Wilson County 4-H NC

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

I apologize, but due to low participation, the fashion show has been cancelled. The late notice is totally my (Kenyatta) fault and I sincerely apologize. WE WILL RESCHEDULE!!

05/21/2026

Don’t forget to sign up today! We still have spots left in most camps 🍀💚

Summer Fun is HERE!!
Please see our brochure athttps://eit-wagpress-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/media/documents/Wilson_County_4-H_8.pdf for full listings and policies. Registration begins tomorrow!

05/20/2026

📸 Get your cameras ready! Entries for the 2026 Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest are now open!

This annual competition encourages NC 4-H youth and adult photographers to showcase their creativity, practice photography skills and capture meaningful moments through the camera lens.

Participants can enter photos in the following categories:
🍀 4-H in Action
🌄 Nature’s Beauty
🐾 Animals
⚫ Black and White

All entries must be submitted by August 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Participants should review the contest rules, category requirements, judging information and submission guidelines before entering.

Learn more: nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth/4-h-photo-contest

05/19/2026

This weekend we had 2 cooking teams compete at the State 4-H Dinah Gore Healthy Food Challenge during the Got to Be NC Festival! We are incredibly proud of these youth who have spent months practicing not only their cooking skills, but also their presentation and communication skills.

We are especially proud of the teamwork, confidence, and friendships built through this program!

Our 8–10 year old team placed 4th with the secret ingredient of blackberries in the dessert category.
Our 14–18 year old team earned silver with the secret ingredient of eggs in the appetizer category.

Congratulations to all of our participants for their hard work and dedication!

If you are interested in joining next year’s team, contact us for more information!

05/15/2026

The end of the school year means life cycle programs are in full swing! Today, our last batch of chicks was picked up (shoutout to Sophie for all her help), and our butterflies should finish emerging next week. A huge thank you to all of our teachers (like Ms. Lane!) and administrators for participating and helping us bring these programs into the classroom. This spring, we were able to provide butterfly and embryology programs in 70 classrooms!

05/12/2026

As the school year come to an end we are celebrating our 2026 Wilson County 4-H Scholarship Recipients!

We are so exciting as we announce this year’s scholarship winners! These five young leaders represent the very best of Wilson County 4-H, showing us all what it means to lead with "Head, Heart, Hands, and Health."

Eli Kicklighter (Hunt High School, 11th grade)
Nahunta Feed Supply Scholarship, Wilson Co. Young Farmers , & Walter Earle Scholarship
Eli’s 12-year 4-H journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From serving as County President to earning state medals in everything from Animal Science to Photography, he has left a lasting mark on our program. As stated, Eli possesses a "level of maturity, drive, and leadership far beyond his years." He eventually plans to attend NC State University to study Engineering. We can’t wait to see what he does next!

Logan Ballance (Wilson Christian Academy, 12th grade)
Wilson Co. Young Farmers Scholarship & Connie Jernigan Scholarship
A true pillar of our community, Logan has served as County Council President and shown excellence in the show ring and the classroom. Described as a lady with a "kind heart and sweet spirit," Logan’s dedication earned her the prestigious WRAL Extra Effort Award. She plans to pursue a degree in Agribusiness at NC State , continuing her commitment to the industry she loves.

Kate Hinnant (Wilson Early College Academy, 11th grade)
Wilson Co. Young Farmers Scholarship& Gov. & Mrs. Hunt Scholarship
Kate has spent a decade serving others, most recently as our Wilson County 4-H Secretary. Her nominators describe her as the "kindest, most caring, and hardworking student," qualities she brings to both her 4-H projects and her studies at Wilson Early College Academy. Kate excels at academics and will continue her journey at Wilson Community College as she works toward her future career goals.

Alyson Sharp (Southern Nash High School, 12th grade)
Mark Batts Memorial Scholarship
Alyson’s 10 years in 4-H have been defined by service and a "get-it-done" attitude. Whether she’s leading the Rock Ridge 4-H Club or working at Deans Farm Market, her "genuine passion for agriculture and community service" shines through. She plans to attend NCSU in the fall. Alyson is determined to be a leader for women in the Agriculture Industry, and with her work ethic, we know she will succeed!

Savannah Comstock
Ellis & Kathy Williford Scholarship
Savannah is the definition of a well-rounded leader. Between serving as a club officer, captaining her volleyball team, and caring for her livestock, she has developed a "strong work ethic" that sets her apart. Savannah is taking a smart path toward her dream of becoming a Speech Language Pathologist, starting at Wilson Community College before transferring to East Carolina University.

To our winners: You have "Made the Best Better" every single day. Congratulations on these well-deserved honors!

05/08/2026

We see some familiar faces! Congress is a great chance to have new experiences, meet great friends, and spend the week at NCSU. Let us know if you’re interested in attending this summer☀️

05/07/2026

Yesterday, youth received their chicks to begin their Chick Chain project! Chick Chain is a project where youth raise day-old chicks to maturity while learning valuable knowledge and skills in animal care, responsibility, record keeping, and showmanship. Participants will showcase their hard work at the poultry show in November, followed by an auction where the pullets will be sold and proceeds will go back to the youth participants. Participants be sure to drop pictures of your new chicks in the comments (and we'd also love to hear their names)!

04/26/2026

See you for County Council tomorrow, you won’t want to miss this one!