Have you ever walked across your classroom and forgotten what you wanted? Have you ever driven to work and not remembered the trip? Has your child or a child in your classroom ever said something you later struggled to recall? If you answered yes to any of these... Continue reading…
Candy and costumes and pumpkins, oh my! Halloween is near and it’s important to mix in healthy alternatives with all the sweet treats you will be able to find this time of year. Try these Halloween alternatives to help find a healthy balance... Continue reading…
Acreages often come with 20 or more acres of tillable land that may be farmed. There are many questions to answer: What should I plant? Do I have the equipment? What do I do with the product? Should I rent out the land? What is it worth? Continue reading…
As an Extension educator, my job is to help educate others. I provide resources to help homeowners, communities, businesses and organizations to help them make good decisions about their pest problems.
Groundhogs (Marmota monax), also known as woodchucks, can be sighted throughout the eastern half of Nebraska. Groundhogs are brownish with a grizzled appearance, reaching a length of 16–20 inches and an average weight of 7–10 pounds. Continue reading…
In case you missed it, on Thursday, Aug. 22, Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) confirmed the discovery of emerald ash borer (EAB) adults in Lancaster County. Adult beetles were caught in a monitoring trap set up northwest of Pioneers Park. Continue reading…
The seminar will be held on Thursday, Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Registration is required by Oct. 15 by calling 402-441-7180. Cost is $15 per person/couple for one set of educational materials. Continue reading…
Harvest gourds when the vine and stem dries and begins to turn brown. Be sure to complete your harvest before the first hard frost. Immature gourds will not cure correctly and rot, so only harvest mature fruit. Continue reading…
Fall is an excellent time for taking soil samples in your lawn and garden. Soil tests will measure the pH of the soil, organic matter content and the levels of some of the major elements required for plant growth, such as phosphorus and potassium.
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Master Gardeners receive 40 hours of training in return for volunteering 40 hours to Extension programs and activities.
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Brandy Wollen of Omaha as winner of the October “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Continue reading…
Congratulations to the Lancaster County 4-H’ers who showcased their projects at the 2018 Nebraska State Fair! Here are the Lancaster County 4-H youth winners of purple ribbons, special awards and Rainbow Ribbon Recognition. Complete results are online at http://www.nebraska4hresults.comContinue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H program — a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government — would like to thank all of the businesses, organizations and individuals who sponsored 4-H events, activities, programs and trophies during the 2017–2018 4-H year.
A free 4-H Rabbit Clinic will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, 9 a.m.–noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Open to all youth and families. This is a great opportunity to learn about the 4-H Rabbit Program which is open to all youth ages 8–18. Continue reading…
4-H member Ellie Babcock, is offering “Quilting for a Cause” workshops on Saturday, Sept. 22 (8 a.m.–noon), Saturday, Oct. 6 (8 a.m.–noon), Saturday, Nov. 3 (2–5 p.m.) and Thursday, Nov. 15 (6–8:30 p.m.) to be held at the Lancaster Extension Education Center at 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
The annual 4-H Information Night will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. See animals such as rabbits and llamas. Free hot dogs! Find out how youth ages 5-18 can join 4-H! Adults — help youth grow by volunteering!
National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) awarded Extension Educator Tyler Williams with their 2018 Achievement Award for Nebraska in recognition of excellence in Extension educational programs. Continue reading…
At the VIP Luncheon at the 2018 Lancaster County Super Fair, Extension Publication and Media Assistant Vicki Jedlicka was recognized by Lancaster Event Center Managing Director and Lancaster County Agricultural Society Board as a friend of the Lancaster County Super Fair and Lancaster Event Center. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Agricultural Society Hall of Fame Award, established in 2009, formally recognizes individuals who have dedicated time and effort to the Lancaster County Agricultural Society beyond the normal volunteer and who have made significant contributions to the establishment ... Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners seek community members to serve on the Lancaster County Extension Board. Vacancies will be filled with three year appointments beginning in January 2019.
Extension Board members advocate for and assist Extension staff in focus areas such as... Continue reading…
The 2018 state Make It With Wool contest will be held Saturday, Nov. 17 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Dawson County Extension Office in Lexington, Neb. The fabrics/yarns used for the wool contest must be 100% wool or wool blend (minimum 60% wool or specialty wool fiber) for each fashion fabric or ... Continue reading…
Upcoming 4-H events and deadlines are published in the "4-H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. All enrolled 4-H families who provide their email address in 4-HOnline automatically receive this e-newsletter. Anyone can view it online at the following link.
The monthly NEBLINE newsletter is published in this e-newsletter format as well as PDF format. A print version is available free to residents in U.S. postal codes: 683xx, 684xx, 685xx, 68003, 68017, 68065.
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) is hosting its annual Experience the Power of Red Visit Day for students grades 8–12 on Saturday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. There is no charge. Please register by Friday, Sept. 28.