Franklin County 4-H members compete at public speaking contest, media report
Sun Journal and Daily Bulldog reported University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H in Franklin County was represented by 10 participants at the 4-H State Public Speaking Tournament at UMaine. Fifty-seven 4-H members from throughout Maine competed in categories, demonstrations and illustrated talks, which were then scored by a three-judge panel, according to the reports. Several Franklin County 4-H members received a top score and each member earned a blue ribbon for his or her illustrated talk. Two Franklin County 4-H members were chosen to compete on the Eastern States Exposition (ESE) communication science team; and another earned a spot as first alternate. In September, the team will compete at the ESE in Massachusetts, media reported.