"Matagorda County 4-H recognizes youth, adults" by: Jessica Shepard

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Bronze, Silver, and Gold Star award winners were recognized at the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" on Thursday, July 16. From left are: Collin Holub, Scollie Saha, Kaitlyn Gilbert, Kinsley Kubecka, Laney Kubecka, and Keelie Holub.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard The Oyster Bros. received the "Friend of 4-H Award" at the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" July 16.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Ansley Kubecka and Kaitlyn Gilbert were awarded $2,000 as "Matagorda County 4-H Adult Leadership Scholarship" winners during the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" July 16.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard :Matagorda County 4-H Ambassador Secretary Scollie Saha, left, accepted the "Outstanding Adult Leader Award" on behalf of her mother Dr. Lafy Saha, DVM at the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" July 16.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Kathy Jackson, right, was recognized for 55 years of service as a 4-H Adult Leader at the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" July 16. Other adult leaders honored for their years of service include Dane Kubecka, Kristen Kubecka, Amanda Saha, John Gilbert, Katie Gilbert, and Nancy Johnson.

Sentinel Photo/Jessica Shepard Matagorda County 4-H member Ryliegh Siptak received the "I Dare You Award" at the "2026 4-H Annual Awards Banquet" on Thursday, July 16. The "I Dare You Award" is offered as recognition of excellence in character and well-balanced development as well as demonstrated leadership.