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Family Communication Plan for Emergencies
All families need a plan for how they will communicate during times of emergencies. During disasters, you may be …
The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies
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Through NC Farm School, alumni gain more than insight into the ABCs of agricultural business planning. They also forge …
Peggy Kernodle Receives 2018 Making a Difference Award
Durham Extension’s own Peggy Kernodle was one of the recipients of a 2018 Making a Difference Award from the …
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