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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
State Fair Aug. 28–Sept. 7 — 4-H Information is Online and in an App
The 2026 Nebraska State Fair will be Friday, Aug. 28–Monday, Sept. 7 at Fonner Park in Grand Island. 4‑H animal shows and contests will be held the first 3 days and 4‑H static exhibits will be on display all 10 days! Continue reading…
4-H Day at the State Fair Features Discount Tickets and Special Celebration, Aug. 30
Nebraska 4‑H will host 4‑H Day at the 2026 Nebraska State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 2–4 p.m. in Raising Nebraska. The event will celebrate the people, accomplishments and experiences that help prepare Nebraska youth to be “Beyond Ready” for work and for life. Continue reading…
4-H Volunteer Opportunities at State Fair
Nebraska 4‑H relies heavily on volunteers in the days leading up to and during the Nebraska State Fair to help ensure the entire fair runs smoothly. State Fair 4-H volunteers receive a fair pass for the day(s) they volunteer. Continue reading…
Applications for Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium Due Sept. 1
10th, 11th & 12th grade students interested in learning more about the beef industry can now apply to attend the Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium (NYBLS) on Nov. 6-8, 2026 on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus at the Animal Science Complex. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
After Super Fair Feedback; Livestock Meeting Sept. 29
All Lancaster County 4-H & FFA members, families and volunteers are invited to the following 4‑H After Super Fair Planning Meetings and Feedback opportunities. This is an opportunity to discuss changes and generate ideas for the 2027 Lancaster County Super Fair and 4‑H program areas. Continue reading…
Culver's Night for 4-H, Sept. 22
Support 4‑H by eating at any of the three Culver's restaurant locations in Lincoln on Tuesday, Sept. 22 between 5 and 8 p.m. Lancaster County 4‑H Council will receive 25% of the proceeds. 4‑H Council helps support 4‑H programs, activities and scholarships.
4-H Council Alumni Scholarship Applications Due Sept. 30
Lancaster County 4-H Council is sponsoring a $500 4‑H alumni scholarship.
Scholarship eligibility:
• Must be a Lancaster County 4-H alumni at least one year post high school.
• Must be at least 19 years of age or older at time of application. Continue reading…
“Launch Your 4-H Journey” for New Members and Volunteers, Oct. 4
Do you know youth who are interested in joining 4‑H or adults who would like to help start a club? Invite them to the upcoming “Launch Your 4‑H Journey” on Sunday, Oct. 4, 5 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Rd., Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Horse Awards Night, Oct. 15
The annual Lancaster County 4‑H Horse Awards Night will be Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Awards presentation includes Incentive Awards, Horsemanship Levels, All-Around Awards, Herdsmanship... Continue reading…
Reflect on Your Year in 4-H!
Before the 4‑H program year wraps up at the end of September, it's important for youth and clubs to reflect on their year and measure their success. This could include reviewing projects, community service activities and impacts, as well as any general operational processes. What went well? Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
State Fair Static Exhibit and Premium Pick Up, Sept. 9
All Lancaster County 4-H members' State Fair static exhibits must be picked up at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, on Wednesday, Sept. 9, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. State Fair static exhibit premium checks will be distributed... Continue reading…
Super Fair 4-H & FFA Results Now Online
Complete 4‑H & FFA results of the Lancaster County Super Fair are now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair/results.
4-H at Super Fair Photos on Flickr
Photos of Lancaster County 4-H static exhibits, contests and animal shows at the 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair are posted on Extension's Flickr Collection at https://www.flickr.com/photos/unlextlanco/collections/72157725249349303.
Seeking Photos of Top Awards at State Fair by Sept. 10
4‑H Extension staff will be compiling photos of Lancaster County 4‑H'ers and their top exhibits at the Nebraska State Fair to publish in the NEBLINE newsletter and on social media! If you have photos to share, please upload to http://go.unl.edu/Lan4HPic by Thursday, Sept. 10.
Share Your Nebraska 4-H Fairtime Photo
Every 4-H fair experience is a chance for youth to put their skills into action. Whether volunteering, exhibiting, showing, or leading, 4‑H’ers are demonstrating the confidence, responsibility, and real-world skills at the fair that prepare them to be Beyond Ready for work and for life. Continue reading…
Video Features America's 250th Anniversary 4-H Static Exhibits at Super Fair
A new Lancaster County 4‑H video features several youth at the 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair sharing their America's 250th Anniversary theme static exhibit and what they learned creating the item. See video on YouTube at https://go.unl.edu/lancaster-4h-america-250
2026 4-H Project Showcase; Submit Projects by Sept. 15
Nebraska 4-H's Project Showcase is an opportunity for 4‑H youth to share a favorite project — or even one that didn't go as planned — and highlight what they learned through the experience. Every project tells a story of learning, helping youth build the skills... Continue reading…
4-H Teen Council Invites New Members; Next Meeting Oct. 11
Are you a 7th–12th grader looking for a fun way to build leadership skills, make new friends and give back to your community? Join the Lancaster County 4‑H Teen Council! Teen Council members plan and participate in a variety of hands-on activities, community service projects and leadership... Continue reading…
CLOVER by 4-H Online Activities: August Topic is “Who Makes a Good Friend?”
4‑H’s national free online learning platform, CLOVER by 4‑H has 300+ interactive online activities available. As summer winds down and a new school year begins, August is a great time for youth to reflect on the importance of positive friendships and strong social skills. Continue reading…
Aksarben Stock Show Entries Due Sept. 6
The Aksarben Stock Show is a junior livestock show format. Youth ages 9–19 as of Jan. 1, 2026 are eligible for the competition with no prerequisite of youth organization affiliation. The Aksarben Stock Show will be held Sept. 24–27, 2026 at Fonner Park in Grand Island. Continue reading…
Biosecurity Measures Protect Livestock During Fairs
County fairs, livestock competitions and rodeos let people see, experience and celebrate agriculture on a different level. Since many agricultural events take place during the summer, the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) wants to remind livestock owners to protect their animals.... Continue reading…
Originally published August 28, 2026 -
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