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Wirt County Hosts Heart Healthy Lunch and Learn

February is  Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. The good news is, heart disease can often be prevented through healthy choices, exercise, and awareness.

The annual Community Education Outreach Service Heart Healthy Luncheon will be held on  Friday, February 7, 2020, at the Elizabeth United Methodist Church from 12 - 1 p.m. The church is located at  49 Juliana Street, Elizabeth, WV 26143. The luncheon will be held downstairs in the fellowship hall. 

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National Youth Summit on AgriScience

From January 9-12th, six students from Wood and Wirt County travel ed to the National Youth Summit on AgriScience. The youth-foc used conference was held in Chevy Chase, Maryland at the National 4-H Conference Center. The students were Samantha Burns, Brighton Robinson, and Adeline Sims from Wirt County and Wyatt Eaton, Gracie Kent, and Olivia Mullen from Wood County. 

Callie Daugherty, former WVU-Wirt County Extension Service Agent, says, “This conference is a unique experience for youth to experience Washington, D.C. and meet other 4-H’ers from across the Nation. It is a full four-days with activities planned from 7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. each day. Our 4-H’ers really worked hard and enjoyed the entire conference. They are inspired to bring back what they learned to our community.”

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Wirt County CEOS Hosts Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Event

Each year, the Wirt County Community Educational Outreach Service hosts a wreath hanging ceremony for Breast Cancer Awareness Month at the Wirt County Courthouse.  On October 7, 2019, thirteen members and guests gathered at the front steps of the County Courthouse to celebrate and raise awareness for Breast Cancer research, treatment, and prevention. 

This years event featured a balloon release, wreath hanging ceremony, and giveaways from the West Virginia University Cancer Institute. The event was attended by cancer survivors and their family members as well as several support local community agencies.  

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Wirt County 4-H News

State Contest Information for Wirt County 4-H

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State 4-H Camp Information for Wirt County 4-H

There are four opportunities to attend a state camp in just a few months!  Each of these weekend camps provide a great opportunity for youth who have never been to a state camp to experience what it's like to spend time at Jackson's Mill. These camps also have lower registration fees than week-long summer camps.  

The four weekend camps also are specialized to appeal to the different interests of 4-H campers.  Whether your interseted in computer science, dancing, leadership, or shooting sports, there is a camp for you! 

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Wirt County 4-H'ers can Attend National Summit

Have you ever wanted to travel to Washington, D.C.?  Do you have an interest in agri-science?  We have the opportunity for you!  January 9th - 12th, three 4-H'ers will travel to the National 4-H Conference Center located right outside of Washington, D.C. to participate in the National Youth Agri-Science Summit.

At the National Youth Summit on Agri-Science, high school students develop the skills and knowledge needed for the challenges facing agriculture, food security, and sustainability. National 4‑H Council and National 4‑H Conference Center have partnered with agricultural scientists, researchers, leaders, politicians, and advocates to host the National Youth Summit on Agri-Science. This Summit emphasizes hands-on educational experiences led by experts in the agricultural community.

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