New season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ begins this week

Lincoln – “Backyard Farmer” is back for its 74th season to help gardeners and lawn care enthusiasts keep their landscapes healthy and thriving. The new season premieres at 7 p.m. CT Thursday, April 2 on Nebraska Public Media and continues throughout the summer.

Kyle Phillips graduates from Nebraska LEAD Program

Lincoln - The Nebraska LEAD Program honored the 30 Fellows of Class 43 during the Nebraska Agricultural Leadership Council’s Annual Recognition Banquet, held Friday, March 13, on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus. One of those fellows was Kyle Phillips of Mullen.

Alan J. Bartels to hold book signing in Thedford April 11

Where in Nebraska can people explore a Stonehengeinspired sculpture made from old cars, watch the night sky from one of the darkest places on Earth, float downstream in a livestock water tank through a morethan- century-old cattle ranch, and dive into a bottomless spring that some say is impossible...

Start now for a successful vegetable garden

by Elizabeth Exstrom, UNL Extension Educator The recent warm temperatures have many gardeners itching to get outside and start planting. While it may feel like spring has arrived, now is not the ideal time to plant most vegetables outdoors in Nebraska.

Financial independence for Nebraskans with disabilities

by Joey Spellerberg, Nebraska State Treasurer In communities across Nebraska, thousands of families share a common concern: How can a loved one with a disability build financial savings without risking important benefits?For years, the answer was complicated and discouraging.

Midwest Walleye Challenge starts April 1

Walleye anglers have a new way to compete, connect and contribute to fisheries science and management across the Midwest.

Mullen Book Club to meet April 15

The Mullen Book Club will be discussing “Attachments” by Nebraska author Rainbow Rowell on Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m. If the weather cooperates, they will be meeting on the Hooker County Courthouse lawn - bring a lawn chair! Otherwise, they’ll be meeting at the Mullen Arts Center.

Drought webinar for cattle producers

Lincoln - Nebraska cattle producers facing ongoing drought conditions have an opportunity to learn more about the current weather outlook and potential impacts for the upcoming grazing season during a Nebraska Extension webinar on March 30.