4-H Newsletter
Seward County - October 2026
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Enrolling in 4-H for 2026-27
4-H Enrollment for 2026 will re-open on October 5th.
County Fair and State Fair checks are here at the office
Did you know that you earn premiums for the projects exhibited at the county fair? Thank you to Seward County Agricultural Society for providing these premiums. You can now stop by the Extension Office to pick up your county and state fair premium checks.
4-H Seward County Senior College Scholarships
This information is intended for Seward County 4-H members graduating high school in 2027.
Seward County 4-H seniors graduating in 2027 are invited to apply for college scholarships through the Seward County 4-H Council and the Seward County 4-H Foundation. Together, these organizations award a significant amount of scholarships each year.
- Senior Scholarship Application (more info coming later) - Due January 5, 2027 with counselor’s signature verifying GPA.
- Interview - Applicants will meet with members of the 4-H Council and Foundation in late January or February to share how 4-H has shaped their growth.
- Enrollment- Students must be enrolled in Seward County 4-H for 2026-2027. Enrollment opens October 5.
- Must have submitted your Achievement Application on October 1st.
Make sure to apply. Annually $7,000 - $10,000 is awarded in total to graduating seniors who complete the application and interview process. Individual awards can range from $500 - $2,500 with all 4-H scholarships combined.
To help with this process, a Scholarship Work Day will be scheduled at the Extension Office. Seniors will have the chance to work on applications, receive feedback, and practice interview skills.
For more information or to schedule individual assistance, contact Ann Dobesh at the Seward County Extension Office.
4-H Council Election
Nominations Open for Seward County 4-H Council Ballot
The Seward County 4-H Council is now accepting nominations for youth and adult members to serve on the 2026-2027 Seward County 4-H Council. Serving on the Council is a great opportunity to help guide countywide 4-H programs and events, represent the interests of 4-H members and families, and develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
Positions Open for Election
Adult Members
- District 1 Representative (two-year term)
- District 2 Representative (two-year term)
- At-Large Representative (one-year term)
Youth Members
- District 1 Representative (two-year term)
- District 4 Representative (two-year term)
- At-Large Representative (one-year term)
How to Nominate
Nominations are due October 1, 2026. Both youth and adults may be nominated by someone else or choose to self-nominate.
Council elections will be held during the Seward County 4-H Achievement Party on November 8, 2026.
For more information about serving on the Seward County 4-H Council, contact the Extension Office.
Livestock Judging Team - Seward County
Livestock judging will be held monthly on every 2nd and 3rd Monday at either the Extension Office or Seward Memorial Library. Contact Andrew Uden for a start date and more information at 308-325-9677.
Ag Literacy Festival - October 6, 2026
The Agricultural Literacy Festival provides an opportunity for youth to take a close-up look at agriculture. This one-day field trip at the Seward County Fairgrounds features interactive stations to help students gain a greater understanding of agriculture and how it impacts their daily lives.
