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Laura Dicks

Former County Extension Support Specialist - Consumer Horticulture, Pesticide Education

Laura is no longer active in Extension

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STREET ADDRESS: 6206 Oleander Dr
Wilmington NC 28403

Open Mon-Fri: 9A-5P MAILING ADDRESS: 6206 Oleander Dr
Wilmington NC 28403

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newhanover.ces.ncsu.edu FAX: (910) 798-7678

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Street Address 6206 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403

Mailing Address 6206 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 28403

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FAX: (910) 798-7678

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