Clemson Extension Marion County

10/22/2026

Ever wonder why blood sugar can rise in the early morning—even before breakfast? 🌅

Our team’s latest blog post explains the dawn phenomenon, what may be behind it, and why it’s worth understanding. Take a look and share it with someone who might find it helpful!

Read more 🔗https://blogs.clemson.edu/ruralhealth/the-dawn-phenomenon/

10/19/2026

Biking and walking to school are great ways for kids to be physically active. 🚲 🚶🏾 Learn how communities can make it easier for people to walk, bike, roll, or take transit to help increase physical activity.
🔗https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity/php/strategies/increasing-physical-activity-through-community-design-prevention-strategies.html

10/13/2026

Did you know that after menopause, carrying extra weight increases your risk of breast cancer?
Regular physical activity + maintaining a healthy weight = reduced risk of breast cancer. Small daily choices can make a big difference. Learn more: 🔗
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/risk-factors/obesity.html -how-to-lower-your-risk

10/10/2026

On this World Mental Health Day,💚 remember that moving your body can help protect your mind! Regular physical activity is a powerful way to reduce stress, lower anxiety, and improve your mood. Whether it’s a brisk walk or a quick dance break, every minute of movement helps boost your focus and long-term brain health.
🔗https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity/features/boost-brain-health.html

09/03/2026

We’re kicking off a brand-new 4-H year, and we would love for you to join us for our first Marion County 4-H Ag & Animals Club meeting! 🍀🐄🐐🐴

📍 Blu Grace Farm
890 E. Sellers Rd.
Marion, SC

🕞 Meeting Time: 3:30 PM
Thursday September 9th

At our first meeting, members will:

🍀 Go over our goals and plans for the new 4-H year
🐄 Meet some really cool farm animals
🎨 Work together to design our club poster for the ECA Fair coming up in October!

Pre-Registration Is Required

If you plan to attend, please pre-register through Eventbrite:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marion-county-4-h-agriculture-and-livestock-club-2627-tickets-1995731687200?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t Forget to Enroll in 4-H!

Enrollment for the 2026–2027 4-H year is now OPEN!

Register at:

www.4honline.com

Whether you love livestock, farming, agriculture, or just want to learn something new, the Ag & Animals Club is a great way to get involved in 4-H. We have a fun, hands-on year ahead of us, and we can’t wait to get started!

🍀 Come grow, learn, lead, and have some fun with Marion County 4-H!

See you at the farm!

09/02/2026

🍀It's officially the NEW 4-H Year!!🍀
🚨 Everyone must re-enroll! Volunteers that includes you, too!
Youth enrollment is $15 per member for the entire year!
Enroll today at v2.4honline.com
👕 Youth who enroll during the month of September will receive a free SC 4-H T-shirt! ⭐
Shirts will be mailed directly to youth, so please make sure your mailing information is correct when you enroll.

09/02/2026

We'll cover the basic maintenance and preventative steps that keep a coastal lawn healthy, and walk you through the tools you should have and how to use them effectively — from adjusting your sprinkler head to putting out fertilizer at the right rate. We'll go through centipede, St. Augustine, zoysia, and Bermudagrass, what each one wants, and a month-by-month calendar so you know what to do and when.

You'll leave with a game plan for what to do year round in your yard to have a more resilient, healthy lawn.

Come out for a solid introductory course, in person, and bring your burning questions. Research-based answers, no agenda except to inform. 🌾

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
🕙 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
📍 Horry Georgetown Technical College, Grand Strand Campus
Conference & Business Center, Room #250
950 Crabtree Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
🍽️ Lunch provided
🎁 Bonus: all registrants get access to the full Home Horticulture Foundations recording library

Registration link in comments 👇
Questions? Brad Fowler at [email protected] or (843) 907-0410

08/30/2026

Nutrition labels can help you make healthier choices 🛒🥗 Check serving sizes, calories, fat, added sugars, and sodium, to compare foods and drinks. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/healthy-eating/nutrition-label.html: https://bit.ly/4bDgQgV

08/25/2026