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Bureau County 4-Hers shine at local public speaking contest

4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The 4-H Public Presentation Contest held on Monday, March 14th showcased the talents of Bureau County 4-H members in categories of formal, illustrated, and original works.

Participants selected for state will have the opportunity to compete on Saturday, April 30th at Parkland Community College, Champaign.  Those advancing from Bureau County are Josie Edlefson; Formal Speech, Haven Pierson; Formal Speech, and the team of Elizabeth Jones and Haven Pierson; Original Works.  Awards winners were Josie Edlefson; HCE Award, Haven Pierson; Cattlemen’s Award, and Katrina Wahl; Federation Award. 

The Mission of University of Illinois Extension is to provide practical education you can trust to help people, businesses and communities solve problems, develop skills and build a better future. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. 

If you have questions or need more information, please call University of Illinois Extension- Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit Office at 815-875-2878. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please indicate when registering or contact the Extension office. Extension offices are located in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and in Oglesby on the IVCC campus.

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