Two new 4-H Ambassadors were inducted at the Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show on Tuesday, July 19. Congratulations to our newest ambassadors, Mikenna Boyd and Ryan Carlson, who will join our returning 4-H Ambassador, Christina Wier.
Christina Wier is an active member of the Steuben Rangers 4-H club. She is the daughter of Jon and Diane Wier of Washburn. Christina is also a member of 4-H Federation. She has enjoyed Cooking and Visual Arts as her favorite project areas. Christina will be off to college to pursue a degree in Violin Performance.
Mikenna Boyd is a member of the PC Progressors 4-H club. She is the daughter of Helen Lenkaitis of Hennepin and attends Putnam County High School. Mikenna is also a member of 4-H Federation. Mikenna enjoys showing her livestock and her Visual Arts projects.
Ryan Carlson is a member of the Henry Guys & Gals 4-H club. He is the son of Gary and Rita Carson of Henry and attends Henry-Senachwine High School. Ryan enjoys working with his beef cattle and his Family Heritage projects.
The Ambassadors plan to work together on community service projects this year. If you would like one or all these Ambassadors to come to your group to speak about 4-H, please contact Anne Scheel at 309 364-2356.
Congratulations to the new and returning Marshall-Putnam 4-H Ambassadors.
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