Elbert County commissioners celebrate 4‑H achievements, proclaim National 4‑H Week

Sep 23, 2026

County extension staff and a slate of 4‑H youth highlighted livestock, robotics and leadership achievements; the board issued a proclamation recognizing National 4‑H Week, Oct. 4–10, 2026, and urged families to complete a fairgrounds survey.

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Laurie Denson, Elbert County 4‑H coordinator, told the Board of County Commissioners on Sept. 23 that the county saw broad youth participation this year, including 376 members ages 8–18, 34 cloverbuds for ages 5–7 and 97 volunteers in program delivery. "Our extension office is really grateful for the 4‑H families, our 4‑H volunteers ... and to you, our Board of County Commissioners, for your support," Denson said.

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