John Paul “JP” Murphy, retired Utah State University Extension 4-H youth development specialist, was recently inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame at the organization’s national meetings in Georgia. Murphy worked in the Utah 4-H program and other 4-H programs nationwide for over 40 years.

Craig Dart, assistant director of Utah 4-H, nominated Murphy and accepted the award on his behalf, due to unexpected health challenges. He said Murphy was a natural for the award after his decades of dedicated service to youth.

“John Paul is a 4-H legend,” he said. “Not just in Utah, but across the nation. I spoke with many people at the awards ceremony who have deep respect and appreciation for the work he’s done. He has the gift to inspire. He would have you rolling out of your seat laughing on

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