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2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 3 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Welcome to Lincoln Daily News’ 2023 Logan County Fair coverage. This is one of the biggest and most enjoyable projects that Lincoln Daily News undertakes each year. For the past few weeks, LDN staff have been talking about, planning for, and preparing to bring readers what we humbly regard as top notch coverage of our wonderful county fair. Not so long ago, we had the pleasure of visiting with a person who was not from this part of the world, and much to our surprise learned that this person really had no idea what a county fair was or why it was such a big deal in our community. There were so many aspects of the fair to be talked about, that it became a lengthy conversation about young people, generations of families, tradition, and of course that sense of community that comes with attending the fair. We run into countless people that we know and have the opportunity to share a reunion moment with old acquaintances and old friends. That is a part of the fair that is hard to capture in words. The feeling of joy we feel when we see that certain people are still out and about and taking part. 2023 87th Annual Logan County Fair Welcome to the We also enjoy the opportunity to get to know new people, those who are taking part in the fair, contributing to its success, and enjoying it as much as we do. We love watching our 4-H youth as they celebrate their achievements with fists full of blue ribbons for jobs well done on their various projects. The variety is astounding as we look around the fairgrounds and see that this is one venue where there is truly something for everyone. This year, that variety includes the traditional aspects, 4-H, Junior and Open shows in everything from art to animals, and apples to zucchini. Textiles, photography, baked goods, preserved foods, field crops, and oh so much more are a part of the fair each year. Continued --
Page 4 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Food trucks and vendors line the midway and there are people who will come to the fair simply to eat, and eat, and eat! The carnival is always a great place to catch shots of happy children and adults as they play the games of chance or skill and ride all the rides they can possibly fit into an evening at the fair. Others will be there for the fair pageant, the 4-H scrambles night, the Wooten Rodeo, tractor pulls, the Demo Derby, and of course the country music concert on Saturday night featuring Tracy Byrd and Chris Cagle. And, before the fair officially begins on Tuesday, there is still a lot of activity that occurs. The harness racing on Sunday and Monday is very popular, and some of those 4-H judging events are held on Saturday and Monday. Another fun part of being at the fair, is seeing who we see, and the question of the day has to be “Did we see YOU there?” We know there are many who will attend that are our friends and neighbors, and if their pictures appear in Lincoln Daily News, all the better. Here at LDN, there are several who will be at the fair daily. Of course Karen Castelein and Nila Smith are seasoned fair goers and will be out there as much as possible this year. Tag teaming with Karen at least part of the time will be LDN’s newest Advertising Sales Representative Chassidy White. We will also have several others who are representing LDN at the fair, with notepads and cameras in hand. Look for Lesleigh Bennett, Matt Boutcher, Heather Gaule, Stephanie Hall, Jay Hodgdon and of course our seasoned reporter Angela Reiners, to be out and about throughout the days ahead. At the office, Devyn Fry and Jeff Wyles are well prepared to take and translate judging and competition results into our annual magazine that will go online as soon as possible. Coverage of the fair will be posted in the daily editions in the form of individual stories, photo albums and slideshows. Then later in the week, Devyn and Jeff will start compiling the daily coverage into magazine format that will be available in Lincoln Daily News for perpetuity. Here at Lincoln Daily News, we like to say that we are not just recording news, we are recording history, and recording the history of our Logan County Fair is one of the greatest pleasures we have. Continued --
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 5 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR We hope you enjoy the fair and we hope you enjoy the coverage LDN brings you over the next several days. Finally, we want to say a big thank you to our advertisers who make it possible for us to do what we love to do. As you go through the slideshows and peruse the magazine later, please take not of just how many local businesses support the Logan County Fair, and if you get the chance, be sure to tell them thank you for their support of our community and one of the things that makes us great! Karen, Nila, and all the staff and stringers at Lincoln Daily News wish you a very good week at the fair! [Nila Smith]
Page 6 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Nila Smith Though the 2023 Logan County Fair does not officially begin until Tuesday, August 1st, Saturday saw a number of 4-H judging events including the cat show, Home and Family Show, and the Food and Nutrition show. These are activities where 4-H members have taken on projects throughout the year, and at the show, go before judges to present their work with the hopes of getting off to a good start in collecting 2023 fair blue ribbons. The first show of the day was the cat show, held in the brown door exhibition barn on the south end of the fairground. This year, the number of cats to be judged was limited to only one. Hannah Smith, a 4-H member from a Sangamon County club presented Moonlight to judge Ivy Cunningham and Superintendent Jayden Lawrence. While there was only one kitty in the contest, Moonlight and Hannah would have represented very well in a larger competition. Hannah fielded