District of Year award to Lincoln Co.

The Lincoln County Conservation District received the Northeast Area Conservation District of the Year award last week at the group's annual meeting.

The Lincoln County district was recognized for its commitment of service to the landowners and operators of Lincoln County. The district continues to set an example in its efforts to fill whatever role is needed in order to conserve natural resources and assist the cooperators of the district.

The district has been very active in a number of areas, including conservation planning, sage grouse habitat conservation, well monitoring, water quality,...