UT Extension - Putnam County

08/21/2026

Mack Jones, Sarah Beth Steger, and Autumn Cole represented Putnam County 4-H today at the Tennessee State Fair in the Central Region 4-H Forestry Judging Contest.

Sarah Beth was 🥇 1st Individual and Mack was 5th Individual in the Jr High Division!

Autumn was 10th Individual in the Senior Division!

They have worked hard studying types of trees, insects, and diseases and learning how to measure trees and pace.

We are very proud of their hard work and dedication!

08/18/2026

Sarah Beth Steger also participated in the Fun with Fashion and Clover Collection Fashion Show at the State Fair yesterday.

These competitions five 4-H members with the opportunity to show off their clothing construction and sewing skills.

Sarah Beth took home 2- 🥇 1sts and 1- 🥉 3rd in the Clover Collection and a 🥇 1st in Fun with Fashion!

Way to go Sarah Beth!

08/18/2026

Sarah Beth Steger and Mack Jones enjoyed a day at the Tennessee State Fair yesterday, competing in the Consumer Decision Making Contest.

Both did an awesome job and had a great time!

Sarah Beth took 🥉 3rd High Individual in the Junior Division!

08/14/2026

Congratulations to Ian McKenzie for taking 1st Place in the 6-8th Grade 4-H Public Speaking at the Tennessee State Fair in Lebanon today! He competed against 32 other very talented 4-H’ers from across Tennessee!

08/14/2026

Good luck Avery Kate, Ian, and Sarah Beth as they compete at the Tennessee State Fair 4-H Public Speaking Contest!

08/13/2026

Chance Kelley, Ag Technology Expert, with Tri-Green Equipment was one of our speakers tonight at the Putnam County Cattlemen’s Association summer meeting.

08/13/2026

Putnam County FCE members provide school supplies for our local classrooms. We thank them for always supporting our community.

08/13/2026

08/07/2026

It's Family Friday! Family and Consumer Sciences is all about strengthening family bonds and building community. Whether it's a weekly game night, cooking a meal together, or a weekend hike, time spent together is precious. Tell us about your favorite way to connect with your loved ones!

08/06/2026

Welcome to Thrifty Thursday! Financial wellness is all about making smart, informed choices with our resources. Whether it's meal planning to save at the grocery store or a clever budgeting hack, we want to hear your secrets! Drop your top money-saving tip in the comments below so we can all learn together.