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Coming up! Lancaster County Master Gardeners have several opportunities for you to learn about composting. Fall dates in Lincoln: Pioneers Park location - 10 a.m, October 13 | Oak Lake Evangelical Free Church - 5:30 pm, September 24. Composting Demonstration Details. Photo by Nebraska Extension staff -
The Community Food & Wellness Festival was organized and presented by staff from Nebraska Extension, Produce From the Heart and United Healthcare, as well as 4-H Teen Ambassadors. Read Food and wellness festival promoted healthier lifestyles Photo by Nic Colgrove -
A 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held Sunday, Sept. 16 at the Hidden Valley Golf Club, 10501 Pine Lake Road, Lincoln. 1 p.m. shotgun start. Details on the Lancaster County 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser -
Master gardeners are remarkable, trained volunteers who contribute to a number of projects serving our community. These gardeners are working in the City Mission garden. Interested? View photos, learn more and apply to be a master gardener. Photo by Vicki Jedlicka, Extension Assistant -
You can’t tell if an animal is rabid just by its behavior. Other diseases, like distemper, or exposure to chemicals (like antifreeze) may also cause an animal to act “rabid.” Read You can’t tell if an animal is rabid just by its behavior Photo by Stephanie McReynolds
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Iron and manganese in water
Discolored water. A strange odor. Stained ceramic fixtures such as tubs, sinks and toilets. Discolored clothes, towels and dishes. Reduced water pressure. These are all some of the potential impacts from high levels of iron and manganese in your water supply. Read Iron and manganese in water
4-H Information Night, Oct. 16
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. Find out how youth ages 5-18 can join 4-H! Adults — help youth grow by volunteering! Visit 4-H in Lancaster County Nebraska
Cow killer ant: Wrongfully accused
Despite their massive defenses, velvet ants are not aggressive and they will try and hide in leaf litter and mulch. If you see velvet ants around your home, no need to worry. Just leave them alone, and tell small children not to touch. No control measures are necessary. Read Cow killer ant: Wrongfully accused.
Transitions with young children in early childhood classrooms
In the classroom or home, teachers and parents have the walls to help keep the little ones safe, but as soon as that door opens, it is like a passageway to a new, exciting place. Adults working with children should remember that children are naturally curious and excited to go and explore their new world. When transitions are poorly done, the end result can seem chaotic and may result in challenging behavior in the children. Read Transitions with young children in early childhood classrooms
Storing vegetables and fruit
After a successful garden season, you may have vegetables and fruits you would like to store until you are ready to use them. Proper storage conditions are needed for fruits and vegetables that are not consumed immediately after harvest. Read Storing vegetables and fruit
Resources to help manage your ag land
Managing the finances for agricultural land you own or operate can be challenging, stressful and often covers topics which are hard to keep up with. Nebraska Extension has a number of resources to help you manage your agricultural land including Nebraska Crop Budgets, Custom Farming Rates, Nebraska Farm Real Estate Report, Farm Leases and Managing Financial Stress. Read Resources to help manage your ag land