March 13, 2019 will be a day many Nebraskans will not soon forget. It was furiously raining in eastern Nebraska and there was a winter storm with high winds and blizzard conditions in western Nebraska. Nebraska had damage not only from high water levels, but in many areas there was damage due to... Continue reading…
This year has been challenging for many Nebraska families and it is a reminder how quickly our lives can change when there is a natural or man-made disaster. September is National Preparedness Month. This year’s theme is “Prepared, Not Scared. Be Ready for Disasters.” Continue reading…
Planning starts with three easy steps using fillable wallet cards from http://ready.gov:
1. COLLECT. Create a paper copies of the contact information for your family and other important people/offices.
2. SHARE. Make sure everyone carries a copy in his or her backpack, purse or wallet. Continue reading…
• Families & Individuals
• Homeowners
• Businesses & Communities
• Agriculture
Email floodresponse@unl.edu
September is National Breakfast Month and many of us are just getting back into the swing of the school year. Many families are on the go and schedules are hectic, but it is important to remember breakfast. When possible, do not leave home without it... Continue reading…
FRUITY WHOLE WHEAT PANCAKES
(Makes 4 servings)
1/2 cup skim milk
2 Tablespoon margarine, melted
1 egg
1 cup flour (1/2 cup whole wheat and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour)
2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup blueberries or your favorite fruit
Late-summer-planted forages like small grain and brassica mixes can afford quality forage for grazing of backgrounded calves in the fall and early winter season. Continue reading…
Many gardeners have heard of sheet composting, but they may know it by another name — lasagna composting. This is a cold composting method, which requires no turning. It’s a great way to convert grass areas into vegetable beds, create new perennial beds or enlarge existing beds... Continue reading…
For information on creating a traditional compost pile, plan to attend one of this fall’s composting programs presented by Nebraska Extension and the City of Lincoln Recycling Office.
• Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m., at Pioneers Park Nature Center’s backyard composting demonstration area... Continue reading…
Asters are hardy perennials that bloom late summer until the first hard frost. Many asters are native to Nebraska and are a late-season source of pollen for bees, migrating monarchs and other pollinators. Continue reading…
September is a good time for improving your garden soil. Add manure, compost and leaves to increase the organic matter content.
Allow plants to finish the summer growth cycle in a normal manner. Never encourage growth with heavy applications of fertilizer or excessive pruning at this time. Continue reading…
Many people have heard and fear the diagnosis of Lyme disease due to all the negative complexities associated with the illness. It is called Lyme disease because the first case was discovered in 1977 in Old Lyme, Connecticut. Continue reading…
The 2019 Lancaster County Super Fair was held Aug. 1–10 at the Lancaster Event Center. Over 780 4-H/FFA exhibitors showcased over 5,000 exhibits (including static exhibits, Clover Kids, animals and contest entries). The Super Fair provides 4-H youth an opportunity to showcase their projects. Continue reading…
4-H/FFA complete results, photos and videos are online at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair. Here are the 4-H/FFA top results at the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…
The 2019 State 4-H Horse Exposition was held July 14–18 at Fonner Park in Grand Island. Here are the Lancaster County 4-H’er purple ribbon winners. Complete results and photos are at http://4h.unl.edu/horse/state-expo Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Brenda Nepper of Hickman as winner of the September “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Brenda has volunteered for 4-H for four years as a parent volunteer with horse and Pick-a-Pig clubs. Continue reading…
Youth in 7th–12th grade — want to have so much fun making new friends, doing community service projects and other activities that you won’t realize you are learning important leadership skills? Join 4-H Teen Council! Continue reading…
A new Horticulture 4-H Club is starting in September. Youth ages 8–18 interested in joining the club, and their parents, are encouraged to attend the informational meeting on Thursday, Sept. 19, 6–7:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Support 4-H by eating at Chipotle, 6005 O St., Lincoln on Monday, Sept. 16 from 4–8 p.m. If customers mention 4-H, Lancaster County 4-H Council will receive 33% of the proceeds. 4-H Council helps support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships.
A 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Woodland Hills Golf Course, 6000 Woodland Hills Drive, Eagle with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. This tournament is a four-person scramble and costs $75 per golfer or $300 per team. It includes:
• 18 holes, cart and range balls Continue reading…
The annual 4-H Information Night will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. See animals such as rabbits and llamas. Free hot dogs! This is a great opportunity for families with youth interested in joining 4-H to learn about... Continue reading…
Extension Associate Mindy Vyhnalek is retiring after working for University of Nebraska for 17 years. She has worked:
• September 2017–September 2019: with the Nutrition Education Program (NEP) at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County.
• August 2008–July 2017: with NEP in Platte, Boone... Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar. 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.