FCYFA News Release
Community January 28, 2021Fannin County Young Farmers Association hosted the Annual Pigs on the Ridge Market Hog Show. 4-H and FFA members from Fannin County, Walker County and Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe
participated. Sponsors for the event were Fannin County FFA Alumni Association, Fannin County High School and Middle School FFA Chapters, Fannin County
Young Farmers Association, Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe FFA Chapter and Ocoee Animal Hospital. Nicholson Tire Repair and Uhaul sponsored the meal that was served to all exhibitors and families.
Each exhibitor showed in both a showmanship class which is based on their grade in school, only the 1st place exhibitor was chosen in each class and a class based on the weight of the pig, there were a total of 20 classes. Kip Williams Murray County agriculture teacher and Young Farmer Advisor judged the show.
Fannin County Exhibitor results:
Emilee Thomas placed 1st in Showmanship, 1st in weight class, won the Master Showman Award and also Grand Champion,
Blake Nicholson placed 1st in showmanship, 1st and 1st in weight class and won Reserve Champion,
Ethan Deal placed 1st in Showmanship and 3rd in weight class,
Roy Green placed 2nd in weight class,
Jacob Williams placed 5th in weight class,
Slade Epperson placed both 2nd and 3rd in weight class
Lance Stewart placed 6th in weight class
Zoe Putnam placed 1st in weight class
Madie Freeman placed 1st in showmanship and 2nd in weight class
Thomas Green placed 1st in weight class
Evan Fish placed 4th in weight class
Kiaya Jones placed 2nd in weight class
Patrick Conner placed 1 in showmanship and 2nd in weight class
Dakota Blake placed 1st in weight class
The Fannin County FFA Market Hog Show Team will be exhibiting their projects at the Swine Spectacular in Gilmer County on February 5-6 and also the Georgia Jr. National Livestock Show in Perry on February 17-20.
FCYFA News Release
Community January 26, 2021The Fannin County Young Farmers Association held its annual wreath class on November 19, 2020 at 6:00pm at the Fannin County School System Agriculture Center. This year participants made
deco mesh wreaths to take home and enjoy. The class was sponsored by N and N Florist and Floral Creations, refreshments were served and were sponsored by G and N Iron. For additional information about FCYFA please contact Rhonda Mathews at 706-455-2545 or [email protected].
FCYFA News Release
Rebel's Corner September 29, 2020The Fannin County Young Farmers Association Gun Raffle was won by Mrs. Theresa Wollschlager. Theresa won the Henry Trump Edition .22 Rifle that was donated to the FCYFA by Ace Hardware in Blue Ridge. Fannin County Young Farmers Association would like to thank Ace Hardware and everyone who purchased a ticket.
Pictured Theresa Wollschlager and FCYFA President Kenny Queen
Fannin County Young Farmers Association: Plant Sale
Lifestyle August 28, 2020All proceeds from plant sale will help fund the FCYFA Senior Class of 2021 Scholarships
Online orders will be taken until September 11 th . Plants will be available for pick up at the Blue Ridge Cannery, 811 Summit St (across from Swan Drive-In marquee) on September 17 th and 22 nd , from 4-6pm. COVID-19 guidelines will be in place
For Plant Questions contact Dee at 770-654-6062 To place an order contact [email protected] or 706-455-2545
THANK YOU MIKE AND DEE HENDERSON FOR DONATING PLANTS
Weigela –1 gal., $5.00 Silver Queen Variegated Boxwood – 3 gal., $8.00
Yellow Rose of Texas – 3 gal., $8.00 Lace hydrangea – 1 gal., $8.00 Iris-Yellow, 1 gal, $5.00
FCYFA – Preparing your Estate Meeting
Community March 2, 2020FANNIN COUNTY
YOUNG FARMERS ASSOCIATION
PRESENTS:
Preparing your Estate Plan
March 16, 2020
6:00pm
Fannin County Agriculture Facility
43 Station Ridge Blue Ridge, Ga
Ag Center driveway is located before the Raceway Gas Station on the
right if you are heading toward Ellijay on Hwy 515
Program will be presented by
Amanda Payne, AAMS® Financial Advisor
Edward Jones
It’s a topic people tend to put off or ignore, but one of the most
important things you can do is to develop a sound estate plan. Doing
so lets you take a giant step toward a more secure future for yourself
and generations to come.
Attend our Preparing Your Estate Plan presentation and you’ll learn
more about:
• What to consider when creating your will
• The benefits of trusts in estate planning
• How to help reduce taxes on your estate
• How insurance can help protect your family
Kayann Hayden West from Kayann Hayden West Attorney at Law will
be available to answer questions.
Meal is sponsored by Edward Jones
Please RSVP by March 10, 2020 to [email protected]
or 706-455-2545
All are welcome to attend