Miya Carey was among 13 Nebraska 4-Hers selected to attend the 102nd National 4-H Congress in Atlanta from Nov.
24-28, 2023.
The Lincoln Journal Star reports the event is "the premier leadership event for 4-H members between the ages of 15 and 19 years of age."
It's also where Carey, who is from Ogallala, will carry the Nebraska flag in the opening ceremonies.
"Through generous donations and support these two entities were able to provide me with funding to cover all my expenses and provided me with an opportunity of a lifetime," Carey says in a press release.
The Holt County 4-H Foundation provides scholarships to 4-H members in the county.
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