Thursday December 14, 2023
Choosing and Caring for Christmas Trees
Nebraska has more than 20 tree farms in central and eastern Nebraska that grow and sell Christmas trees. Nebraska Extension Educator John Fech gives us tips for picking out a healthy tree and ideas on keeping it fresh for the holiday season.MP3
https://lancaster.unl.edu/christmas-tree
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Tuesday December 12, 2023
Mole, Vole or Mouse
Colder weather means moles, voles and mice are trying to find warmth and food in your home or landscape. Nebraska Extension Wildlife Specialist Dennis Ferraro talks about stopping mice from entering your home and keeping voles and moles out of your gardens.MP3
https://youtu.be/sxMUV899zYI
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Wednesday December 6, 2023
Insects in Your Food & Pantry
Pantry pests are the name given to beetles and moths that tend to infest stored food products. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Jody Green says many food-processing plants and supermarkets struggle with controlling these types of pests and offers ways to control them before they become a problem in your home.MP3
https://lancaster.unl.edu/pest/resources/pantrypests304.shtml
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Monday December 4, 2023
Keeping Your Weight in Check During the Holidays
Keeping the extra pounds off during the holidays isn’t easy with all the gatherings, parties, and celebrations. Nebraska Extension Food, Nutrition & Health Educator Carrie Miller offers a few simple tips to avoid weight gain during the holiday season.MP3
https://ianrnews.unl.edu/panhandle-perspectives-smart-eating-during-holidays
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Friday November 24, 2023
Holiday Food Safety
Most Thanksgiving meals include turkey, but there are also several side dishes that everyone enjoys. Nebraska Extension Food, Nutrition & Health Educator Cindy Brison discusses food safety to avoid food borne illness this holiday season. MP3
https://food.unl.edu/free-resources/newsletters/family-fun-run/thanksgiving-food-safety
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Wednesday November 22, 2023
How to Safely Fry a Turkey
Frying a turkey is one of the best ways to enjoy the bird on Thanksgiving. But there is plenty of video evidence of disasters happening if you don’t prepare correctly. Nebraska Extension Food, Nutrition & Health Educator Cindy Brison talks about how to safely fry that turkey.MP3
https://food.unl.edu/free-resources/newsletters/family-fun-run/thanksgiving-food-safety
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Tuesday November 21, 2023
Picking out a Holiday Tree
It’s tradition in a lot of our homes to pick out a tree for the upcoming holiday season. Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist Kim Todd gives us some tips to making the right choice.MP3
https://youtu.be/48SuxDkERYU
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Monday November 20, 2023
How to Cook, Serve and Store Turkey
Avoid food borne illnesses by keeping risky habits out of the kitchen this Thanksgiving. Nebraska Food, Nutrition & Health Extension Educator Cindy Brison stresses the importance of properly handling, cooking and storing your turkey.MP3
https://food.unl.edu/free-resources/newsletters/family-fun-run/thanksgiving-food-safety
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Tuesday November 7, 2023
Household Spiders
Internet memes have made fun of homeowner’s fear of spiders. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Jody Green says most spiders are harmless or even beneficial and could be eating other insect pests inside your home.MP3
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/insects/
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Tuesday October 31, 2023
Drain Flies
Indoor nuisance flies can be really annoying. Aside from common fruit flies, there is another tiny fly that lives in your sink. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Jody Green talks about drain flies, how to figure out the difference between them and fruit flies, and how to get rid of them. MP3
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/ce/resources/ce-abl-drain-fly.pdf
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Monday October 30, 2023
Getting People Involved in Community Events
Fall community events are a special time in many of our hometowns. But getting people, especially new residents involved in planning and leadership as well as participation can be problematic. Extension Specialist Cheryl Burkhart-Kriesel talks about how to get everyone involved and maybe trying some new ideas. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/rural/getting-people-involved-community-events-art-and-science
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Friday October 27, 2023
Celebrating Cooperatives
Cooperatives are usually thought of as a place to buy and sell grain. Director of Nebraska Cooperative Development Center Charlotte Narjes says cooperatives come in many other forms and benefit rural communities all over the state.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/rural/owning-our-identity-%E2%80%93-celebrating-cooperatives-2023
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Monday October 23, 2023
Food Science and Technology Scholarship Challenge
Junior and Senior High School Students could be eligible to win a $5,000 dollar scholarship for participating in a food science day offered by UNL’s Food Science and Technology Department. CASNR College Relations Director Sue Ellen Pegg talks about the activities and interactions students will experience during the event coming up in December. MP3
https://foodscience.unl.edu/food-science-scholarship-challenge
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Tuesday October 3, 2023
Cottage Food Laws
Are you thinking about starting your own food business from your own kitchen? Nebraska Extension Educator Cindy Brison talks about a few rules you need to follow before you can start selling food to the public.MP3
https://foodsystems.unl.edu/cottage-food-law
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Monday September 25, 2023
2023 UNL Experience the Power of Red
Looking into the future is made possible for high school students by attending the Experience the Power of Red visit day on UNL’s east Campus. Recruitment Coordinator Sue Ellen Pegg says students can see what their college days will be like at the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. MP3
https://admissions.unl.edu/events/on-campus/power-of-red/
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Friday September 22, 2023
The Challenges of Being Rural
Rural communities are facing big challenges when it comes to keeping their towns vibrant and growing. Nebraska Extension Specialist Cheryl Burkhart-Kriesel talks about how small-town Nebraskans are creatively managing several issues to help them grow in years to come. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/rural/being-rural-nebraska-both-blessing-and-curse
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Monday September 11, 2023
Minute Pirate Bugs
This tiny little bug is considered a beneficial insect, but the bite of minute pirate bugs is surprisingly painful. Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist Jody Green offers some tips to help stop the bite.MP3
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/ce/resources/ce-infographic-minute-pirate-bugs-tiny-bugs-big-bite.pdf