ID Thieves Stealing Tax Refunds in NC

Some North Carolinians are in for a shock when they try to file their taxes. Someone has already filed in their name – & has already claimed their refund.

Reward Offered for the Mountain's Most Wanted

You could be eligible for a cash reward if you provide info that leads to an arrest!

Sheriff to Auction 2004 Chrysler Pacifica

The Sheriff will auction off a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica on March 22 @ 10 a.m.

Quick Tips to Get You Moving

Give this a try - getting healthy can be easier than you think!

Starting a Vegetable Garden - March 19

You don’t need a lot of space to grow your own vegetables.

Need Help with Medicare Choices? March 20

These classes are to inform people who are NEW to Medicare how the program works, what they need to do to enroll, etc.

Gardening in the Mountains: March 21 Growing Orchids

Learn all about growing orchids @ this program @ Cooperative Extension.

Pets of the Week

Looking for a dog to adopt? A cat? AHS has some beautiful pets - just waiting for their forever home.

Recipe of the Week - Turkey & Veggie Meatloaf Minis

Try this healthy, delicious, Turkey & Veggie Meatloaf Minis recipe!

The Perennial Plant Association’s Perennial of the Year is Brunnera macrophylla "Jack Frost". Brunneras are treasured for their shade tolerance and early baby-blue, forget-me-not like flowers.

"Jack Frost" is especially valued for its silver and green leaves that shine in the shade garden from spring through fall. The plant grows about 18 inches tall and 8 inches wide in a mounded form. This hardy perennial grows well in hardiness zones 3 to 8.

For more information, call Buncombe County Cooperative Extension at 255-5522.

Buncombe County, through the Environmental Advisory Board, is accepting nominations for the BELA or the Buncombe Environmental Leadership Award. The deadline to enter has been extended to March 16, 2012. Winners will be announced in April.

This award honors men, women, kids or businesses whose actions and leadership have made a positive impact on the environment, as models for environmental awareness, protection and advocacy.

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North Carolina Arbor Day is March 16, 2012. National Arbor Day is the last Friday in April, the 27. Plant a tree to celebrate!

Arbor Day is also a good time to think about the importance of maintaining healthy trees. Healthy trees are an asset to our natural environment, our urban setting, and the aesthetics and value of our home landscape. To keep trees healthy, it is critical to remember the importance of a healthy root system. Roots must be protected from construction injury and soil compaction (like parking cars under the tree). And of course NEVER top a tree!

For more information, call Buncombe County Cooperative Extension at 255-5522.