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Local News

Fayette County Sheep & Meat Goat Weigh-in Held
(Posted on 5/9/2008)
The Fayette County Sheep and Meat Goat Weigh-in was held on Saturday, May 3 at the fairgrounds.

West Central 4th Graders Visit NICC Dairy Center
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
4th grade students from West Central Community School in Maynard recently visited the NICC Dairy Center in Calmar where they participated in Iowa's Dairy Story.

4-H Basketball Tournament Results
(Posted on 3/31/2008)
The annual 4-H Basketball Tournament was held on Sunday, March 30 at the Upper Iowa Rec Center.

Livewires Toy Drive
(Posted on 3/31/2008)
Members of the Livewires Junior Council sponsored a toy drive with all good used games, toys and books being donated to the Kim Conrad Counseling Services, which has offices in both Waucoma and Oelwein.

Clover Kids Project Workshop
(Posted on 3/31/2008)
Members of the Livewires Junior Council hosted a Clover Kids Project Workshop on Saturday, March 29 for Fayette County Clover Kids and friends.

Fayette County Swine Weigh-in Held
(Posted on 3/31/2008)
290 pigs were weighed in by 36 Fayette County 4-H and FFA members at the Swine Weigh-in held on Saturday, March 29 at CGB in Fayette.

Fayette County Fair Dates Set for 2008
(Posted on 2/27/2008)
The 155th Fayette County Fair will be July 22-26 in West Union.

2nd Annual Live Broiler Project
(Posted on 2/15/2008)
Plans are underway for the 2nd Annual Live Broiler Project open to Fayette County 4-H and FFA members.

Council Members Visit Stoney Brook Assisted Living
(Posted on 2/12/2008)
Members of the 4-H County Council and Livewires Junior Council visited Stoney Brook Assisted Living in West Union on Saturday, February 9.

News from Iowa State University Extension

4-H Youth Take Challenge to 'Green' Environment
(Posted on 5/6/2008)

Four youth and two adult delegates return from the National 4-H Youth Conference inspired by their experiences and eager to share them with others and use them to enhance the Iowa 4-H program.

2008 ISU Students of Distinction link their excellence to 4-H experiences
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Two 4-H alumni are the recipients of the 2008 Iowa State University Students of Distinction awards and acknowledge their 4-H backgrounds as instrumental in developing the skills that have helped them succeed.

4-H Horse Jamboree Winners Announced
(Posted on 4/30/2008)
Almost 300 Iowa 4-H'ers competed in the 10th annual 4-H Youth Horse Jamboree April 12-13 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

4-H’ers Say Clubs Build Communication, Citizenship, Leadership Skills
(Posted on 4/30/2008)

To find out how 4-H clubs improve youths’ communication, citizenship and leadership skills, ISU Extension surveyed 466 randomly selected 4-H club members.

Apply Now for New 4-H Equine Science Scholarship to Ellsworth Community College
(Posted on 4/29/2008)
Current and former 4-H’ers are eligible for a new $750 Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarship. Application deadline is May 16.

2008 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference to “Ignite the Flame” in Youth
(Posted on 4/23/2008)
Iowa 4-H Youth Conference planners work to draw and inspire youth across Iowa during the annual event slated June 24-26 this year.

ISU Extension Book Receives Arbor Day Foundation Award
(Posted on 4/21/2008)
“The Forest Where Ashley Lives,” a children’s book published by Iowa State University Extension, has received an Education Award from this nonprofit education and conservation organization.

Iowa 4-H Center offers numerous opportunities for teen campers
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Iowa 4-H Center markets to teenagers by offering various opportunities for high school aged campers.

ISU Extension Audio: Interviews for the Week of April 14
(Posted on 4/16/2008)
Listen to an interview with a NASA specialist about living your dreams, as well as interviews about farmers’ corn planting intentions, the Clay County Fair, options for gardeners and more.

Staff

Michele Kelly-County 4-H Coordinator
Phone: 563-425-3331
Fax: 563-425-3339
Email: kellymd@iastate.edu

Barb Sauser-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: 563-245-1451
Fax: 563-245-1455
Email: sauser@iastate.edu

Fayette County Extension