Nebraska Extension in Lincoln, Logan & McPherson Counties

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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS
Youth interested in applying for state-level scholarships must make that designation on their application, as well as complete the additional section titled “Nebraska 4-H Foundation Scholarships.” Additional materials are required for youth applying for scholarships. These materials must be submitted digitally along with the completed Achievement Application. For more information about Nebraska 4-H Foundation scholarships, please visit: http://ne4hfoundation.org/recognition.

Note for scholarship applicants only:
• Only the application review committee will have access to transcripts and test scores.

Extension Assistant – 4-H in Lincoln Logan and McPherson Counties

To Apply: Fill out this application and submit it along with your resume to the Extension Office at 348 W. State Farm Rd. in North Platte. Application deadline is September 15th, 2022.

Job Summary

Transform lives by delivering, teaching, and managing effective educational programing in Focus Area by providing positive youth development to include current and emerging youth issues in Lincoln, Logan, and McPherson Counties.  Must be able to engage youth through diverse learning strategies at appropriate places and times.  Ability to travel within Lincoln, Logan, and McPherson Counties.  

Duties

As a reminder, the 4-H entry deadline for the 2022 Nebraska State Fair is Wednesday, August 10th at 8 PM CST. Attached is a step by step instructions sheet for exhibitors.

Here are eleven tips to help you maximize your trip to the grocery store.  See how these eleven steps can maximize your health, wallet, and time.

1.      Read nutrition labels. Be aware of sneaky ingredients that go by different names. When there’s more than one food choice, compare nutrition labels. Choose the item with the lowest amounts of sodium, saturated fat, trans fat, and added sugars. 

Pro tip: Ingredients are always listed in order of quantity.

Other names you might see for:

      - Trans fats: hydrogenated oil

Summer not only brings out barbecue grills, but also bacteria. Bacteria love the hot, humid days of summer, grow faster than at any other time of the year, and can cause foodborne illness. Summer barbecues are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and each other’s company. Keep your barbecues with family
and friends healthy and safe this summer with the following tips.

TIP #1 Keep It Clean!  Wash clean. Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food. If you're eating where there’s no source of clean water, bring water, soap, and paper towels or have disposable wipes or hand sanitizer available.

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