Choose Healthy Here and Double Up Food Bucks are both statewide programs offered by Nebraska Extension with the help of program partners. Major partners who have given resources for these healthy programs to be carried out through Nebraska Extension are the Department of Health and Human Services... Continue reading…
The 2019 Weed Awareness special section in the April NEBLINE paper version is online in PDF format. Prepared by the Lancaster County Weed Control Authority, this section includes information about Nebraska's and Lancaster County's noxious weeds, as well as a 2018 Annual Review.
April is “Move More Month,” and the American Heart Association encourages all Americans to commit to being more active on a regular basis. One of the most important things you can do to improve your health is be physically active. Continue reading…
I’m highlighting this recipe by Cami Wells, Extension Educator in Hall County, because the recipe is a simple and healthy snack for all ages. Plus, it includes three out of the five food groups: dairy, fruits and grains.
STRAWBERRY CHOCOLATE BITES
(Makes 1 serving) Continue reading…
Every year in eastern Nebraska we seem to deal with cold and/or wet soils during planting. This limits the windows of opportunity for good planting conditions and many operations will push the limits when getting their crops in the ground. Continue reading…
Tree health is often a reflection of root health. Good practices to improve root health include properly applied organic mulch, good water management, and avoiding root damage from construction or changes in soil grade.
Another major contributor to tree health, often unseen... Continue reading…
The first thing people think about when they hear the word bed bug is “Ewww!” The truth is, bed bugs do not discriminate and can affect all individuals, families and communities regardless of cleanliness, ethnic group, race, age or socioeconomic status. Continue reading…
Spring is a terrific time to do some sprucing up around the home. This is also when people discover rodents have been at work nesting, chewing and leaving their droppings behind for you to find. This article focuses on how to safely clean up after rodents. Continue reading…
The Perennial Plant Association has awarded the 2019 Perennial Plant of the Year Award to Stachys ‘Hummelo.’
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8.
Light: Full sun to part shade.
Soil: Well-drained soil, water as necessary.
Uses: This colorful and compact plant makes an excellent addition... Continue reading…
Backyard Farmer is dedicated to helping you find solutions to your lawn and garden questions. Backyard Farmer airs live Thursdays on NET1 at 7 p.m. from April through September and repeats on NET1 Saturdays at 10 a.m. and CREATE (NET3) Sundays at 2 p.m. & Mondays at 5 p.m.
The last Friday in April is National Arbor Day. Plant a tree or support an organization which plants trees.
Consider planting native perennials that are beneficial to native pollinators like solitary bees, bumblebees and butterflies. Continue reading…
Something special happens when people laugh together over something genuinely funny and not hurtful to anyone. It’s like magic, creating the feelings of safety and belonging to a group. It’s important to remember that humor isn’t a science. Humor is intuitive and spontaneous. Continue reading…
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING FOR CHILDCARE PROVIDERS — Thursdays, April 4 & 11, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Receive 6 in-service hours. Learn what items you should have ready to evacuate, what items you should have ready to shelter-in-place, how to teach children about emergencies... Continue reading…
In January 2019, 38 4-H Teen Council members organized and led the overnight 4-H Lock-In for 38 4th and 5th graders. This year, teens chose the theme, “Journey to the Stars,” and divided into four groups: games, education, crafts and food. Continue reading…
Omaha Fashion Week kicked off with Student Night on Feb. 26 at the Omaha Design Center in downtown Omaha. The runway show included collections from Nebraska 4-H, Omaha High Schools, FCCLA and Joslyn Art Museum’s Kent Bellows Mentoring Program. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Megan Starner of Bennet as winner of the April “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
Megan is a parent volunteer with the Esprit de Corps Horse Dressage 4-H club and member of 4-H Horse Volunteers in Program Service... Continue reading…
4-H SUMMER CAMP brochures are now available online at http://4h.unl.edu/camp-centers and at the Extension office. Camps are open to all youth ages 6–18 (need not be in 4-H). With locations at Gretna and Halsey, there are over 50 camps ranging from 3-day day camps to 4-day/3-night overnight camps. Continue reading…
Support 4-H by eating at Runza on 33rd and Pioneers on Tuesday, April 16 from 5–8 p.m. Simply mention 4-H and Lancaster County 4-H Council will receive 10 percent of the proceeds. 4-H Council helps support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships.
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Exhibit Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18. For more information, call Bob at 402-525-8263 or the Extension office at 402-441-7180.
The annual Spring Fling Dressage Schooling Show will be held on Saturday May 4, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Pavilion 3. Opportunities for 45-minute clinic rides with judge Marie Maloney on Sunday, May 5. Open to all ages to benefit the 4-H horse program. Entries are due April 24.
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County recently hired two Extension Assistants to replace outgoing staff. They join a staff of three other 4-H staff members to coordinate the Lancaster County 4-H’s program, which reached over 36,000 youth last year. Continue reading…
Did you know that putting a non-recyclable item into your curbside recycling bin or the public drop-off bins can actually cause EVERYTHING in the bin to go to the landfill? Recyclable items jump through many hoops on their path to become new materials. Continue reading…
Embryology resources include incubation, candling, and more!
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar. You can view by week, month, year or upcoming.
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.