Higginsville Advance News

4-H/FFA Dog Show

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Dog Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Fairground Park in Higginsville. The event welcomed Missouri 4-H and FFA members for a day of competition highlighting the training, care, and handling skills of both youth and their canine partners.

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4-H/FFA Cat Show

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Cat Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Fairground Park in Higginsville. The show provided exhibitors an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of feline care, handling, and showmanship while showcasing the special bond between youth and their cats. Participants were recognized for their dedication, responsibility, and the skills they have developed through their involvement in 4-H and FFA.

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4-H/FFA Ham and Bacon Show

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Ham and Bacon Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Lafayette County C-1 Middle School. The show highlighted the skill, dedication, and attention to detail required to produce quality cured meat products. Exhibitors demonstrated their knowledge of proper curing techniques and food production practices while competing for top honors.

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Rocket Shoot-Off

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Rocket Shoot-Off Contest was held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, on the south side of Grandview Elementary School in Higginsville. The event gave local 4-H and FFA members the opportunity to showcase their skills in rocketry, science, and engineering by launching rockets in a variety of competition categories. Participants demonstrated creativity, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of aerospace principles through projects they designed, built, and tested.

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Shooting Sports Contest

The Lafayette County 4-H Shooting Sports Contests were held across multiple dates throughout the summer, including June 20, June 27, July 12, July 17, July 18, and July 19, 2026. Competitions took place at Zeller’s Range near Lexington, with this year’s Shotgun Contest hosted at Lake City. The multiday event provided youth participants with opportunities to demonstrate their skills in a variety of shooting sports disciplines while emphasizing safety, responsibility, sportsmanship, and personal development.

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