questions about her cat such as how often she cleaned the litter box and what was her favorite activity with moonlight. She told the judge that she cleans the litter box every other day. She shared that Moonlight’s favorite toy is a mouse on a string and Hannah and the kitty enjoy playing keep away with the toy. The youngster was asked about the kitty’s health and nutrition, vet visits and other health questions. Saturday 4-H judging yields top notch exhibitors in several categories At the end of the day, Hannah and Moonlight received a blue ribbon as well as the banner for the Top Indoor Cat. The 2023 4-H Home show was also light on participants with five Logan County 4-H members participating in a half dozen categories. The most popular category was that of creative writing, with four members participating and all walking away with blue ribbons. Those members went before judge Christi Johnson, who spent a great deal of time with each Saturday, July 29
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 7 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR entrant, talking with them about their project and the process each member used to achieve their final product. In the various clothing categories, Georgia Allison and Laura Tomlinson judged the Clothing 1, Clothing 2, Shopping in Style, and Family Heritage projects passing out blue ribbons to all the participants. In the Home Show, the State Fair delegates for Sewing and Textiles are Olivia Wrage and Ellie Wrage. Saturday, July 29
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Page 10 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Stephanie Hall The Logan County Extension Office hosted a delicious day on Saturday, July 29, with one of the first 4-H events of the opening weekend of the Logan County Fair. The 4-H Food, Nutrition, and Health Show offered 4-H members ages 8 to 18 an opportunity to present items and projects in the categories of Cooking 101, 201, 301, and 401, Food Science, Sports Nutrition, Food Preservation, Visual Arts– Food Decorating, and Health. Judges Peggy Payne and Bridget Schneider tasted a selection of mouthwatering baked goods from peanut butter cookies, quick breads, and chocolate cake to yeasted dinner rolls, sweet rolls, and pie crust. They also sampled a variety of dried foods such as beef jerky and apple chips as well as judging canned foods and decorated cakes and cookies. Assisted by Emma Green and Trisha Tibbs, the judges asked the contestants questions about the process and product and provided feedback. The young presenters fielded questions like, “How did you make this?,” “How long did it take?,” “How did you know when they were done?,” and “What was the hardest part?” Judges gave specific comments about the elements of the bake or item such as, “The color is good and they are uniform in shape and size” and “The flavor was really well-balanced.” Contestants were praised for their successful endeavors and were offered useful tips like “Parchment paper will keep the bottom of the cookies from getting too brown.” 4-H Food, Nutrition, and Health Show Inspires Culinary and Health Skills Seven 4-H contestants from this event are chosen as Illinois State Fair delegates, and items presented at Saturday’s judging will be on display at the Logan County Fair. Pam Green, 4-H Superintendent of Foods, oversaw the busy afternoon that concluded with a display of all the goodies with their ribbons, leaving judges the difficult task of choosing the State Fair delegates and the top item of the day from among the 15 contestants. State Fair Delegates Foods Daniel Crider (2) Ella Klokkenga Chesney Davison Reagan Titus Leo Davison Kendall Helton Food Decorating Lydia Davis Adelyn Peters Health Alicia Grelck Saturday, July 29
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Page 12 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Nila Smith While the official start of the fair is still a couple of days away, Sunday saw the start of the annual harness racing at the track in front of the grandstand, with a prelude of jazz from the Chapter 11 Big Band. The music began at 12:30 p.m. with several guests coming early to listen to the music before the first race of the “Topline.” The group is made up of local musicians who have fine tuned their music to perfection. The band began the afternoon with “When the Saints go Marching in.” In typical Louisiana fashion, the music began in slow motion like Sunday at the Logan County Fairground begins in a big way with a big band that of a funeral dredge, but then the speed kicked in and so did the feeling of happiness that came with the beautifully executed old spiritual. The music played on for approximately one hour with familiar tunes such as Fever, Rock Around the Clock, I Lost my Heart in San Francisco, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Blueberry Hill, Stuck on a Feeling, and The Best of Times. Throughout that time, guests for the races filtered in groups of two, three, four, and more. Friends gathered and sat together chatting Continued -- Sunday, July 30
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 13 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR and sharing stories of their lives and latest adventures as they swayed to the music. Just moments before 1:30 p.m. the grandstand announcer asked everyone to stand for the playing of the National Anthem, performed by the Chapter 11 Big Band. The lively music was just what was needed to get the spirits pumped up and anxious for the first race of the Sunday Topline. Sunday, July 30
