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Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame Inductees

2026 Muscatine County: Kathy Smith

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:53 PM by Anna Egan

For nearly five decades, Kathy Smith has dedicated her life to developing young people through 4-H and the horse industry....

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2026 Montgomery County: Jane Waltz

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:53 PM by Anna Egan

Jane’s Waltz’s lifelong connection to 4-H began in Story County, Iowa, where she was an active member of the Slater...

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2026 Monroe County: Carl & Lois Kendall

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:52 PM by Anna Egan

Carl and Lois Kendall have dedicated decades of service, leadership, and support to the Monroe County 4-H program, leaving a...

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2026 Monona County: Brenda Wimmer

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:52 PM by Anna Egan

Brenda's lifelong commitment to service has been shaped by her dedication to 4-H, nursing, education, and her community. Although she...

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2026 Mitchell County: Don & Marylou Ahrens

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:44 PM by Anna Egan

For three generations, Don and Marylou have made 4-H a cornerstone of their family’s life. Both joined 4-H at age...

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2026 Mills County: Barbara Mass

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:42 PM by Anna Egan

Barb Mass was born and raised a “big city” girl in Kansas City, Missouri, but became an “Iowa girl” after...

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2026 Marshall County: Colene Ferrin

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:41 PM by Anna Egan

Colene Ferrin has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to the youth of Marshall County through years of dedicated volunteer service and...

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2026 Marion County: Larry Cummings

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:41 PM by Anna Egan

Larry Cummings’ lifelong dedication to agriculture, youth, and community service has made a lasting impact on countless individuals throughout Marion...

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2026 Mahaska County: Randy DeHeer

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:40 PM by Anna Egan

For more than 61 years, Randy DeHeer has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to 4-H, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach,...

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2026 Madison County: Sara Hawk

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 1:39 PM by Anna Egan

Since becoming a 4-H leader in 2020, Sara Hawk has made an incredible impact on the youth and families of...

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