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NUTRITION, HEALTH & SAFETY
Toll-free Hotline Available on Thanksgiving Day
If you have questions about your last minute Thanksgiving meal prep, call the toll-free USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline. The hotline is staffed with food safety specialists on Thanksgiving Day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Time.
HOTLINE 1-888-674-6854
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NUTRITION, HEALTH & SAFETY
Tips for Removing Common Holiday Stains
Stains can be a major disaster if not treated immediately using the right products and process. Whether it be the table linens or a special holiday outfit, there are ways to save the item.
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LAWN & GARDEN
Holiday Plant Care: Poinsettias & Christmas Trees
Holiday traditions often include poinsettias and Christmas trees. Here's how to keep these traditional favorites fresh for the holiday season.
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4-H & YOUTH
Scholarships & Awards
A variety of scholarships are available to high school seniors active in 4-H. Lancaster County 4-H also awards a variety of honors to help recognize members, volunteers and supporters. Many of the scholarships and awards have a January 2, 2010 deadline. Applications and details are on-line.
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ACREAGE, FARM & RANCH
How to Keep Your Hens Laying Through the Winter
Do you want your hens to keep laying eggs? Then trick them to think they still have long days and short nights rather than the reverse.
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INSECTS, SPIDERS, MICE & MORE
Controlling Mice: "Do-it-youself" Video on YouTube
This Backyard Farmer video features practical tips on plugging openings, types of traps, trap placement, ultrasonic devices and more.
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Featured photo above: If you're hosting or thinking about hosting a Thanksgiving meal at your house, we have resources to help. From recipes, carving the turkey, to tips for leftovers and much more. Visit HERE
National Extension Association Awards
Two UNL Extension in Lancaster County staff received national awards at the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (NEAFCS) annual meeting.
* Maureen Burson: Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes members for leadership, educational program efforts and professional development.
* Alice Henneman: 1st Place Educational Technology Communications Award for “Supermarket Savings: 16 Tips that Total BIG Bucks”. The award encourages excellence in communication through computer programs, web pages or computer generated presentations.
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This page was updated Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9 am CT



