LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Sean Rudden, a member of the Anderson Marsh 4-H Club, has been awarded the 4-H Emerald Star, a special honor in recognition of his ability to plan, organize, present and execute a project.

Last April Sean organized and carried out a Countywide Dog Exposition. The exposition was held at the Lake County Kennel Club and was open to all 4-H and FFA members. It was reported to be a great success.

4-H Youth Development is a program of the University of California Cooperative Extension.

For more information on the 4-H program contact U.C. Cooperative Extension, 883 Lakeport Blvd., Lakeport, telephone 707-263-6838.

Nicole Gentry is 4-H Youth Development secretary.