STREET ADDRESS Mitchell County P.O. Box 366 10 S Mitchell Ave Bakersville, NC 28705 (828) 688-4811 Phone (828) 688-2051 Fax Map & Mailing Information |
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and on the Cherokee Reservation.
WNC AgOptions Grants Available WNC AgOptions builds sustainable farming communities in our mountain region by providing resources directly to farmers who are diversifying or expanding their operations. WNC AgOptions works in partnership with RAFI-USA's Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Fund and the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission to provide grant funds to farmers in Western North Carolina. Farmers who demonstrate the economic viability of farms in Western North Carolina and who are interested in diversifying or expanding their operations to increase farm income and ensure the sustainability of the farm business should apply. WNC Ag Options gives awards to a variety of farm operations including: fruits & vegetables, livestock, nurseries, agri-tourism, beekeeping and value-added processing. Click here for the 2009 Grant Application. Applications must be postmarked by January 23, 2009. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-H Discovery After-School Program The Mitchell County 4-H Discovery program meets every Monday-Thursday till 5:30pm, and is out when school is out. We provide a nutritious snack, homework/quiet-time with tutoring, and an enrichment activity for youth 8-14. The program sites will be at Bowman Middle School, Buladean Elementary School, Tipton Hill Elementary School, and Spruce Pine Methodist Church. For more information contact Robbie Potter, Area 4-H Agent at 688-4811. Enrollment Form Mitchell County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Mitchell County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone. Featured Content
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