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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1982
Page
20
Monty Dyer and Michele Bealmer report 4-H members cleaning weeds and brush along a bridge near Centropolis. Led by Roberta Compton, the group used tractors and tools to clear hazards, slow traffic, and improve safety for pedestrians and families.
Laura Read and teammates Sue Pack Eric Anderson Janea Soper and others compete in four district contests across Emporia Garnett Ottawa Gardner earning multiple top placings. Eddie Lee Johnny Lee Kim Towner lead seniors while juniors achieve ribbons and a 13th state finish.
The Trail Blazers 4-H Club lists unusual projects from clowning to entomology and common crafts like cooking and sewing. Members describe monthly meetings, demonstrations, and special events including a family pot luck, a Christmas parade float, and a Royals game. County Club Days, fair judging, and blue ribbons highlight the year with Trent Lancaster named Mr 4-H and Connie Frank elected president for next year.
In 1982, 13 Franklin County 4-H entomology youths ages 8 to 15 explored insect identification, collection, and display. They pursued introductory to advanced phases, learned nets and killing jars, held monthly meetings, and enjoyed a summer field trip. some visited KU Snow Museum collections. Bee Science may join entomology in 1983.
Rambling Ranchers 4-H reports 100 percent participation in chorus at county club days with many performers and awards. Members advanced to regionals earning purple and blue ribbons, then enjoyed a club trip to Ice Capades. Upcoming activities include the fair, potluck, swimming party, Halloween event, and monthly meetings as they continue 4-H work and fun.
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