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Commission recognizes local 4-H competitors who advanced to national contests, credits county funding
Summary
The commission honored three 4-H students who advanced to national poultry competitions and noted the county's $4,000 support for registration fees; staff said participants won scholarships and engaged in industry-level research and internships.
The commission paused its agenda to recognize work by the county extension office and local 4-H members. Chair Sharon introduced Ashley (county extension agent) and Elena (4-H coordinator), who presented three students — Emma, Ava Mullins and Sophia Gibbs — who competed in state poultry contests and advanced to nationals in Louisville, winning $1,000 scholarships to Auburn University.
Elena credited the county's $4,000 contribution last year, which paid contest registration fees and helped students attend national events and an international industry expo in Atlanta. Commissioner remarks emphasized workforce and skills benefits, saying participation in 4-H and FFA builds work ethic and career pathways in agriculture and related industries.
A brief photo opportunity followed; commissioners praised the students and told them the county appreciated supporting youth programs that build workforce skills.