Page 14 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Nila Smith This year, there is no Downstate Classic at the Logan County Fair, but that does not mean that guests and racing fans were disappointed in what they had the opportunity to view on Sunday afternoon. The Topline Harness racing features one-mile trot and pace races for two-year-olds and three-year-olds and up. The races are part of the Illinois Department of Agriculture Illinois Standardbred Breeders Fund. The presiding judge over the races is Brad Dye with Titus Starting Gate providing the pace car for the opening of each race. Harness racing starts Sunday with the Topline The first race of the day featured three twoyear-olds in a pace race with Take Me Dancing winning handily. The purse for that race was $2000. In the grandstands, guests had the opportunity to join in the fun by purchasing a program that came with Pick a Winner forms for each race of the afternoon. Spectators could choose their horse and stand a chance to win a portion of the proceeds from the program cost. The second race of the day was a one-mile trot with a $2,000 purse as well. The winner of the race was Yoders Gracy. Races would continue through the afternoon with spectators cheering on their favorites while enjoying time with friends and family at the races. On Monday afternoon racing would continue with Illini Racing starting at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 30
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Page 18 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Matt Boutcher The 4-H Cloverbuds Exhibit show was held at the Logan County Fair on Monday evening, starting at 4p.m. and ending around 5 p.m. The event was organized and run by Carissa Davis, Extension Educator with 4-H, Sherri Bishop, and Amanda Gray. Cloverbuds is an extension of the 4-H program put on by the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. Children ranging from the ages of 5-7 learn skills by doing fun activities. At this exhibit show, children from several Cloverbuds clubs presented a wide array of projects on which they had worked. These projects ranged from paintings and sculptures to woodcrafts and things made of Lego to poster boards with information about a topic the child learned about. One young man even brought a pair of antlers. In all, 51 kids presented a project they had created. The kids were separated into two time slots, 4 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. At 4 p.m., the Cloverbuds clubs Atlanta Ag, Four Corner Clovers, and Whiz Kids presented their creations. At 4:30 p.m. the clubs Middletown and Early Risers presented theirs. The kids were called up one at a time to talk to one of the four judges. The judges, Alex Steffens, Ellie Wrage, Faith Sanders, and Kindall Helton, all current or former 4-H members themselves, then talked to the kids about their projects. The judges asked questions such as if the project was difficult to make and what made them want to create their particular project. While these conversations ranged in duration, one could tell all four of the judges really enjoyed what they were doing. They did a great job talking with the youngsters, and even quelled a few tears from those who were a bit nervous. After a project was finished being presented, the kids would bring it back up to Davis, Bishop, or Gray. These ladies put them to the side so they could be displayed during the fair. Each child was awarded a ribbon for their efforts. Everyone in attendance seemed to have enjoyed themselves, kids, and parents alike. Cloverbuds show brings in more than 50 participants Monday, July 31
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Page 22 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Angela Reiners with photos by Lesleigh Bennett On Monday, judging of 4-H Non-original Visual Arts, Visual Arts and general projects took place with hundreds of outstanding entries. For the visual arts, participants may use media such as paper, clay, leather, fiber, wood, chalk, carbon/pigment, glass/plastic, metal, and nature to produce their art. The art can even be 3D or computer generated. Non-original arts are made from either kits, pre-printed designs, or pre-molded pieces. Original arts are designs created completely by the exhibitor. Other projects included animal science, career/ leadership, general entomology, floriculture, horticulture and photography. Visual arts are judged on correct use of design elements, principles, expressive elements and technique. Other important areas include craftsmanship, creativity and inventiveness. Some 4-H members did projects using various media and entered both visual and non-visual projects, while others focused on one project. Many have been working on their projects for the past few months while others started projects the last few weeks. Youth of all ages participate in the Monday morning 4-H General Projects judging Besides long time 4-H members were youngsters entering projects for the first time. Nine year old Abby Heriford is in her first year of 4-H and created a miniature farmer’s market stand. Perched on top of the stand were origami birds. Heriford watched YouTube videos to get ideas for her projects. Twelve year old Bhayleigh Osborn is in her second year of 4-H and entering a painting. Osborn’s painting was a farm scene with a barn, tractor, windmill and pig. Monday, July 31
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 23 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Continued -- Eleven year old Scotty White has been in 4-H for three years and usually does photography and floriculture. This year, he used different Lego sets to create battle a scene. Rita Davison is also eleven and in her third year of 4-H. Davison created a scrapbook with photos of kittens. Her other project was made using Legos. Aden Wurth is nineteen and is in his tenth and last year of 4-H. Wurth entered a paddleboard that was a project for his woodworking class at LCHS. A posterboard explained his process of making the paddleboard. Ten year old Carter Johnson has been in 4-H for two years and made a wooden planter box. Monday, July 31
