Serving Gaston County Citizens
Extension has offices in every county of North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee. The staff and volunteers work with local government to support agriculture, horticulture, conservation and environmental protection, nutrition and health, as well as a variety of consumer, youth, and economic concerns.
Core Focus Areas
Agriculture and Food
Extension keeps North Carolina’s $96 billion agriculture industry growing and sustainable by connecting producers with research-based information and technology they need.
Health and Nutrition
Extension helps people make healthier decisions, reduce their risk of chronic disease and live better lives through a wealth of programs from nutrition to local foods to food safety.
4-H Youth Development
Extension’s 4-H programs address the diverse issues of today’s youth, helping hundreds of thousands of youth grow into healthier, more involved generations of future leaders.
The 6200 square foot addition to the Citizens Resource Center has expanded the room for dances and large events. It also includes a wellness room that includes weight equipment, a treadmill, and recumbent bike, a craft / multi-purpose room, and a computer room/library. With the new space comes new programs such as tai chi, yoga stretch, arthritis exercise classes, computer classes, and special services such as legal aid and tax preparation.
