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Tara Taylor, a representative of Onslow County Cooperative Extension 4‑H, said Onslow County participants will take part in the Coastal Plains Chicken Show on May 8 at the Lenoir County Livestock Arena and that the county’s programming includes a Junior Master Gardeners club and horticulture activities at the Discovery Garden.

Taylor described the Dinagore Healthy Foods & Nutrition competition for youth teams, which requires teams to shop from a provided pantry, cook within time limits using basic equipment and deliver a presentation that accounts for 60 percent of the score. She said Onslow County sent three teams to regionals and that two teams — an 8–10 age group and an 11–13 age group — advanced toward the state-level competition to be held as part of the Got to Be NC festival in Raleigh on May 17.

Taylor said projects teach goal-setting, record keeping and public speaking. She also noted that some 4‑H animal projects (broilers) result in meat donations to the food bank and that younger participants (clover buds) receive noncompetitive recognition to build skills.

On summer programming, Taylor said 4‑H will run day and overnight camps, including a week at the Eastern 4‑H Center; she noted the program provides transportation and that campers cannot bring cell phones. \"There's never a dull moment,\" Taylor said of the 4‑H schedule, which includes state horticulture and horse-judging competitions this month.

For information on club meetings, competitions and camp registration, Taylor directed listeners to Onslow County Cooperative Extension resources.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Onslow County Today - May 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Onslow County 4‑H described youth projects including the Coastal Plains Chicken Show (May 8), Dinagore Healthy Foods & Nutrition competitions advancing to state at the Got to Be NC festival (regional winners; state event May 17), junior Master Gardeners activities and overnight summer camp at Eastern 4‑H Center.","taxTitle","Onslow County, North Carolina","taxId",4261,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6573643,"Onslow County Animal Services takes part in BISSELL Empty the Shelters May 1–15; adoption fees reduced",277,1140000,1417000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e&start=1140&end=1417","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e/thumbnail_1140000.jpg","/articles/6573643/Onslow-County/North-Carolina/Onslow-County-Animal-Services-takes-part-in-BISSELL-Empty-the-Shelters-May-115-adoption-fees-reduced","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6573643-00377de8e6265ab0e6c9b080226cd1bf/orig.mp4?Expires=1770919887&Signature=je0YiOcU3J94106kFeUzlmS4rPE6bKwRi3L4w460o6qV3UZ3kVEr~n9pQ9wc0ORekQrtoWXZo9zxef4D2SXBpyz2-Gy4mG-B7TDqYNBT86M8rv-91kHbsIhwwcJEZDwQUhicTAGsArWUgVUdMSy08j-aTJXPY-JZKymGzXrvqVjudFL4pAJK1rCEQ-8WSPCpKbGL-J-DTEyZu5xgJ6vc4BSferaE1Ii0GlzHA7aY4K2HJYNNG2EG8r~Q0r7E7QDUts6xDIW9IIBSDJaQZLdnegRJVOyiS03GMfoFr0AqO-kmcoOIowOx2kOE5X4E763Qsf4aABcZAmEQ9m-zjcEjXQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Onslow County Animal Services announced participation in the BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters campaign and urged residents to consider adoptions, fostering and volunteering.

Marie Gibson, a representative of Onslow County Animal Services, said the local shelter's Empty the Shelters event runs May 1–15 and that BISSELL's sponsorship reduces fees to $70 for dogs and $20 for cats during the promotion. \"Empty the Shelter is exactly what it says. It is to empty the shelter,\" Gibson said, describing the goal of finding permanent homes for animals in care.

Gibson said the shelter will also mark an adoption week on May 4 and will host adoption-related events at community sites such as pet-store partners and the county Facebook page. She emphasized that the shelter needs volunteers and foster homes, especially as kitten season increases intake.

Gibson described the shelter's volunteer network and long-term volunteers such as Susan Stevenson, who was recognized at a recent community awards event. She said volunteers and fosters are critical to running adoptions and community events.

For event schedules, adoption details and volunteering or fostering inquiries, Gibson directed listeners to Onslow County Animal Services’ Facebook page and the county website.","Onslow County Animal Services said it will participate in BISSELL Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters program from May 1–15, offering reduced adoption fees ($70 for dogs, $20 for cats) and highlighting volunteer and foster needs during kitten season.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6573648,"Onslow County Public Library plans Comic Fest, author talk and countywide summer-reading kickoff",244,780000,1024000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e&start=780&end=1024","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e/thumbnail_780000.jpg","/articles/6573648/Onslow-County/North-Carolina/Onslow-County-Public-Library-plans-Comic-Fest-author-talk-and-countywide-summer-reading-kickoff","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6573648-83ae131d06b1fd3f6323df90ab83fdc0/orig.mp4?Expires=1770919887&Signature=K1RjufSUDxz-uodrJ1VmVX61hHzZMtCrflmnEcVsDAsHAXG9AfE4b4UdFeP~OX32WTU6tWcejTlXuIN0LSisD4aR~wusM09IKksAd0IZGqQIscNMAc-JfNGH0uPtD5zvNeXqez4Um13TC1rZxf-CzzR7E2CHeD7J-n8basS47hpG2n~1BdQsYW1fc6mTgV~ngUsM333D1IwjpWH~-eYCYv-Xe9pmeUjdrASPRuwWSsKv3PHPFswqLOpvb6FizRDPww2hZJW78BHKis~UfF0HDWDAMb~vkR53ruoztLs8PxYZWCeI7cpqGwTONJYmD7E-6hWco67xWJK-lZbOXrg4rA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Onslow County Public Library announced a slate of spring and early-summer events including a family Comic Fest, an author visit and a countywide summer-reading kickoff.

