For a quarter of a century, Nebraska Extension’s Nutrition School Enrichment Kits (SEK) program has helped Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) students build healthy habits for life. Since its launch in 2000, the program has reached more than 184,000 students in over 10,000 classrooms... Continue reading…
You can enjoy this healthy recipe that fifth grade students in the local School Enrichment Kits (SEK) program make in their classrooms! This hands-on experience helps them connect nutrition lessons to real-life choices by highlighting how foods rich in vitamins, minerals and protein... Continue reading…
As the woodlands of the southeastern United States shed their leaves and hunker down for winter, the sunset-fleshed fruits of the female persimmon tree can still be seen glittering like jewels amongst the canopy’s yellows, browns and greys. Continue reading…
Do you want to learn more about vegetable gardening & landscaping?
Do you have a passion for tree planting?
Do you enjoy volunteering and sharing your knowledge with others?
In exchange for 40 hours of training, Extension Master Gardener Volunteers (EMGVs) volunteer 40 hours of their time. Continue reading…
Carol Rustad has been an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer for 21 years and has volunteered over 800 hours. Carol has mentored new volunteers, answered questions during the Backyard Farmer program, hosted potluck dinners and shared her knowledge of native wildflowers. Continue reading…
Winter is a good time to start reviewing your garden notes to help with next year’s plans.
House plants with large leaves and smooth foliage such as philodendrons, dracaena and rubber plant, benefit if their leaves are wiped with a damp cloth to remove dust. Continue reading…
It happens every year — in the late summer and into fall, some are tormented by tiny black bugs with a nasty bite. The culprits? Minute pirate bugs, a common issue that many encounter around harvest time. Unfortunately, with minute pirate bugs and their bites, not a lot can be done to prevent... Continue reading…
Applicators needing a new license and those with licenses expiring in April 2026 have several options to maintain their license. In-person training classes are held from January through April. Training schedules will be available soon at https://pested.unl.edu. Continue reading…
Early childhood typically refers to the period from birth to age 8. It is a magical stage of human development because growth happens at lightning speed. You blink and a child goes from being held in arms to running, from babbling to full sentences, from helplessness to an “I can do it!” attitude. Continue reading…
Those residences that are not served by a public water or rural water system need a source of water for both consumption and daily needs. A private well, most often, fulfills those needs. While the cost of drilling a well is a lesser expense in the overall purchase or building of a home... Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability is seeking input from Nebraska farm service providers for the 2026 Nebraska Custom Rates Survey. If you provide custom services — whether it’s planting, harvesting, spraying, hauling or other custom operations — your... Continue reading…
Several 4‑H shooting sports statewide competitions happen throughout the year including archery, BB gun, air rifle, shotgun, air pistol and smallbore pistol. Below are the results from competitions where youth from Lancaster County placed in the top ten. Continue reading…
Joy Harvey is receiving Lancaster County 4‑H’s November “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. She is organizational leader of the 4‑H Makers Club, which she started 7 years ago. The club focuses on STEM-related learning... Continue reading…
Brett Jurgens is receiving Lancaster County 4‑H’s December “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. At a young age, he helped his mother teach photography workshops, and at age 14, became a counselor at the Eastern Nebraska 4‑H Center. Continue reading…
Several Lancaster County specialty 4‑H clubs are looking for new 4‑H members. Current 4-H members and those interested in joining 4‑H are invited to join these clubs: Teen Council, Rabbits R Us, 4 On the Floor dog club, Clover Kids Club and Lincoln Shooting Sports.
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present a Homeschool Youth Science Day on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. OR 1–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all homeschooled youth, grades K–6th... Continue reading…
Olivia Lentfer recently joined Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County as an Office Associate. She will support the 4‑H youth development program and assist with daily front desk operations. Growing up in Firth, Olivia was actively involved in 4‑H and FFA... Continue reading…
The October 4‑H Council meeting marked the final meeting for three outgoing 4‑H Council members.
Adult member:
• Phil Wharton served 6 years.
Youth members:
• Carley Parrott served 2 years.
• Ruby Dean served 3 years. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Agricultural Society (which acts as the Fair Board) will hold its Annual Meeting and Board election on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at Sandhills Global Event Center, 4100 N. 84th St., Lincoln, in the Ag Society Hall. Continue reading…
Upcoming 4-H events and deadlines are published in the "4‑H - Lancaster County" weekly e‑newsletter. Enrolled 4‑H families receive this e-newsletter every Friday. Anyone can view it at https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar at https://events.unl.edu/lancaster. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
The NEBLINE newsletter is published by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County and is available in print, e‑newsletter, PDF and audio versions. Learn more at https://lancaster.unl.edu/nebline.