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Three people pose for a photo at a 4-H awards event, with the center person holding an award plaque. The group stands in front of a backdrop featuring green 4-H logos.

Union County 4-H Agent Recognized with Six Awards at State Conference

Autumn Baucom, 4-H Youth Development Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension, Union County, was recognized for multiple accomplishments during the 2026 North Carolina Association of Extension 4-H Youth…

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Connecting Union County Youth to Workforce Opportunities Through a Recent Trip to Cotton Incorporated

A summer internship at the Union County Agricultural Center gave rising Parkwood High School senior Avery the opportunity to explore her interest in the textile industry beyond the classroom. Avery…

Graphic promoting the Super Sitter Summer Bootcamp for youth ages 12–15, featuring teens practicing childcare skills with a baby doll during a hands-on babysitting training activity.

Union County Youth Invited to Attend Super Sitter Summer Bootcamp

Union County youth ages 12–15 are invited to participate in the Super Sitter Summer Bootcamp, a free, hands-on training designed to help young people develop valuable childcare, leadership, and…

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From Union County to Washington, D.C.: One 4-H’er’s Journey from Local Art to a National Stage

The 4-H pledge is often one of the first things new 4-H’ers learn when they join: “I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service, and my health to…

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Union County 4-H 2026 Summer Fun

Union County 4-H Summer Fun 2026 Union County 4-H is excited to offer another summer of high-quality, hands-on learning opportunities for youth across our community. Summer Fun 2026 is designed to be…

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Why 4-H’ers Should Complete the North Carolina 4-H Achievement Plan

Each winter, Union County 4-H youth are asked to look back over the past year, to think about what they’ve done, learned, and experienced. Reflection is one of the most valuable life skills we can…

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Local 4-Her Earns State and National Honors in One Week

Some weeks change everything. For Aubrey Mekus, a Union County 4-H’er, that week was July 21 to July 25. While 4-H Congress is always a celebration for teens across North Carolina, Aubrey experienced…

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What Makes 4-H Different From School Clubs or Sports?

Choosing the right activity for your child is no easy decision. Sports teach teamwork. School clubs build routines. Arts and music foster self-expression. But what if there was one program that could…

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4-H in the Schools: Expanding Learning Beyond the Classroom

4-H in the Schools: Expanding Learning Beyond the Classroom Union County 4-H in the Schools is growing in exciting ways, extending learning beyond the classroom and into real-world applications. In…

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Union County 4-H Senior Poultry Judging Team Shines at Nationals

Union County 4-H Poultry Judging Team Excels at NationalsUnion County 4-H proudly celebrates the achievements of its Senior Poultry Judging Team from the Union Academy 4-H Club. This team competed at…