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On The Radio! Talking Turkey – Thanksgiving Food Safetly

The UW educators take to the airwaves, appearing on the local radio stations, sharing many of the good resources that Extension Lincoln County provides. Don’t worry if you missed us! You can listen to the WJJQ radio spot online: WJJQ News Podcasts Look under “Morning Conversations” for UW Extension. When you think “Thanksgiving”, what comes […]

Resources for Lincoln County Residents During the COVID-19 Emergency

Extension Lincoln County has put together a page of resources to help during the COVID-19 emergency: Being Calm and Prepared for COVID-19 This webpage has resources to help with the financial, physical, emotional, and social implications of the current health crisis and is updated regularly as the situation evolves. We need to work together to […]

Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) – In-Person Training and Test Scheduled Feb. 15

Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) In-Person Training and Test Feb 15, 2022 Lincoln County Service Center Cost: $30 Base training fee/PAT manual $10 In-person training fee 1. You must purchase the base training fee with manual (book). This is $30.00. It is available online from the PAT store or from the Lincoln County Extension offices. 2. […]

4-H Express: December ’21-January ’22 Newsletter

Keep up with all the things that Lincoln County 4-H is doing! Read the most recent 4-H Newsletter here: December ’21 – January ’22 Or if you would rather just skip to the article you are interested in: Page 1 Welcome and 4-H Resources Page 2 -3 Continuing Leader Training – Become a better leader! […]

4-H Enrollment Is Now Open!

Enrollment for the 2021-2022 4-H year is now open. For more information: 4-H Enrollment Information Click Flyer to Enlarge.

Summary of the 2020 Rural Lincoln County Broadband Survey

In late 2020, Lincoln County-Extension, in collaboration with Lincoln County, conducted a survey of property owners in the unincorporated portions of the County to determine high speed internet availability and demand within the County. The community anecdotally understood that there was limited access to broadband outside of the County’s incorporated cities of Merrill and Tomahawk, […]

Small Talks & Parent Pact: Talking to Your Kids about Important Issues and Family Expectations!

It’s never too early (or too late) to talk to your kids about alcohol use and family expectations! Debbie Mollendorf, Positive Youth Development and Health and Well Being Educator with University of Wisconsin-Extension Lincoln County, provides the following information on the Small Talks and Parent Pact programs. Parents are an important source of information for […]

Grief, loss and new traditions during the holidays

Feelings of grief and loss can be particularly strong around the holidays. The drastic changes to our routine, traditions, and way of life we’ve experienced due to COVID-19 adds another layer to grief and loss. Join us for an interactive, virtual presentation where you’ll learn about common reactions to grief and loss, how to identify […]

We Are All Grieving

As the pandemic continues for a longer period of time, the feelings of loss, isolation, and loneliness are likely to increase as a result of the physical distancing we all need to do. These things overtime can impact both our physical and mental health. One of the most important things we can do is to […]

Safe Preserving Tips in the time of COVID-19

“Whether you are new to canning, returning to canning because of the pandemic, or have always canned the bounty of your harvest, there are certain tips that will help ensure that your time and efforts lead to safe, healthy food for your family”, says Dr. Barbara Ingham, Food Safety Specialist with University of Wisconsin-Madison Division […]

Celebrate Lincoln County 4-H’s Centennial: 100 for 4-H!

A century is 100 years — so why not celebrate the Lincoln County centennial by doing 100 of ANYTHING? Choose something you love to do and do it 100 times to celebrate the Lincoln County 4-H Centennial! Do 100 jumping jacks or sit-ups Walk 100 steps or yards or miles Do 100 acts of kindness […]