Marilyn Rhode has served the youth of Boone County for over 35 years. As a leader of the County Progressors 4-H Club, Marilyn has dedicated her time and expertise to those around her in the Boone County 4-H program. She is always willing to provide a helping hand whether it is on the Boone County Beef Committee, the 4-H Food Stand Committee or providing assistance at the beef weigh-in every year. In 2009, Marilyn was presented with the Lifetime Beef Achievement Award in Boone County.