Kyle Williamson Selected for 2025 CALL Program

The Sevier County Extension Office would like to announce that Kyle Williamson of De Queen has been selected for the 2025 Careers for Arkansas Livestock Leaders (CALL) Program.

The CALL Program is a career-focused leadership experience designed for youth passionate about livestock species. Youth will connect with industry leaders, learn about career opportunities in the livestock industries, and develop friendships that will last a lifetime. Only 20 youth have been selected for the 2025 Livestock Leader Class. The Livestock Leaders will serve as ambassadors for 4-H Livestock programs while gaining valuable leadership and networking skills. Those selected will undergo training, attend the CALL Tour, and work with fellow 4-Hers to lead educational workshops and 4-H promotion efforts. The 2025 CALL Tour will be a 5-day trip touring livestock operations and businesses throughout Texas.

Kyle Williamson is the son of Ronnie and Tiffany Williamson of De Queen. He was named a 2022 Arkansas Teen Star and currently serves as a 4-H Arkansas State Ambassador. When asked about this opportunity Kyle stated, “It's an honor and a privilege to be accepted. This opportunity will allow me to deepen my knowledge of the livestock industry, connect with leaders in the field, and grow as a leader myself. I look forward to bringing back what I learn to benefit my community and peers.”

Jacob Seymour running for 4-H State Office

Submitted by: Kim Frachiseur, CEA-4-H

The Sevier County Extension Office would like to announce that Jacob Seymour of De Queen is running for an Arkansas 4-H State Officer position.

Jacob Seymour

Each year, Arkansas 4-H Youth vote in seven of their peers each summer to represent Arkansas 4-H for the year. The officers are inducted each year at the annual Arkansas 4-H State O-Rama activities. The seven positions include President, First Vice-President, Delta District Vice-President, Ouachita District Vice-President, Ozark District Vice-President, Secretary, and Reporter.

Seymour will be running for the Ouachita District Vice-President position. Jake is the son of Debbie and Justin Seymour. He was named 2022 Arkansas Teen Star and is currently an Arkansas State Ambassador. When asked what inspired him to run, Seymour stated, “I would love to raise more awareness in my district and also the state level about 4-H. I meet a lot of people that think 4-H is just cows and chickens. I would like to teach them there is so much more to 4-H.”

District Vice-Presidents are elected during each corresponding 4-H District O-Ramas and the remaining positions are elected during Arkansas 4-H State O-Rama. Candidates campaign throughout the summer at events such as O-Rama and Teen Leader Conference.

4-H state officers also get the chance to travel the state while working on events and their skills.

“They will be representing Arkansas 4-H throughout the state,” Rex Herring said. “Some specific skills that the officers will grow in will be public speaking, interacting with sponsors and administrators of various organizations. If elected, Jake will do a great job.”

ServSafe Manager Training Class at UA Cossatot De Queen Campus

The Sevier County Extension Office will be offering ServSafe Manager Training in English on March 20th and Test will be on March 23rd from 9-12 in the Adams Building on UA Cossatot campus.. The class will be from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. on the 20th. 

Registration deadline is March 10th. If you have any questions or would like to register, please contact the Sevier County Extension Office at 870-584-3013 or stop by our office located on the UA Cossatot campus in Adams Building in De Queen. You can also email me, Janet Cantrell at jcantrell@uaex.edu for more information.   Please make checks payable to Sevier County Extension.

Sevier County Holiday Assistance Application

NEWS RELEASE October 10, 2022

Submitted by: Kim Frachiseur, 4-H Program Assistant

Families may apply for holiday assistance by completing an application process. A new universal application has been formed to make the process easier for residents. Shop w/a Cop, Shop w/a Brother’s Keeper (BKMC), and any other organization that would like to provide aid this holiday season are welcome to use the applications. Each organization will select families for their individual programs by using this application. This means that families will only have to apply once this year.

This is for Sevier County residents only. Please be aware that assistance is given based on need, and just because you apply, you are not guaranteed assistance. For any questions, please contact Kim Frachiseur at the Sevier County Extension Office by calling 870-584-3013.

Residents may fill out the online form by going to https://forms.gle/NkWPvtZGkQ7Yy5ZT8, or paper copies may be picked up at the De Queen City Hall or the Sevier County Extension Office.

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact the Sevier County Extension Office as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

2022 Sevier County Arkansas 4-H Teen Stars Named

The Sevier County Extension office would like to announce Sevier County’s seven newest Arkansas 4-H Teen Stars. Congratulations to Kyle Williamson, Jake Seymour, Jake Sawyer, Blake Sawyer, Kinlee Stivers, Matthew Maben, and Zae-Lei Frachiseur.

The 2022 Teen Stars were announced last week. Forty-six individuals from across the state were named this year with seven being from Sevier County. The Arkansas 4-H Teen Star Program is a recognition program for outstanding achievement in the areas of 4-H projects and activities, leadership, and community service. The Teen Star program is a gateway to higher levels of leadership within Arkansas 4-H. The Teen Stars become eligible for Ambassador, who then become eligible for State Officership.

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact the Sevier County Extension Office as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

Sevier County 4-H Donates to Local Fan Drive

Sevier County 4-H’er, Ethan Wolcott, recently announced that he would be holding a box fan drive. The Be Cool, Stay Cool Fan Drive is a project that Wolcott has taken on himself, with help from the Sevier County Extension Office. He teamed up with Dr. Randy Walker and Angie Walker to reach more of the community. Ethan Wolcott, who is only 17, was able to raise $905, including $200 donated by Hale Real Estate. Dr. Randy Walker has agreed to match the $905 that Ethan raised, equaling a total of $1,810 for the Fan Drive. In the end, they were able to purchase 94 fans for Sevier County.

Many know Ethan Wolcott from the can recycling program he has held in the county for the past three years. Wolcott started the project to donate money to the 4-H POP-A TOP program, a program that helped 4-H families with medical bills. However, the program was ended due to COVID. Wolcott then decided to keep the money locally. By teaming up with the Walkers, Wolcott is able to give those in need, a way to stay cool this summer.

Left to right: Rex Herring, County Extension Agent-Staff Chair; Angie Walker; Ethan Wolcott; Kim Frachiseur, 4-H Program Assistant; and Janet Cantrell, County Extension Agent-FCS.