Across Nebraska, gardening has long been more than a seasonal hobby — it is a practical, powerful way to nourish families and strengthen communities. At Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, gardening has become a cornerstone of nutrition security efforts, helping individuals... Continue reading…
One of the first plants we can grow at the start of the growing season in Nebraska are leafy greens. They can be planted as early as April and can also be grown and harvested all season long! You can start them from seeds or starter plants (SNAP/EBT benefits can be used on seeds and starter plants). Continue reading…
Wildfires have been on many Nebraskans’ minds over the past several weeks. Warm, dry conditions paired with strong winds caused fires to spread very quickly. On March 12, several large wildfires broke out across the state, affecting communities both rural and urban. Continue reading…
Each year, professional, volunteer judges for All-America Selections choose top garden performers that become AAS Winners. All-America Selections is an independent, non-profit organization that tests new, never-before-sold varieties for the home gardener. Continue reading…
Join the experts from Nebraska Extension to learn and ask questions about:
• May 13 — Lawn & Landscape Weeds
• June 10 — Beyond Pollinators: Predatory & Beneficial Bugs... Continue reading…
Eve Hoffman has been an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (EMGV) for 21 years and has volunteered over 900 hours. Eve mentors new volunteers, teaches youth how to garden and serves as a judge at the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…
Consider planting native perennials that are beneficial to native pollinators like solitary bees, bumblebees and butterflies. Native plants include coreopsis, coneflower, aster, goldenrod, butterfly milkweed, ironweed, blazing star, beardtongue, pitcher sage, bee balm and purple poppy mallow... Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Department of Agricultural Economics annually surveys land industry professionals across Nebraska, including appraisers, farm and ranch managers, agricultural bankers and related industry professionals. Results from the survey are divided by land class and... Continue reading…
It is hard to believe that it is already spring! This means it is time for a spring inspection of your well, water treatment and onsite septic systems and performing necessary maintenance, when necessary. It is also time to order a test kit to collect your annual water samples for nitrate... Continue reading…
Simon Nicholson, a British architect, coined the term “loose parts” in the early 1970s which describes an approach to teaching and the use of materials in space. Loose parts are materials that can be moved, carried, redesigned, lined up, taken apart and put back together in multiple ways. Continue reading…
With warmer weather comes spending more time outdoors, and more time outdoors, inevitably, leads to more exposure to things that can make us itch — plants, mosquitos and chiggers to name a few. But what exactly is a chigger? Chances are, you’ve never actually seen one. Instead, you’ve probably... Continue reading…
The 2026 Weed Awareness special section in the May NEBLINE paper version is online in PDF format. Prepared by the Lancaster County Weed Authority, this section includes information about Nebraska's and Lancaster County's noxious weeds, as well as a 2025 Annual Review.
Extension Educator Tracy Anderson recently helped chaperone a group of Nebraska 4‑H’ers attending the Ignite by 4‑H conference in Washington, D.C. Four Lancaster County 4‑H’ers were part of the group: Abby Bauer, Adam Gabel, Morgan Gabel and Aiden Powers. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H’s Hands to Larger Service
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. Continue reading…
Brad Philson is receiving Lancaster County 4-H’s May “Heart of 4-H Award.” A 4‑H volunteer for over 10 years, he is one of two head coaches for the Southwest Lincoln 4‑H Trap Club and is a certified shotgun instructor. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H Clover College is four days of in-person, hands-on workshops full of fun and a sense of belonging. Learning topics include STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and math, which can spark career interests. It will be held Tuesday, June 9–Friday, June 12... Continue reading…
Extension Educator Ingrid Lindal will present a Babysitting Training open to youth ages 10–16 on Friday, June 19, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Cost is $40 per participant. Continue reading…
All youth, as well as adults, may test their knowledge of plants through two upcoming online plant science contests. Study materials are online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/hort-fair. Lancaster County 4-H Online Tree ID and Grass & Weed ID Contests will be open from Tuesday, June 9... Continue reading…
Craving something sweet? Support 4‑H on Thursday, May 7 by eating out at any Culver’s restaurant in Lincoln during their annual Scoops of Thanks Day. All day long, you’ll receive a scoop of Fresh Frozen Custard in exchange for a $1 donation to Lancaster County 4‑H Council. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is one of the nonprofits the community can donate to during Give to Lincoln Day hosted by Lincoln Community Foundation. Your donation is increased by a proportional share of a $650,000 challenge match fund! Continue reading…
Do you want to know how to turn your yard and garden waste into beneficial compost? Or do you want a refresher? Nebraska Extension will present composting demonstrations on Saturday, May 16 and Saturday, Sept. 26, 10–11 a.m. at Pioneers Park Nature Center’s backyard composting demonstration area... Continue reading…
Big Red Summer Academic Camps are residential, career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln open to all students going into grades 9–12 during the 2026–27 school year. Camps are hosted by Nebraska Extension 4‑H Youth Development and university faculty members... Continue reading…
Sophia Wehrbein recently joined Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County as a part-time staff member through August to support the Health & Wellbeing team. She will help with the Nutrition School Enrichment Kit Program in Lincoln Public Schools, represent Nebraska Extension at various health fairs... 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.