Jennifer Randall, youth services librarian for the Onslow County Public Library, said Comic Fest will take place May 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Onslow County Main Library on Doris Avenue in Jacksonville and encouraged families to attend in costume. Randall said the event will include comic-book vendors and an author Q&A with Kirk Ristrom.

Randall also said the library will host author Mary Alice Monroe at the Sneads Ferry Library on May 16 at 1 p.m. She asked that attendees pre-register so the library can prepare, but said the event is free and open to the public.

The library's summer-reading program begins with a countywide kickoff on June 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at every branch — Jacksonville (main), Sneads Ferry, Richlands and Swansboro. Randall said this year's theme is \"Leveling up at your library,\" with programming that highlights gaming in broad forms, including non-electronic activities designed for families and children.

Randall said the Comic Fest will feature vendors and children's programming, and she noted that the library's calendar also includes author chats and other summer activities aimed at encouraging family participation.

For event details and registration links, Randall directed listeners to the library’s event pages and the branch information on the Onslow County Public Library website.","Onslow County Public Library announced a Comic Fest on May 17 at the main library, an author event with Mary Alice Monroe at Sneads Ferry Library on May 16 (pre-registration requested) and a June 14 countywide summer-reading kickoff with the theme \"Leveling up at your library.\"",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6573653,"Onslow County Health Department urges water, sun and vaccination precautions ahead of summer",576,151000,727000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e&start=151&end=727","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3167547-e21b52bc2db16ae58318d5cfe0b35d3e/thumbnail_151000.jpg","/articles/6573653/Onslow-County/North-Carolina/Onslow-County-Health-Department-urges-water-sun-and-vaccination-precautions-ahead-of-summer","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6573653-d549914934cca4eef881ac7e364195ed/orig.mp4?Expires=1770919887&Signature=XM1ZoFITprwuWpD5DgQqElZE5GNwsLgxNpIPFO9Ac06RntoY6AI8dlVvJmHc3cjVnkdQUl6H0ySTP38OZQuXBCC9eyqerNnbmfZuGBBs9PKUdF-XWhAQ92PfPHBE1ongB0vpRStpRdRxkkYWN2itHL5CSX0rt75UdaYO7E73jiyXUNmHkEM23XcWEFpiIyT8xDdlpC09kqDzF0Y5GZAFhz9g885E~z-xDfS3fkKzTKfNb7J-cX-KpS-ISAiVfvfkZ6NdNSsWfCZulH1idd1rntrMZoD25hZ07bfyESyDnn7xWOrOEcg2vRBvu6Udbg9X3Fx881fpN1hEEUaz44tmWg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Onslow County Health Department urged residents on a community broadcast to take water-safety, sun-protection and vaccination precautions as summer approaches.

Allison Romano, a representative of the Onslow County Health Department, said May is Water Safety Month and stressed checking local conditions, using life jackets and never swimming alone. \"May is Water Safety Month,\" Romano said. \"If it says to wear a life jacket, wear a life jacket.\" Romano also recommended swim lessons, supervision of young children by a competent adult and secure pool fencing with working locks.

The guidance is aimed at Onslow County's coastal population, where beaches, rivers and pools increase the risk of water-related incidents. Romano said rip currents are often hard to see and advised checking with lifeguards or park staff before entering the water.

Romano cautioned that sun exposure remains a serious health concern and reminded listeners that North Carolina ranks high for skin cancer incidence. \"Sunscreen is gonna be your best form of protection,\" she said, recommending SPF 30 or higher, reapplying after swimming and covering up with hats or sun-protective clothing. Romano added that UV exposure can be high on cloudy days and urged annual skin checks for new or changing moles.

The department also encouraged residents to confirm routine and travel vaccinations before summer trips. Romano said outbreaks have occurred elsewhere in the U.S. and that measles is highly contagious and preventable with the MMR vaccine, which her office provides. She said the health department's immunization clinic accepts Medicaid, TRICARE, private insurance and can serve people without insurance; staff can review travel plans and advise on needed vaccines.

Romano noted the county offers American Red Cross CPR and first-aid training and provided a date for the next local class: \"Our next CPR and first aid class that we will be teaching is coming up on September 9,\" she said.

For more information, Romano said the health department maintains resources on the county website and posts updates on its Instagram page, and that residents may call or visit the clinic on College Street in downtown Jacksonville to ask about clinical services and immunizations.

The comments were delivered during the Onslow County Today segment hosted at the Discovery Garden by Onslow County Cooperative Extension.","Onslow County Health Department representative Allison Romano outlined water-safety steps, sun-protection guidance and recommended vaccination checks for residents preparing for summer activities, and said the department offers CPR/first-aid classes and travel immunization services.","actionData","errors"]

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