Favorite season now career for Burt County alumna

Kristen Sindelar
Jun 2, 2026
6 hrs ago

Burt County 4-H 1.jpg — As the new 4-H assistant in Colfax County, Elise Anderson, center, relies on her experiences as a 4-H member in Burt County.
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The temps are heating up, kids are out of school and the days are getting longer. For Elise Anderson, these are signs that her favorite season is almost here: fair season.

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Burt County 4-H 2.jpg — Serving as the Burt County 4-H Queen is one of Elise Anderson’s greatest 4-H memories.
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.