Jackson County 4-H members, parents, leaders and supporters are looking forward to the annual First National Bank 4-H Honor Night Banquet. The event is set for Saturday, Aug. 16, at 6 p.m. in the WOSC Student Center.

Reservations can be made by calling the OSU Extension Office at 482-0823 by 4 p.m., Aug. 11.

The First National Bank of Altus, by recommendation of Board Chairman Hatton McMahan and Bank President Philip McMahan, will sponsor the banquet by paying the meal expense for members, special guests, the facility rent and custodian fees.

About 200 people are expected to attend the program which will highlight the 2007-08 4-H year in Jackson County. The 4-H members, leaders and supporters will be recognized for their achievements and contributions to the 4-H program.

Council President William Kime of Altus 4-H will serve as master of ceremonies.

The theme of the banquet will be “Celebrate Oklahoma 4-H Centennial.” 4-H members will decorate the WOSC Student Center for the event.

The top outstanding members from each club will be recognized. All members who completed a participation form will receive an award according to their strong project areas. The naming of the County Hall of Fame award winners sponsored by the National Bank of Commerce will climax the program.

Mark and Wendee Clay of the Jackson County Riding Club will serve as the banquet committee chairs, with the help of Paula Reddick. They request all local groups be represented at set-up on Friday, Aug. 15, at 4 p.m. in the WOSC Student Center.