Alumni Spotlight: Ben Powell

Ben Powell “bleeds green.”

Growing up on a farm in Watertown, Tenn., Powell competed in various sheep and beef projects as part of the Wilson County 4-H Program.

After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1959 with a degree in animal husbandry, Powell began work as an Extension Agent in Rutherford County, where he served for 10 years. In 1969, Powell and his late wife Charlene returned to Knoxville, where he joined the State 4-H Office staff.

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Meigs County All Stars -

Shining Through Service and Leadership

For more than 70 years, the Tennessee 4-H All Stars Program has allowed high-achieving 4-Hers to take their membership to the next level. The 4-H All Star program is the second level in Tennessee 4-H recognition model.

In Meigs County, the four 4-H All Star members are making waves of their own.

Weida Ringly

A Lifelong Volunteer

Weida Ringly is no stranger to 4-H. In fact, her commitment to the 4-H program has been woven through her life, starting when she was a fourth grader and extending to today.

Ringly, who grew up in Olive Branch, Miss., was a member of both her school and community programs and focused primarily on the dairy project.

“I have seen the value of 4-H on youth development up close and personal, and I believe it is the best youth-development organization available today,” says Ringly. “We need to give back – both with donations and time. Youth are our future and there are many great opportunities just waiting for someone to give back.”

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