Three Whiteside County 4-H members were awarded 4-H Support Fund scholarships in recognition of their commitment to 4-H and its values. All three awardees have been 4-H members from a young age and have participated in various project areas and activities, including livestock, veterinary science, crop sciences, visual arts, natural resources, child development, 4-H Federation, and two serve as 4-H camp counselors. Gordon Kelm, Support Fund member and 50-year 4-H volunteer presented the awards to Morrison High School graduating seniors Hannah Zinke, Katie Eggemeyer, and Marissa Folkers at the school’s honors presentation on May 10. For more information about 4-H, contact the Whiteside Extension Office at 815-632-3611.
Picture: L to R- Hannah Zinke, Gordon Kelm, Katie Eggemeyer and Marissa Folkers
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