K-State Extension - Thomas County

K-State Extension - Thomas County This is the official Thomas County Extension page. We want to keep the community updated on programs and events with K-State Extension.

Pick up your premium checks from the Thomas County Fair at the Thomas County Extension Office now! Checks will void afte...
08/18/2026

Pick up your premium checks from the Thomas County Fair at the Thomas County Extension Office now! Checks will void after 90-days.

A community favorite took place on Thursday, July 30, with the 2026 Thomas County Fair Beef Show! Our Thomas County 4-H ...
08/14/2026

A community favorite took place on Thursday, July 30, with the 2026 Thomas County Fair Beef Show! Our Thomas County 4-H exhibitors showcased the hard work and dedication they put into preparing their animals throughout the year.
The Beef Show was also the final opportunity for Grand and Reserve Champion Showmen to qualify for the Round Robin Showmanship Contest.
Round Robin took place on Friday, July 31, featuring Grand and Reserve Champion Showmen from the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior age divisions in Horse, Swine, Sheep, Goat, and Beef. Competitors demonstrated their showmanship skills across multiple species while competing for the title of Overall Round Robin Champion.

Results for 2026 Round Robin.

Senior
Grand Champion: Kimber Carpenter
Reserve Champion: Lucille Fellhoelter

Intermediate
Grand Champion: Cort Stramel
Reserve Champion: Brody Reid

Junior
Grand Champion: Brooklyn Reid
Reserve Champion: Raile Mazanec

Congratulations to all of our exhibitors on a fantastic fair!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

The Cat, Rabbit, Poultry, and Hand Pet Show is always a favorite event at the fair. Our exhibitors showcase a wide varie...
08/14/2026

The Cat, Rabbit, Poultry, and Hand Pet Show is always a favorite event at the fair. Our exhibitors showcase a wide variety of animals, giving fairgoers the opportunity to see and learn about many different species. Their participation helps make our county fair an educational and enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a successful!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

Check out our August newsletter - including information about record books, back-to-school lunches, and more!Click here:...
08/13/2026

Check out our August newsletter - including information about record books, back-to-school lunches, and more!

Click here:https://www.thomas.k-state.edu/newsletters/Newsletter%20-%20August%202026.pdf

The Swine, Sheep, and Goat Shows are always a highlight of the Thomas County Fair, bringing our community together to su...
08/13/2026

The Swine, Sheep, and Goat Shows are always a highlight of the Thomas County Fair, bringing our community together to support the hard work of our 4-H members.
Our exhibitors proudly showcased the animals they have spent countless hours caring for, training, and preparing throughout the year. Their dedication, responsibility, and commitment were on full display in the show ring, and it was rewarding to see their hard work pay off.
Congratulations to all of our exhibitors on a fantastic fair, and thank you to everyone who came out to cheer them on and support our youth!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

One of the favorite traditions of the Thomas County Fair is our 4-H Club parade floats!Each year, our clubs work togethe...
08/12/2026

One of the favorite traditions of the Thomas County Fair is our 4-H Club parade floats!
Each year, our clubs work together to design and decorate floats that showcase their creativity, teamwork, and 4-H spirit while bringing the fair theme to life. This year's theme, "Double Down at the Thomas County Fair," inspired some incredible displays that highlighted the hard work and imagination of our members.
Thank you to all of our 4-H members, volunteers, and families who helped make this year's parade another memorable success!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

The Thomas County 4-H Horse Show took place on Saturday, July 25, and our exhibitors put on an outstanding performance d...
08/12/2026

The Thomas County 4-H Horse Show took place on Saturday, July 25, and our exhibitors put on an outstanding performance despite the summer heat!
Throughout the day, our 4-H members showcased their horsemanship, sportsmanship, and dedication in the show ring. Their hard work was recognized with several all-around awards presented to exhibitors who excelled across multiple events.
Thank you to all of the generous buckle and banner sponsors!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

Visual Arts Judging, Photography, and Communications events took place on July 23rd!These contests gave our 4-H members ...
08/11/2026

Visual Arts Judging, Photography, and Communications events took place on July 23rd!
These contests gave our 4-H members the opportunity to showcase their creativity, photography skills, and public speaking abilities. We are incredibly proud of all of our participants for their hard work and dedication. Their efforts paid off, with several Thomas County 4-H members earning the opportunity to compete at the Kansas State Fair.
Congratulations to all who participated!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

Throughout the next week, we'll be sharing highlights from the 2026 Thomas County Fair as we look back on another memora...
08/10/2026

Throughout the next week, we'll be sharing highlights from the 2026 Thomas County Fair as we look back on another memorable year.
We're kicking things off with the Dog Show and Fashion Show! Our Thomas County 4-H members did an outstanding job, showcasing their hard work, creativity, and confidence. Along the way, they gained new skills, supported one another, and created memories that will last a lifetime.
Stay tuned as we continue celebrating all the accomplishments and special moments from this year's fair!

Photo Credit:
The Sunflower Standard - Derek White
NWKS Radio- Addison Stoddard
Shea Baird Photography

We’d like to give a huge THANK YOU to our two amazing summer interns: Mallory Jackson and Jordin Owens! These ladies hav...
08/06/2026

We’d like to give a huge THANK YOU to our two amazing summer interns: Mallory Jackson and Jordin Owens! These ladies have gone above and beyond all summer, greeting everyone with a smile while learning about problem solving, communication, and agriculture!

Congratulations on a successful summer and good luck as you both head back to class!

Share your appreciation for these interns in the comments!

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