Beyond the Barn: Cowboy Chad Hagan on the Real Impact of 4-H

In this episode of Locally Hated, Jessica and Greg sit down with Vernon Parish 4-H Agent Chad Hagan (aka Cowboy Chad) to talk about his roots growing up in Hicks, Louisiana, and his lifelong journey with 4-H.Describing his job as the "FBI of agriculture for kids," Chad breaks down what the program is really all about—and spoiler alert: you don't need a cow or a tractor to join! From his early mischief driving a truck at 8 years old to leading kids through life-changing summer camps and state horse shows, Chad shares why 4-H remains such a vital cornerstone of our local community.We dive into how the program has evolved far beyond livestock to include STEM, robotics, and community food drives, all while staying true to the traditions of Vernon Parish. If you thought 4-H was just farming, tune in to find out how they're building the next generation of well-rounded kids.Want to get involved? Follow Vernon Parish 4-H on Facebook to stay up to date on camps, the upcoming State Horse Show in DeRidder, and holiday food drives:https://www.facebook.com/Vernon4H