Posted in: washington
Posted on
08/22/2022
at 12:29 PM
The 4-H program is special and unique because it allows a family to try new things together. The Bill and Mickey Blum family took full advantage of this when their girls, Ruchel and Leslie, wanted to try out the rabbit project area. Despite their first fair with their rabbits stalled...
Posted on
08/23/2021
at 5:35 PM
A familiar and beloved face on the fairgrounds is Kevin Hora. 4-Her’s have been known to comment, “He’s on the tractor again!” when Kevin Hora drives by during fair week. His commitment to 4-H is undeniable, starting with the strong and long-lasting family tradition of 4-H members. Hora’s father was...
Posted on
08/23/2020
at 12:00 PM
As staples to the Washington County Fair sheep project, Dave Birney and Duane Sprouse can typically be found in the sheep barn or in the Extension office mulling over show orders during fair week. Both have served as sheep project superintendents for 48 years; they’ve seen it all and continue...
Posted on
08/19/2019
at 2:26 PM
When Shirley Pfeiffer, 90, joined Emmet County 4-H as a high schooler, she had no inkling she was beginning a lifelong relationship. Her 4-H career began when her mother agreed to become leader of a girls’ club. Now, some 75 years later, the longtime Washington County resident continues to serve...
Posted on
08/30/2018
at 7:38 PM
Nancy Schmidt’s involvement with 4-H began as a member of the Cinderellas 4-H Club in Washington County. It was there she learned to set goals and work to reach them, skills that served her well throughout her career. Her project areas in 4-H prompted her to go into Home Economics...
Posted on
08/28/2017
at 9:22 AM
Keith and Sara Murphy have a beautiful 4-H love story. They have been married 57 years and it all started while dating when they were 4-Hers in Washington County. They both participated in the weeklong county exchange program to Mackinaw Island in Michigan and that seemed to seal the deal...
Posted on
08/26/2016
at 9:52 AM
Jim and Louella Schneider carry on a strong family tradition of 4-H. Jim grew up as a Riverside Rambler 4-H member in Washington County. He has been a 4-H leader of the Ramblers since 1976 taking over the reins from his brother, John, who took over from their dad, Elmer....
Posted on
08/24/2015
at 4:26 PM
Harold and Shirley Bohr have been involved with 4-H and the Washington County Fair for a number of years in a multitude of ways. Harold passed away in 2014 and Shirley has stepped down from some of her organizational duties. Their smiles, cheerful ways, and helping hands have made 4-H...
Posted on
08/09/2013
at 9:07 AM
Jim Frier’s involvement with 4-H began as a 4-H’er in Grundy County. He showed Berkshire hogs and fed cattle. He was on the Livestock Judging Team for three years and his last year earned 2nd high honors in the state. He attended ISU and was a 4-H summer trainee in...
Posted on
07/19/2012
at 9:15 AM
Nancy Adrian grew up in Washington County as a 4-H member. Her long 4-H experience started as many do – she was first a 4-H member. She was active at the county level as a member of county council. She participated at many State Fair communication events and also State...
Posted on
08/19/2011
at 11:50 AM
When you add their years of service together, Gale Whitacre and Harold Wylie have been leaders of the Washington County Horse and Pony Club for 64 years. That is ironic when you learn between the two of them they only have one year of experience as 4-Hers themselves. During their...
Posted on
04/21/2011
at 10:58 AM
Pat Greiner of Keota, Iowa has been actively involved with Washington County 4-H and Fair for 35 years. Growing up there were no 4-H clubs in Pat’s area so he wasn’t able to have the 4-H experience as a child, but as an adult he has been very actively involved....
Posted on
04/19/2011
at 12:12 PM
As a youth Donald “Donnie” Davison was not able to be in 4-H. It was during the war and times were tough. However, as a young man he was contacted by a lady to see if he would be a leader for a struggling 4-H club. That was the beginning...
Posted on
04/15/2011
at 11:09 AM
As a young girl growing up, Marie can remember several things she was taught while in 4-H. Marie started as a 4-H Club Leader in the sixties in Jackson Township in Washington County, which she continued for several years. She later became the photography project leader as the project became...
Posted on
04/07/2011
at 11:18 AM
Robert L. Spenner, Sr. has been an active member of Washington County 4-H since 1945. He has been a member, club leader, chaperone, host family for the Japanese Exchange Program, served on the Extension Council and on the sheep committee for the fair. Robert was a member of the Cedar...
Posted on
04/05/2011
at 11:52 AM
Elmer was a 4-H leader for 20 years. He received the Honorary 4-H Member award in 1974. He has eight children who have shown over 216 beef cattle, as well as sheep, chickens, rabbits, swine, and non-livestock projects. Twenty-one of his 22 grandchildren have shown in 4-H and are still...
Posted on
03/31/2011
at 1:30 PM
In 1957, Mike was asked to be the secretary/treasurer of the Washington County Fair Board. He has continued to be active in the Washington County Fair for 48 years. After serving as secretary/treasurer, he became fair manager and continues to serve in that role. Mike has seen a lot of...
Posted on
03/31/2011
at 10:42 AM
Washington County is proud to recognize Howard and Shirley for their many years of outstanding support and dedication to the county 4-H program. Howard’s Contributions: *4-H leader of the Limecreek Livewires for 48 years (was a member of the club from 12 years of age and was in the club...
Posted on
03/29/2011
at 11:13 AM
Gary Murphy served as an educator for 34 years: 7 years as a teacher and 27 years as an elementary school principal. He loves having fun with children. He helped plan annual reading reward days that included a petting zoo, a tent circus in the gymnasium, beach day, and carnivals....
Posted on
03/29/2011
at 10:38 AM
Esther Birney has been a long time supporter and volunteer for the 4-H program both in Washington County and on the state level. She was the leader of the Iowa Maidens 4-H Club for 12 years. Following her retirement as club leader, Esther continued her involvement with 4-H as superintendent...
