Tag: Norman County 4H

4H Livestock Shows underway

Throughout the fair, students in FFA and 4H have been showing off their animals in livestock competitions. For many who didn’t grow up in agriculture however, they might not know what exactly is going on when kids are in the arena. Pig, and Cattle show participant Carley Sip walks us through a typical competition day,…
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June 20, 2025 0

4H more than just Agriculture 

Over the last two days R&J Broadcasting has been talking with Norman County 4H members about their fair projects, and 4H as a whole. There can often be stigma surrounding 4H, and many believe that it is strictly an agricultural organization. Bryn Jacobson of Norman County says this couldn’t be farther from the truth, and…
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June 19, 2025 0

Norman County 4Hers ready for another year of the fair 

The Norman County Fair begins today, and 4Hers across the county will be coming together for 4 days full of fun and hard work. Hadley Abentroth has been in 4H since she was a clover bud back in early elementary school, and she talks more about being able to be a part of the fair…
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June 18, 2025 0

Hegne Hustlers leader celebrating 40th year in organization 

4H Exhibits are pinnacle at every area county fair, and a face that’s been persistent at the Norman County Fair over the last 40 years is Mary Ann Bell of the Hegne Hustlers 4H Club. Bell talks more about her 40 years in the club, and the unique experiences it has offered.  The Hegne Hustlers…
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June 14, 2025 0

Hegne Hustlers 4H Club celebrating 90 years 

The Hegne Husters 4H will be celebrating their 90 year anniversary during the Norman County Fair next week. Mary Ann Bell has been involved with the Hegne Hustlers for over 40 years, and she is always one to promote the many opportunities that 4H offers to area youth. Bell tells us more about these opportunities,…
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June 11, 2025 0

Norman County 4H gearing up for the Norman County Fair 

The Norman County Fair is just over a week away, and one group that’s been getting ready for it is Norman County 4H. Norman County 4H Extension Educator Linda Houglum says her 4Hers have been hard at work, getting ready for one of the most exciting times of the year.  Houglum also gives a preview…
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June 10, 2025 0

Norman County 4H Project Day is Friday

June is here, and that means it’s fair season for Norman County 4H. While June is already a very busy month for Norman County 4H, Extension Educator Linda Houglum says they will be holding a new event on Friday to help kids prepare projects for the fair.  Houglum also previewed the rest of the month…
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June 3, 2025 0

4H Animal Deadline Fast Approaching 

The Norman County Fair is just one month away, and if you’re a 4Her who is planning to show animals, the Animal ID deadline is fast approaching. Norman County 4H extension educator Linda Houglum tells us more.  Again, the ID Deadline is Thursday, May 15. People with questions should contact Linda Houglum of Norman County…
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May 13, 2025 0