“The Alabama 4-H program is one of the best character educational programs our state has to offer. 4-H, along with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, has played a vital role in shaping the lives of young people of this state. We cannot emphasize enough how important it is to teach our children the principles of citizenship, character and leadership everyday. I would like to commend the 4-H organization for a job well done.”

Governor and Mrs. Bob Riley
Gov. Riley is a former Clay County 4-H’er, and they are the parents of former 4-H’ers.