Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County - NEBLINE - Nov./Dec. 2024

Extension Educator Jaci Foged (left) engages with Head Start participants during a recent CHIME Facilitator program.
Extension Educator Jaci Foged (left) engages with Head Start participants during a recent CHIME Facilitator program.

Positive Insights Shared Regarding CHIME — Head Start University Partnership Project

Nationwide, research finds that early childhood educators experience high levels of stress, burnout and teacher turnover. These stressors impact this vital workforce, which in turn, impacts children. Therefore, we work with the adult, because early childhood educators’ well-being is directly... Continue reading…

 

Successful Farmer Series Returns in December

Extension Educator John Nelson (right) led a Farmer Panel  at last year’s Successful Farmer Series.Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County’s popular program, Successful Farmer Series, is returning with new and relevant cropping systems topics presented by experts. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 from 8:30–11 a.m. with check-in and breakfast starting at 8 a.m. Continue reading…

 

Commercial/Noncommercial Pesticide License

Extension Educator Sarah Browning presenting at a commercial/noncommerical pesticide training class.Applicators needing a new license and those with licenses expiring in April 2025 have several options to maintain their license.

2025 TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM TRAINING
In-person training classes are held from January through April. Training schedules will be available soon at... Continue reading…

 

November/December Garden Guide

GardenGuide.jpgAfrican violets do well when potted in small pots. A good general rule is to use a pot one-third the diameter of the plant. Encourage African violets to bloom by giving them plenty of light. They can be in a south window during dark winter months. They bloom beautifully under fluorescent lights. Continue reading…

 

A Quick Guide to Fleas

Flea next to a pin head. Highly magnified. Photo by Jody Green, Extension Educator in Douglas/Sarpy CountiesWhile insect activity slows for the year, there may still be problems that arise indoors. Fleas, for example, are small, wingless insects that feed on blood and are most commonly found in homes with pets. And just like other “bitey” bugs, they can cause itchy bites, allergic reactions... Continue reading…

 

December Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Dena Noe

Dena NoeLancaster County 4‑H is proud to announce Dena Noe of Lincoln as winner of the December “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.

She has volunteered with 4‑H for eight years, teaching Clover College workshops on basic banking, entrepreneurship... Continue reading…

 

Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge

group backdrop photo.jpgNebraska 4‑H, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Department of Animal Science, hosted the sixth annual Nebraska 4‑H Fed Steer Challenge in 2024. Participants selected, purchased, exhibited, harvested and analyzed carcass data on a steer while networking with... Continue reading…

 

State Shooting Sports Results

Adelaide MetcalfSeveral 4‑H shooting sports competitions happen throughout the year, including archery, shotgun, bb gun, air pistol and air rifle. Here are the Lancaster County 4‑H youth who placed in the top ten. Continue reading…

 

Outgoing 4-H Council Members

(L-R) Lilee Chevalier and Hannah DeanThe October 4‑H Council meeting marked the final meeting for two outgoing 4‑H Council members.

YOUTH MEMBERS:
• Lilee Chevalier served two years.
• Hannah Dean served three years, one as secretary.

Lancaster County 4‑H thanks them for their leadership! Continue reading…

 
Originally published October 16, 2024 - Submit an Item