The Grayson County Commissioners Court on Sept. 30 proclaimed October 2025 as National 4‑H Week and heard from county 4‑H leaders and a student who described how the program shaped her projects and leadership.

The proclamation, read during the court’s regular meeting at the Grayson County Courthouse, cites 4‑H as “America’s largest youth development” program and notes that 4‑H programs in Texas are delivered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Cooperative Extension System. Grayson County Judge Bruce Dawsey signed the proclamation on behalf of the court.

Tamara McGaughy, who identified herself as the Grayson County 4‑H coordinator, described recent county events and thanked commissioners for county support. McGaughy said a community mini‑golf fundraiser had strong turnout and recognized a local team that finished second in a non‑sponsored division.

Zaria Franklin, a junior at Texoma Christian School and the county 4‑H president, told the court she joined 4‑H in third grade and has progressed from cooking and showing rabbits to competing in shooting sports. "4‑H is just an amazing program. It gives kids lots of opportunities to learn what they wanna do or what they wanna be in life," Franklin said.

Commissioners and staff praised the program’s local reach and variety, naming activities from robotics to archery and holiday pie‑making as examples of 4‑H offerings in the county. Commissioner Arthur said 4‑H supports many youth who go on to larger competitions; Commissioner Hardenberg and Commissioner Wright also thanked staff and volunteers for their work.

The court paused for a group photo and to present medals and recognitions to youth participants.

The court then returned to other agenda business, including votes on consent agenda items and administrative matters.