2025 EIA
vaccination clinic set
The 2025 EIA Vaccination clinic will be conducted Saturday, Feb. 15, from 1:30 until 3 p.m., at the Franklin County Farmer's Market Shelter, 137 Shannon Village Shopping Center, Louisburg. By hosting this event in a central location, it allows the horse owner to save money by not having a farm call fee.
Coggins, 4-Way, 5-Way, Rabies and West Nile vaccines will be available.
Contact the Franklin County Extension office at 919-496-3344 for information and to register your horse for an appointment. For additional information, contact Ag Agent Martha Mobley, martha_mobley@ncsu.edu or 919-496-3344.

Scholarship nominations are sought
Nominations are being sought for a $750 scholarship offered by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association (NCCEAPA) through March 3.
The scholarship is available to North Carolina residents pursuing a college degree (associates and/or bachelors) or a diploma program that results in a college degree (associates and/or bachelors) in business or a business-related field of study.
Applicants must be enrolled to attend classes at a college during the 2025-2026 school year. The scholarship is awarded annually to honor the work and dedication of Edith Herter and Frances O'Neal, co-leaders in forming the NCCEAPA in 1973.
Qualified applicants interested in applying for this scholarship can obtain an application packet from the financial aid office at their local community college. Additional information can be obtained by contacting N.C. Cooperative Extension, Franklin County Center, 919-496-3344 or by visiting the website, https://franklin.ces.ncsu.edu/ .

American Legion provides U.S. Flag disposal
The American Legion Post 52, located at 40 American Legion Road, Franklinton, has installed a U.S. Flag drop box for the community to respectfully discard unserviceable U.S. Flags. The drop-box is located in the parking lot at the start of the sidewalk. Simply fold up your flag and put it in the drop-box opening. They collect unserviceable flags throughout the year and hold a disposal ceremony in June. The American Flag stands for freedom and sacrifice. The American Legion continues this time-honored tradition to show respect for what it stands for.