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Missouri 4-H'ers celebrate summer's best story at the State Fair
SEDALIA, Mo. – The Missouri State Fair offers an opportunity for members to exhibit their skills in the 4-H Building, their showmanship in the livestock arenas and their character through demonstrations. For many, this is a culminating experience that affects youths beyond just the premium and ribbon.
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Angelo tops State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest
SEDALIA, Mo. – Lexi Angelo earned high individual honors at the State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest held Aug. 17 at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.
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4-H College and Career Pathways Conference helps youths find their voices
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension’s 4-H Center for Youth Development welcomed 50 middle- and high-school-aged 4-H’ers at its 22nd annual 4-H College and Career Pathways Conference on the MU campus this July.
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Happy-Go-Lucky 4-H Club memories and memorabilia
A 1930s-era cap and sewing project from a rural youth, paired with a memoir, offer a vivid glimpse into a young woman’s creative beginnings and journey into adulthood.
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Boxes for the Brave: 4-H volunteer event at the Missouri State Fair
On Military Appreciation Day, 4-H members and the public packed care packages for 250 Missouri soldiers stationed overseas.
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Youths demonstrate speaking, presentation, artistic skills at 4-H equine event
Youths showcase public speaking, demonstrations, and artistic skills while sharing equine knowledge at a 4-H event.
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Missouri 4-H'ers elect peers to State 4-H Council
During the 2024 State 4-H Congress, 2024-25 State 4-H Council members were elected by their peers.
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4-H youths travel to Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado for equine careers tour
COLUMBIA, Mo. –Forty youths from across Missouri traveled to Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado to learn more about equine careers May 20-26 on the University of Missouri Extension 4-H Equine Tour, said Maria Calvert, MU Extension state 4-H agriculture educator.
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Clover Classic raises more than $92,000 for Missouri 4-H
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The 14th annual Missouri 4-H Clover Classic Golf Tournament, June 4, raised more than $92,000, setting a new record in the Missouri 4-H Foundation’s history. The tournament, at the A.L. Gustin Golf Course in Columbia, drew participants and supporters from across the state. Co-presenting sponsors were Climate Field View and Great American Insurance-Crop Division.
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Youths compete at 2024 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Missouri youths showcased livestock evaluation skills at the 2024 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest, emphasizing critical thinking and communication.
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Youths compete at 2024 State 4-H Poultry Day
Youths competed in contests like poultry judging, egg demonstrations, and quiz bowls at the 2024 State 4-H Poultry Day.
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Missouri 4-H Foundation awards $95,000 in scholarships
The Missouri 4-H Foundation is awarding 70 scholarships totaling $95,000 to Missouri 4-H youths to help further their educations.
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Missouri 4-H Foundation celebrates 75 years of empowering youth
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H Foundation marks its 75th anniversary this year with plans to highlight impacts from decades of dedication to nurturing young leaders and fostering community development across the state. Celebrations will include recognition of individuals and programs supported by the foundation, as well as opportunities for friends of 4-H to come together, said Rachel Augustine, director of the Missouri 4-H…
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Macon County woman honored with Missouri 4-H volunteer leadership award
Angela Helton is recognized for 25+ years of volunteer service with Macon County 4-H and receives a leadership award.
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Clark County woman honored with Missouri 4-H volunteer leadership award
LaTisha Scott-Snead is honored with the Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award for years of dedication to Clark County youth.
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Missouri 4-H celebrates National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Missouri 4-H honors volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, celebrating their dedication and impact on youth and communities.
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Youths test knowledge at Missouri 4-H Horse Bowl
COLUMBIA, Mo. –The 2024 University of Missouri Extension State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest, April 13 in Columbia, drew 27 youths, along with their coaches. Top junior (ages 8-13) competitors: first, Adalena McAsey, Andrew County team; second, Josie Schulte, Osage County team; third, Dani Jones, Tri-County team; fourth, Guido Giarratana, Tri-County team; fifth, Lola Schmitt, Newton County team, and Lily Rohr, Tri-County team (tie). The top…
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Ignite by 4-H conference in D.C. inspires Missouri 4-H'ers to lead change
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Forty-two Missouri teens recently attended Ignite by 4-H, a four-day conference in Washington, D.C., focused on STEM, agriscience and healthy living. “As challenges in our communities increase, it is essential to consider young people as a driving force in creating new pathways to create solutions,” said Bethany Rippy, University of Missouri Extension youth health and well-being educator.
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States' 4-H International appoints Missouri 4-H alum as board member
COLUMBIA, Mo. – States’ 4-H International, a prominent provider of international student exchange programs, announced the appointment of Missouri 4-H alumna Shea Fitzgerald as a Young Professional Board Member. Missouri 4-H Program Director Lupita Fabregas also serves on the States’ 4-H International Board.
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4-H in NE Missouri: Getting To Know Your County
A youth specialist guides a team through mapping local schools, events, resources and demographics across NE Missouri counties.
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Youths test skills at State 4-H Horse Judging Contest
Youth across Missouri sharpen equine‐judging skills and compete in the State 4-H Horse Judging Contest.
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Adulting 101: Building a foundation for future success
PLATTSBURG, Mo. – In February, MU Extension in Clinton County offered local teens a hands-on preview of basic skills they’ll need to navigate adulthood. During a day off from school, 20 teens, ages 14-18, attended Adulting 101 at the Clinton County Extension Center in Plattsburg. Community members, parents and extension council members had asked for such a program.
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Patterson Family Foundation awards grant for 4-H youth workforce development
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Patterson Family Foundation has awarded funds to Missouri 4-H for a three-year pilot project focusing on youth workforce development, overcoming barriers to higher education and improving financial literacy. The project, which incorporates multiple 4-H programs, targets youths in the rural counties of Harrison, Livingston, Nodaway, Pettis and Vernon.
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New college scholarship for Pike County 4-H'ers
A new endowed scholarship will support Pike County 4-H youth in pursuing higher education, with eligibility for those in 4-H for at least five years.
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MU livestock specialists on new MDA exhibition rules
New exhibition rules issued by the Missouri Department of Agriculture late last year for showing cattle and swine at county fairs and exhibitions go into effect this year. University of Missouri Extension specialists say the changes encourage healthy animals.