Local News & Interests
Columbus Day
The Nebraska Extension office in Richardson County will be CLOSED on Monday, October 13 in observance of Columbus Day.
2025 Fall Armyworm In Nebraska
There have been recent reports of fall armyworm damage, egg masses, and the emergence of a new generation in Gage and Lancaster counties in Nebraska. They are also experiencing this at the East Campus Research Center in Lincoln. In collaboration with the Nebraska Extension Entomology group, they have released an article on armyworm at turf.unl.edu website, and on Gro Big Red by Extension Educator Entomologist Jody Green, with more information on fall armyworm.
This is critical, especially with the increase in temperatures that can increase emergence in fall armyworm. If you see any fall armyworm at or near turfgrass areas, from egg masses to the adult form of fall armyworm, please report to your nearest Nebraska Extension office.
4-H Week Kickoff
Richardson County 4-H is hosting a Skate Night to kick off National 4-H Week!
Join us on Saturday, October 4th from 5 - 9pm at Sycamore Springs in Sabetha, KS to help us celebrate the new 4-H year.
Main dish for meal will be provided, bring a side or dessert to share if you wish.
October Take and Make Project
Our Fall Take & Make Projects are open to all youth with no requirement to be a 4-H member. This project will be eligible for the 2026 4-H Fair, with entry class suggestions included.
Wood Block Turkeys - Create your own unique turkey with a colorful tail fan to adorn your thanksgiving table! Cost is $15. Project will be ready to pick up at the extension office the week of October 20th, or the project can be shipped for $8.
Register by October 3rd by following this link: go.unl.edu/turkey_making or by giving the office a call at 402-245-4324.
November Take and Make Project
Our Fall Take & Make Projects are open to all youth with no requirement to be a 4-H member. This project will be eligible for the 2026 4-H Fair, with entry class suggestions included.
Yarn Trees - Make trees with star toppers to decorate during the holidays! Cost is $15. Project will be ready to pick up at the extension office before thanksgiving (November 27th), or the project can be shipped for $8.
Register by November 7th by following this link: go.unl.edu/yarn_tree or by giving the office a call at 402-245-4324.
All Things Pumpkin
4-H Fall Baking Workshop
Join us Saturday, November 8th from 9am - 12pm for a morning of baking! All recipes will include the vegetable of the season, pumpkin. Open to all youth 8 - 18 years old, with no requirement to be enrolled in 4-H.
Cost for the class is $10. Register by October 31st by following this link: go.unl.edu/pumpkin_baking or by calling the office at 402-245-4324.
