The 2026 Pierce County 4-H Speech Contest and Illustrated Presentation was held on Monday, April 13, at the Extension Office Meeting Room.
In the junior division public speaking, Riley Kuhl’s speech 'All about Horses' received a purple ribbon.
Luke Bauermeister received a purple and grand champion with his speech, 'Jammin' in 4-H' in public speaking in the intermediate division. Luke was awarded with a $25 registration scholarship to a 2026 4-H event of his choice, sponsored by Pierce Dental. Luke is able to represent Pierce County at state-level communication contest on June 16 and June17 in Lincoln.
Eleanor Bauermeister received a purple and grand champion with her speech, 'Food from the Home' in public speaking in the senior division. Eleanor was awarded a $90 registration scholarship to a 2026 4-H event of her choice, sponsored by Midwest Bank of Pierce, Security Bank of Osmond and Midwest Bank of Plainview. Eleanor will be able to attend the state-level communication contest on June 16 and 17 in Lincoln.
In the Clover Bud division public speaking, Emma Kuhl’s speech was, “Sick” and Maddox Sudbeck’s was the “Our Father.” Emma and Maddox received a Clover Bud ribbon.
For illustration presentation junior division participant, Brielle Backer presented 'How to Take Care of a Cow.' Brielle received purple, special recognition ribbon, and reserve champion ribbon. Xavier Morfeld received a purple ribbon, special recognition ribbon, and grand champion with his presentation 'All About Call Ducks.'
For illustration presentation intermediate division participant, Emillee Backer presented “Healthy Habits: Rethink Your Drink.” She received purple, grand champion and received a $90 dollar registration scholarship to a 2026 4-H event of her choice. This scholarship is sponsored by Midwest Bank of Pierce, Security Bank of Osmond and Midwest Bank of Plainview. Brielle, Xavier, and Emillee will be able to attend the state-level communication contest on June 16 and 17 in Lincoln.
