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2009 4-H Awards
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
Story County 4-H’ers and volunteers were recognized for their accomplishments during the Story County 4-H Awards Program held at Gates Hall on Sunday, October 25. Read more to see a list of those who were recognized and photos from the celebration!

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Cloverland 2009
(Posted on 10/13/2009)
Families enjoyed 4-H Cloverland on Sunday, October 4 at the ISU Extension – Story County office.

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New 4-H Year- Come see what it's all about!
(Posted on 9/21/2009)
The new 4-H year has started and now is a great time for families to get started with a 4-H club in their area.

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Story County 4-H Newsletters
(Posted on 3/31/2009)
Get up-to-date on your 4-H news by reading current and past issues of the Story County 4-H Newsletter.

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4-H Makes a Positive Difference for Youth
(Posted on 3/13/2009)
Iowa 4-H research proves 4-H helps youth learn citizenship, leadership and communications skills. A national youth study from Tuft’s University shows young people who participate in 4-H achieve higher grades, are more likely to go to college, and are less likely to engage in risky behaviors like drinking and smoking than those who don’t participate in 4-H.

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New 4-H Opportunity: Animal-Assisted Therapy
(Posted on 2/27/2009)
Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Do you think you and your dog would make good partners? Story County Extension is offering a new program to 4-H'ers and youth interested in joining this 4-H club. It is called Animal-Assisted Therapy and we would be introducing a new way to help people in nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and libraries with your dog at your side!

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2009 Communication Contest Winners
(Posted on 2/23/2009)
Story County 4-H’ers participated in the Story County 4-H Communication Contest March 27 and 28.

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Clover Kids Newsletters
(Posted on 8/30/2008)
What kinds of new and exciting things can Clover Kids explore and learn about? There are so many fun things to do in these clubs for kids in kindergarten through third grade!

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Talk to Your Teen about Driving
(Posted on 3/24/2007)
One year before your teenager is ready to get their permit, sit down and talk about the major points of driving. Use these strategies to help prepare future drivers.

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4-H Foundation Board -- 4-H Pathway to the Future
(Posted on 4/7/2005)
The Story County 4-H Foundation is building a 4-H Pathway to the Future. Purchase one or more bricks to be permanently installed in a pathway at the fairgrounds.

News from Iowa State University Extension

2009 State 4-H Project Award Winners Announced
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Fifty-one Iowa 4-H'ers have earned state 4-H project awards. News stories are available about the individual 4-H'ers, listed by county.
Iowa 4-H Recognizes Monsanto Support for Volunteers
(Posted on 10/22/2009)
Dave TierneyInterviewing 103 teenage 4-H members applying for state project awards takes time and dedicated adult volunteers. ISU Extension noted Monsanto's help with this round of interviews as well as ongoing support of 4-H volunteer training.
Operation: Military Kids Supports Children Affected by Deployment
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Operation: Military KidsAnother 3,500 Iowa National Guard Soldiers will be deployed for duty in Afghanistan in fall 2010. Iowa children who will have family members deploying can get help from Operation: Military Kids.
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Deadline Is Nov. 2
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
There’s still time for Iowa youth to apply for the 2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. The application deadline is Nov. 2 for these awards that recognize young volunteers.
Iowa 4-H Foundation Announces Winner of 2009 Toyota “Clover” Corolla
(Posted on 10/9/2009)
Craig Griffieon of Ankeny has won the 2009 Toyota “Clover” Corolla in the second annual Iowa 4-H Vehicle Raffle. The drawing was held Oct 9 over the noon hour on WHO Radio’s The Big Show to culminate National 4-H Week.
Iowa 4-H Announces State Horse Judging Contest Winners
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
The Madison County 4-H Horse Judging team placed first among five senior teams at the 2009 Iowa 4-H State Horse Judging Contest Oct. 3. Other placings went to teams from Clinton, Buena Vista, Howard and Madison counties.
4-H’er Is Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Devin De Weerd, an Iowa State University student and Sioux County 4-H’er, received the Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader Award from the Wellness Council of Iowa in partnership with the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition, and the Academy for a Healthy Iowa.

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Staff

Annette Brown-Youth Development Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 432-3882
Fax: (515) 432-3883
Email: annbrown@iastate.edu

Mary Wilkins-County 4-H Youth Coordinator
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email: mwilkins@iastate.edu

Eldon Bensen-Youth Program Assistant
Phone: 515-382-6551
Fax: 515-382-2696
Email: ebensen@iastate.edu

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