Lawrence County Cooperative Extension Service

Lawrence County Cooperative Extension Service We are Agriculture - Improving profitability for agricultural business while protecting the environment. We are a university with faculty in every county.

We are Family and Consumer Sciences - Teaching families about nutrition, money and health. We are 4-H Youth Development - Building tomorrow's leaders. We are Community Development - Helping communities build a vibrant future. We are the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. We are the University of Arkansas link to everyone in the state. Federal, state, and county governments and l

ocal citizens are cooperative in developing and financing educational programs. We are an extension, delivering information to individuals and groups in Arkansas through mail, newspapers, and demonstrations in the field, tours, workshops, radio, television, computer programs and Internet. Service is last in our name but first in priority. We welcome comments and encourage you to take advantage of the educational programs offered.

🍀 It’s Time to Re-Enroll for Arkansas 4-H! 🍀The 2026–2027 4-H year is here, and we’re excited to welcome our 4-H members...
09/03/2026

🍀 It’s Time to Re-Enroll for Arkansas 4-H! 🍀
The 2026–2027 4-H year is here, and we’re excited to welcome our 4-H members, families, and volunteers back for another great year! 💚
📅 Re-enrollment is open September 1–January 1.
Simply log in to your 4-H account, review and update your information, and complete your re-enrollment.
Need help? Contact the Lawrence County Extension office we are happy to assist! 870-886-3741
🍀 Here’s to another year of learning, leading, serving, and having fun!
Let’s keep Making the Best Better!


go to https://4h.zsuite.org to get signed up

Lawrence County 4-H is holding a Cardboard Boat Regatta at Lake Charles State Park!! Join us for this Cardboard Boat Rac...
09/01/2026

Lawrence County 4-H is holding a Cardboard Boat Regatta at Lake Charles State Park!!

Join us for this Cardboard Boat Race on October 10, starting at 1 pm. There are 4 divisions: Youth under 14, Youth over 14, Adult, and Instant. The Instant division requires you to build your boat at the race with provided materials while the other categories allow you to build your boat before race day with allowed supplies.

Awards will include:
Titanic Award: Most dramatic or spectacular sinking
MacGyver Award: Winner of instant division
Van Gogh Award: Most Creative Boat
All Hands on Deck Award: Most team spirit
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each category

Spaces are limited, so register today!!

Registration links:
http://4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/59621 (if you have a zsuite account already)

http://4h.zsuite.org/external-event-registration/59621 (if you don't have a zsuite account)

Here's the September event calendar for 4-H! 🍀
08/31/2026

Here's the September event calendar for 4-H! 🍀

Here is the Shooting Sports practice schedule for August and September! We have a morning option for our homeschool kids...
08/18/2026

Here is the Shooting Sports practice schedule for August and September! We have a morning option for our homeschool kids, but everyone is welcome to come to the practices that work best for them! Right now the evening practices are tentatively set for 5:30 pm, but we can adjust the time if we need to.

The Lawrence County Fair Rodeo is tonight and tomorrow and 4-H will be there again selling cotton cotton and popcorn!! T...
08/14/2026

The Lawrence County Fair Rodeo is tonight and tomorrow and 4-H will be there again selling cotton cotton and popcorn!! This is a great fundraiser for us each year and we’re grateful for the opportunity! We encourage all of our 4-H members to come help out, as this fundraiser supports all of our clubs and activities.

Let Michelle know soon if you can come help so your name can be added to the list. Thanks to all the volunteers, members, and parents who work this event and to everyone who purchases from our stand!! See you at the fair!

Here is the most recent updated report of the progression of the New World Screwworm. The number of active cases have be...
08/12/2026

Here is the most recent updated report of the progression of the New World Screwworm. The number of active cases have been in a decline for the past three months. As of right now, there are only two active cases which are in SW Texas at this time. There have been no flies caught in the fly traps that have been distributed which is a good thing. Right now we are far away from any known cases but it is still important that you inspect any wounds that your animals may have and especially any new animals that are coming into your operation. So far, positive cases have been found in cattle, dogs, and sheep but no wildlife.

Recently we took six of our senior 4 H members to compete in the 4H State O'Rama that was held on the campus of the Univ...
08/12/2026

Recently we took six of our senior 4 H members to compete in the 4H State O'Rama that was held on the campus of the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. All of the kids did very well in their respected events and represented Lawrence County in a positive way. Fun times were had by all and friends were made from all across the state. To qualify for the state competition each participant has to compete and place at both the county and district levels. Those who attended this years state event were Alonzo V., Dominic N., Justin A., Danielle A., Destiny A., and Jacob N. We want to congratulate all of these young men and women and also to acknowledge Danielle A. for winning 1st place in Performing Arts- Vocal. 4H is an excellent way for youth to gain valuable life skills that will help them as they grow into the leaders of tomorrow. If you have any questions or would like to see about getting your child involved in 4H please call the Lawrence County Extension Office at 870-886-3741.

This week is a busy week for 4-H! Don't miss it!!
08/03/2026

This week is a busy week for 4-H! Don't miss it!!

Here is the 4-H calendar for August!! Hope everyone has a great start to the school year and we hope to see everyone at ...
08/03/2026

Here is the 4-H calendar for August!! Hope everyone has a great start to the school year and we hope to see everyone at the fair!

We have started to get reports of Armyworms at treatable levels all across the state and in Lawrence County. Treatment t...
07/29/2026

We have started to get reports of Armyworms at treatable levels all across the state and in Lawrence County. Treatment threshholds are considered to be reached when you can count on average 3 or more worms in a square foot from 10 random samples areas. Sweepnetting is a good way to establish if you have worms but not to establish threshold levels. The table includes recommended insecticides and their rates along with grazing and hay restrictions. If you need any help or have questions please call the Lawrence County Extension Office at 870-886-3741

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1100 W Main Street
Walnut Ridge, AR
72476

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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