We are blessed to live in a country with endless food choices. From a variety of ethnic cuisines to cultural favorites, the possibilities can seem almost overwhelming. Every meal and snack requires a decision. How do you decide what to eat? The freedom to choose our food is influenced by many factors. Habit, accessibility, cooking skills, convenience, cost, nutritional … [Read more...] about Time to Eat!
Carmen Long
Dairy-licious
Calling all milk lovers. It is time to celebrate. June is Dairy Month. I know some of you might not really love milk, but as the saying goes, “Milk, it does a body good,” and it really does. We know milk helps us have stronger bones, but according to the National Dairy Council, nutrient-dense dairy foods provide a variety of health benefits. An affordable source of 13 … [Read more...] about Dairy-licious
Flavor Your Food the Fresh Way
Warm days make me want to dig in the dirt. There is something magical about planting seeds or plants and watching them grow. One of the easiest edible things to grow is fresh herbs. I like planting herbs in containers filled with potting soil and leaving them on my porch for easy access to my kitchen. It is fun to go out and snip the herbs needed for a recipe, and it is … [Read more...] about Flavor Your Food the Fresh Way
Egg-cellent Hints and Tips
Are eggs part of your Easter celebration? If so, you are not alone. Thankfully, at least at the time this article was written, there was no shortage of eggs for Easter 2026, and prices were reasonable. Many still remember when eggs were in short supply and so expensive that people joked about dyeing potatoes for their annual egg hunts. Even though eggs are plentiful, it is … [Read more...] about Egg-cellent Hints and Tips
Speedway to Healthy Races into Surry County
On March 17, 18, and 19, students will have the opportunity to take part in a racing adventure through Speedway to Healthy, a 1,200-square-foot walk-through exhibit located in the Surry County Service Center Training Room. Students from each elementary school will begin at the starting line, where each child receives a food sticker before beginning their journey. Students … [Read more...] about Speedway to Healthy Races into Surry County
