“Making the best better” for generations of Missouri 4-H’ers, Wayne and Sally Minnick, formerly of Jamesport, were inducted into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame on Aug. 19 at State Fair Community College in Sedalia.
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They were among 46 inductees from 37 counties establishing a legacy totaling 1,085 years of service to 4-H. More than 300 family members and friends attended the 11th annual event.
Wayne and Sally Minnick have served the Daviess County 4-H program for more than 25 years. Sally was a club leader for the Jamesport Brushy Squirrels 4-H Club, a 4-H council member and a project leader. Wayne was a project leader and member of the Jamesport Fair Board. Wayne and Sally generously support the Daviess County Rookie of the Year Award and the Randy Minnick Memorial Award, which is presented to an outstanding first-year 4-H member showing livestock. This year, they dedicated the new swine show ring on the state fairgrounds in honor of their late son, Randy.
The Missouri 4-H Foundation recognizes individuals who have created a legacy of service to 4-H by honoring them with membership in the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame, said Rachel Augustine, Missouri 4-H Foundation director.
“These volunteers have played a vital role in helping our youth develop essential life skills that will empower them to become strong leaders in the 21st-century workforce,” she said. “We are proud to honor their legacy of service to Missouri 4-H.”
The annual event is sponsored by FCS Financial and the Missouri State Fair in partnership with the Missouri 4-H Foundation.
“Our University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth faculty and staff work in partnership with our volunteers to see that they have the support needed to empower youth to succeed as future leaders,” said Dr. Alison Copeland, interim director of the MU Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development. “Dedicated faculty and staff, committed volunteers, and spirited 4-H’ers will continue to learn and grow together to help our youth and communities thrive.”