In Nebraska one in three age-eligible youth take part in 4-H, America’s largest youth development organization.   Through 4-H, youth gain experiences that help them become skilled … more

Most of us have done some type of a community service project. Maybe picking up trash along a roadway, donating resources for a food drive, or visiting residents at a nursing home.   This … more

When you think of a rainbow of colors, do you think about the variety of fruits and vegetables you are encouraged to eat daily? Or instead, do you consider a handful of colorful M&Ms, or the nine … more

Now that it’s October we can really notice the changing of the seasons, and I just don’t mean cooler weather and leaves falling. I mean it’s almost Medicare Open Enrollment Season! … more

National 4-H Week is held every year during the first full week of October.   This year Oct. 2-8, 2022 is National 4-H Week. 4-H is part of each Land Grant University System across our … more

Most of us have done some type of a community service project. Maybe picking up trash along a roadway, donating resources for a food drive, or visiting residents at a nursing home.   This … more

Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to season and flavor foods. In prehistoric times, people discovered that certain parts of plants made food taste better. Herbs were the flavoring of … more

The kids are back in school, and many of us are getting back into a routine.  Here are some helpful hints that will help you adopt some healthy eating practices for you and your … more

Reading with children is one of the most effective and educational activities you can engage in with your children.   Children learn concepts of print, letter and word recognition, … more

By Kim Bearnes, Extension Educator Here is a list of service projects for kids and opportunities for kids to volunteer within their community that will empower kids with responsibility, engage … more