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If you’re like me, at some point in your gardening years a simple little white caterpillar has gotten the …
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Southern Piedmont Local Food Producers' Conference
On February 24th 2015, the first ever Local Food Producers’ Conference for the region will be held at the …
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If you have a green thumb, an artistic eye, or a flair for crafts, now is the time to …
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Local Food Hub Launched, Taking Subscription Orders
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In these touch economic times, many indivials and families are finding it difficult to pay bills on time. Without …
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Communication Is Vital for Dealing With the Little and Big Stresses of Life
In a rapidly changing society, family life is not always predictable. Though families have never been completely free from …
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