It鈥檚 been a long ride for the Silver Spurs 4-H Club, which got its start more than six decades ago in 1963.
- from K-State Extension news service
It鈥檚 county fair season, and while local events are a great way to enjoy the sun and time with friends, heat can be an invisible fun bandit for livestock.
- Kristen Sindelar
Not everyone gets to go from candling eggs in one school, to delivering caterpillars to another, to handling Madagascar hissing cockroaches in another. Yet this is all in a day鈥檚 work for extension educator Jenna Gilbert.聽
- Kristen Sindelar
Curious minds want to know: what makes 4-H so awesome?
- Kristen Sindelar
Young patients at the hospital in Jefferson County, Nebraska, have something to look forward to after Marley Rosener put her heart and hands to larger service for this year鈥檚 4-H Citizenship project.
- Kristen Sindelar
Many in the older generation can recall their childhood summers filled with endless days spent exploring the great outdoors. This was especially true if you were lucky enough to go to 4-H camp, where the adventures that made camp special featured hiking in the woods, being on the water and s…
- Kristen Sindelar
Kids around Osmond, Nebraska know that to be an all-star, you鈥檝e got to join 4-H.
- Kristen Sindelar
The temps are heating up, kids are out of school and the days are getting longer. For Elise Anderson, these are signs that her favorite season is almost here: fair season.
- By Amy Hadachek
It was no small feat for Maywood, Nebraska鈥檚 FFA chapter members and their teacher to have a banner year. Many of the members earned awards, and the chapter dug deep to engage in numerous community service projects.
- Kristen Sindelar
A central Nebraska woman turned her love of horses into a nonprofit organization, Heartland Youth Ranch, offering hope and healing for the child and families amidst horse riding sessions, summer camps and a women鈥檚 retreat in the fall.聽
- By Amy Hadachek for Midwest Messenger
Deep in the vast ranching territory in Cherry County in the Nebraska Sandhills, FFA has generated huge enthusiasm at Cody-Kilgore High School.
- By Kyptan Scheideler, Ord FFA Chapter reporter
The Ord FFA Chapter has been very busy this past year. Two Ord FFA members traveled to Chadron for Range Camp on June 9-12: Elizabeth Skibinski and Kyptan Scheideler. The week was packed with lots of activities and learning experiences. Students were placed in groups called 鈥淐rews鈥 that comp…
- By Atlie Andersen, Adams Central FFA Chapter reporter
The Adams Central FFA Chapter has had an exciting and successful year, highlighted by strong performances, leadership growth and meaningful community involvement. From competitions to conventions, members have represented their chapter with pride and dedication.
- By Maren DeJonge, HTRS FFA Chapter advisor
Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer (HTRS) FFA has had an outstanding year of competition and achievement across multiple events. The chapter competed in Land Judging, Livestock Judging, Career Development Events (CDEs) and Leadership Development Events (LDEs), showcasing the diverse talents and d…
- By Kameron Jutten of Palisade, Neb.
"Branding is not the most exciting job, but it goes a lot better when you have a few friends helping push calves."
- By Amy Kohtz, EMF FFA co-advisor
The 2025鈥2026 school year brought exciting changes for the Exeter-Milligan-Friend (EMF) FFA Chapter. While our chapter has been a cooperative since the 2017鈥2018 school year, this marks the first year all students have been under one roof. Exeter-Milligan Public Schools and Friend Public Sch…
- By Jace Peschong, Crete FFA Chapter reporter
The Crete FFA Chapter has had a successful and well-rounded year filled with leadership development, competitive achievements and community service. With approximately 60 active members, the chapter continues to stay involved through competitions, events and volunteer efforts throughout the year.
- Kristen Sindelar
Despite all his 鈥渋rons in the fire,鈥 UNL student and entrepreneur Nathan Rippe has started a new metal project. He wants to help FFA and ag students prepare for their future.
- By Tiffaney Palmer, Neligh-Oakdale FFA Chapter advisor, and Samantha Hart, Neligh-Oakdale FFA Chapter reporter
The Neligh-Oakdale FFA Chapter serves approximately 55 active members in grades 7鈥12 in Antelope County and is continuing to build momentum through a strong focus on student involvement, retention and achievement.
- By Carmen Malena, Leigh FFA Chapter president
The Leigh FFA Chapter continues to build a strong tradition of success through leadership, teamwork, and community involvement. With 55 active members, the chapter has made a significant impact both in competition and within the local community.
The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health, in partnership with Nebraska Extension, has announced the dates for its annual tractor and equipment safety training courses. The training will be off…
- By Katie Nolles Smith, Stuart Public Schools agriculture education teacher and FFA co-advisor
Established in 1999, the Stuart FFA Chapter seeks to serve students in all three components of agriculture education: classroom, SAE (Supervised Agriculture Experience) and FFA. In the 2025-2026 school year, the chapter has 24 high school members.
- By Monica Dimas, Hayes Center FFA Chapter reporter, and Ellie Chitwood, Hayes Center agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor
The Hayes Center FFA Chapter has had a busy and successful year filled with competitions, leadership opportunities and community involvement. The year began with the officer retreat in Kearney, Nebraska, where the officer team planned chapter activities, set meeting dates and prepared for th…
- By McKenna Darby, Franklin FFA Chapter advisor
Located in the heart of Franklin, the local FFA chapter continues to grow not only plants and livestock but also the next generation of leaders. With a strong focus on agricultural education, hands-on experience and community involvement, members are making a meaningful impact both inside an…
- By Jalee Lewandowski, Centura FFA Chapter reporter
The Centura FFA Chapter has had a fun and successful year so far. From interviews to contests to FFA Week, it has been busy.