The October meeting of the Happy Hustlers 4-H Club was Oct. 7 at the Foods Building on the Marion County Fairgrounds. President Cade Harms called the meeting to order and roll call was answered by 19 members, two leaders, seven parents, and one guest.

Secretary Cara Martin read the minutes from the last meeting. Payton Harms gave the treasurer’s report. Council Representatives Elizabeth Meyer and Nicholas Meyer spoke about the upcoming Achievement Banquet planned for Nov. 2. The club voted to be responsible for the flag raising ceremony at the Marion High School football game on Oct. 12 in honor of 4-H week. The meeting concluded with Cassie Meyer leading the group in two songs.

The Happy Hustlers then participated in the county wide 4-H Sunday celebration by attending a fun filled evening of games crafts, prizes, and potluck meal. The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. at Marion Christian Church.

Lauren McLinden, reporter