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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Spring Rabbit Show, March 14
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center – South Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. This is a great opportunity for youth to talk to other 4‑H’ers... Continue reading…
Merlyn Anderson Memorial 4-H Scholarship, Deadline March 15
Merlyn Anderson Memorial Scholarship is awarded to 6–9 students from Gage and Jefferson County Schools, including Norris High School in southern Lancaster County. The award amounts will vary from $1,000 to $2,500 to students who are interested in agricultural studies (broadly interpreted). Continue reading…
Club Leaders Encouraged to Enroll/Re-enroll by March 15
The 4‑H year is Oct. 1–Sept. 30. All returning 4‑H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2025–2026 4‑H year.
ENROLLMENT DEADLINES:
• March 15: Club leaders are strongly encouraged to enroll/re-enroll by this date so clubs are solidified... Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Lancaster County 4-H Council’s Hands to Larger Service Award
Lancaster County 4-H Council’s Hands to Larger Service Award, sponsored by Lancaster County 4‑H Council, provides financial support for 4‑H clubs and members to complete projects that benefit their clubs or communities. Each year, four $300 awards and three $100 awards are available. Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Foundation’s Hands for Larger Service Awards
Nebraska 4‑H Foundation’s Hands for Larger Service Awards, sponsored by the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), is a prestigious award designed to recognize 4‑H clubs statewide for their efforts to serve their communities. Continue reading…
Hippology Online Practice Contests
Ready to put your horse science knowledge to the test? What to learn more about horses? National Extension Foundation's online course catalog has added three practice Hippology contests with Advanced and Introductory Levels. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Prepared Speech & Radio PSA Contests, March 23 Deadline; Registration Link Now Live
Effective communication is a valuable life skill you'll use your entire life. The 4‑H Prepared Speech and Radio Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contests provide 4‑H’ers the opportunity to learn to express themselves clearly, organize their ideas and have confidence. Continue reading…
Start Setting Your 4-H Goals for 2026!
Nebraska 4‑H offers several programs for 4‑H members to plan and report age-appropriate accomplishments and get recognition! Now is a good time for 4‑H’ers to plan their goals for this year. Lancaster County 4‑H’ers who successfully complete these accomplishments... Continue reading…
Originally published March 13, 2026 -
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