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Itasca County news

Youth ambassador helping younger youth

Itasca County’s 4-H Program offers a variety of ways for youth to be involved. Youth have the opportunity to choose based on their interests and age. Youth may also choose to participate in 4-H in more than one program area.

girl in black dress standing in front of white wall while playing the keyboard

Attend Itasca County 4-H’s Evening of Opportunity Tuesday, July 18 at the Itasca County Fairgrounds. The evening will begin with a picnic meal at 6:00 p.m. followed by our county showcase events of Fashion Review, Performing Arts, Demonstrations, Communication Arts and County Pet Show.

Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) are an invasive species native to eastern Asia. In fact, no earthworms are native to Minnesota. This article includes a link to more information and where this invasive species has been found.

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