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Educator helps a mother use AI and online tools during a family health crisis.

Using AI to Support a Mother During a Family Health Crisis

Published - June 9, 2026 Read
Resident creates a 53rd wedding anniversary card with digital tools.

AI Skills Help Create a Personal Anniversary Gift

Published - June 9, 2026 Read
Senior learners explore advanced AI skills together in a supportive class.

Older Adults Become Advanced AI Learners

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Resident gets job search support using AI, Google Workspace, and digital tools.
AI Supports Workforce Recovery After Job Loss

Published - June 9, 2026

Educator helps a resident adjust Gemini settings on an Android phone.
Reducing Fear When AI Appears on a Phone

Published - June 9, 2026

Residents compare real and AI-generated images during an AI safety session.
Learning to Spot AI-Generated Disinformation

Published - June 9, 2026

AI workshop leader teaches residents practical AI skills in a classroom.
Rural Seniors Explore Everyday Uses of AI

Published - June 9, 2026

AI workshop leader teaches residents practical AI skills in a classroom.
Helping Pender County Residents See AI as a Practical Tool

Published - June 9, 2026

Senior learners explore advanced AI skills together in a supportive class.
AI Image Generation Builds Confidence Through Creativity in Bertie County

Published - June 9, 2026

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Brightspeed supports remote work training opportunities in rural North Carolina through partnership with NC State Extension

Published - June 8, 2026

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NC State Extension Helps Protect Farmers from Data Rustlers

Published - April 17, 2026

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Preserving the Harvest: Grant Sparks Exciting New Food Preservation Initiative in Richmond County

Published - June 8, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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Lessons from Events on the Front Line: Webinar Recap

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
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Food Access Near Home

Published - May 29, 2026

From: NC Steps to Health
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Celebrating Excellence: Kristi Willard Receives the CALS Award of Excellence for Public Service

Published - May 6, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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Destination Organizations Providing Critical Support: Webinar Recap

Published - May 4, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
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Small Farms Field Day - June 11, 2026

Published - April 28, 2026

From: Food Business
Navigating Your Food Business
Navigating Your Food Business: An Educational Series - May 6 - June 17, 2026

Published - April 28, 2026

From: Food Business
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Strengthening Communities: Healthy ROOTS in Eastern NC

Published - April 27, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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Mapping the Way to Healthier Communities: Walk Audit Toolkit Provides a Roadmap for Change

Published - April 24, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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Resource Recap Destination Ready: NC Showcase

Published - April 21, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
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