored and future preparations from the experience are planned.This one-day workshop at the Ashevi … Continue Reading| Buncombe County Center News - N.C. Cooperative Extension
We hope to see you at this year’s NC Landscape Contractor Pro Day! Join us as we offer a variety of technical, and safety/business classes to help fulfill your annual recertification requirements. We are excited to have STIHL at the event to demo some equipment and talk about equipment maintenance and a variety of professionals ...| buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu
The 1960s were a turbulent time in American history. The decade was overcome with racial tension, riots, assassinations, and war. Change occurred at a rapid rate and left many wondering their place in society. A spark of courage ignited in Greensboro, North Carolina, in 1960 when a group of four black NC A&T College students sat ...| buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu
1954 Photo of the Arcadia Dairy Farm at the intersection of Brevard Road and Long Shoals Road, Avery’s Creek Community, South Buncombe County.The Asheville Citizen Times newspaper.Sunday, October 31, 1954.Page 42. The post-war decade of the 1950s marked a new beginning for our country. Having survived the Great Depression of the 1930s and the end of ...| buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu
