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Riley County fair raises more than $123,000 for 4‑H youth projects, extension office reports
Summary
Riley County Extension reported the county fair had 289 judged entries and 230 local exhibitors; a premium auction generated more than $123,000 in donations to support 4‑H youth participants.
Daniel Scoois of Riley County K‑State Extension told commissioners Aug. 20 that the county fair was a success and an important educational event for youth development. He reported 289 judged entries, 230 local exhibitors and noted the fair is a major hands‑on education opportunity for young people. "We had 289 entries judged this year ... and this year we had 230 exhibitors from Riley County," Scoois said.
Scoois highlighted the premium auction for youth livestock and food projects, saying local individuals and entities donated more than $123,000 to support 4‑H participants in the premium sale. He also noted the county posted a job opening for a 4‑H youth-development agent with applications due Sept. 10 and encouraged commissioners to share the posting with prospective candidates.
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