In this episode of The Filling Station Podcast, host Mary Ann LeRay welcomes Jacob Morgan, executive director of NC Carolina Cooperative Extension - Jones County Center, for a conversation about the upcoming Jones County Heritage Festival. Together, they highlight the festival’s exciting lineup—from parades, pageants, and car shows to unique competitions like the Toast Chee eating contest—while also exploring the important role of the extension office in community education and the creation of the Filling Station’s teaching kitchen. It’s a lively look at how local partnerships and traditions come together to celebrate Jones County’s heritage and strengthen community ties.