Page 24 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR He said it only took a couple of days to make the box. The Johnsons have many plants at home, so he said it will be used to hold plants at some point. Another person in her final year of 4-H is nineteen year old Haven Henry who entered four projects made from various media. One was a Cubs blanket. Henry’s other projects were a 2D model of a heart and heart valves, a melted snowman ornament and a painting of a shoe. Fifteen year old Makia Hassebrock is in her ninth year of 4-H. Hassebrock entered a painting and a fairy house. The fairy house, which fits in with an outdoor theme, was created using paper mâché and moss. Both during and after judging, judges make comments telling participants where they did well and discussing how and where they could improve. The little details can be significant. For example, when looking at a painting, one judge asked the entrant about the type of paint they used and whether it was created using a template. Woodworking judge Rick Kidd asks participants what kind of wood was used for the project, what kinds of tools and techniques they used and how they came up with the design. Kidd also asks whether they did measuring and cutting and has them demonstrate their knowledge by using a measuring tape. Finally, he wants to know what they would do differently. As Kidd said there is no such thing as perfection—there is always room for improvement. Two of the judges were long time 4-H members and now get to experience the projects from the other side. Continued -- Monday, July 31
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 25 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Cavit Schempp was in 4-H for ten years and is in his first year as a judge. Schempp enjoys being able to see the variety of projects and what kids come up with. Jayden Lawrence was in 4-H for ten years and has now been a judge for three years. Besides seeing the variety of projects, Lawrence enjoys hearing what participants have learned. Lawrence said she loves giving back to 4-H since it was a big part of helping her decide on a career. She is currently working on a master’s in animal science. The event used to include all the county 4-H participants arriving at the same time and waiting to be judged making it loud and crowded, though quite organized. A recent change eliminated those challenges. Area 4-H Clubs now arrive by club at varying times throughout the morning. As usual, the visual, non-visual arts and general projects section highlighted the talents and creativity of many children from around Logan County. Winning entries will be on display in the Expo building throughout the week of the fair. Monday, July 31
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Page 28 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Monday, July 31 By Nila Smith Monday there was a large number of entries in the 4-H categories of vegetable crops, agriculture crops, floriculture and horticulture. Youth brought in cut flowers, house plants and some lovely arranged pieces for the floral and horticulture judging. In the vegetable judging, there were some amazing looking vegetables entered by species and some amazing harvest baskets but together. Field crops yielded several soybean and corn plants all impressive in their overall healthy look and promise of good yields when the harvest time approaches. Youth show their talents in 4-H vegetable crops, agriculture crops, and Floriculture and Horticulture Big winners of the day included a beautiful Angel Wing Begonia in the potted plant category that won the Best House Plant category. Logan Parr won the Best Horticulture Display with the farm scene set in a little red wagon and populated with a number of succulent plants. Other winners included Olivia Wrage with the Best Annual, Oliver White with the Best Perennial, and Shelby Heyen wont that best house plant category with her big begonia. Best of Show in fresh cut flowers when to Daniel Crider, Best Floriculture Display went to Shelby Heyen, and the coveted Betty Moser Book Award went to Ellie Wrage. Continued --
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 29 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Monday, July 31 In the vegetable category, Tucker Garey took the Best Market Basket and Maddox Dare was awarded the best vegetable. Best Senior vegetable went to Maddox Dare and Best Junior Vegetable went to Grace Nutter. In the field crops, the Best Crops exhibit went to Maddox Dare.
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Page 32 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 By Karen Castelein What a beautiful day for the opening ribbon cut for the 87th Logan County fair. Compared to last week the temperatures have been quite pleasant thus far. A large crowd gathered near the West gate, including Logan County Fair Association board members, The 2022 Miss Logan County Logan Fair Emma Stoltzenburg, Junior Miss Logan County Isabella Pollice and Little Miss Logan County Luci Bobell. Also on hand for the cut was a large representation of the contestants who would later in the evening vie to be the next members of Logan County Royalty history. All were there to keep tradition and teach the next generation to appreciate their connection to our community and promote the best part of our agriculture history and future. Tඝඍඛඌඉඡ ඕකඖඑඖඏ කඑඊඊඖ උඝග ඕඉකඓඛ ගඐඍ ඎඎඑඋඑඉඔ ඊඍඏඑඖඖඑඖඏ ඎ ගඐඍ 2023 87ගඐ Lඏඉඖ Cඝඖගඡ Fඉඑක Queen Emma along with Junior Miss Bella and Little Miss Lucy had the honors of snipping the ribbon, an activity that would be among the final duties of the 2022 royalty. After the snipping of the ribbon, Queen Emma had the honor of cutting the ribbon into small pieces with help from Logan County Tourism Bureau Director Alice Roate, while the next generation of contestants waited patiently to receive a piece for their scrapbooks. With the ribbon cut accomplished it is now time to party together as a family!!! Let the good times roll!!!
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Page 34 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 By Nila Smith While Reagan Titus and her five rabbits were the only entries in the 4-H rabbit show this year, the young lady and her entries would have stood up well against competition due to their remarkable quality. Jerry Hicks returned again this year as the judge for the rabbit show and had the luxury of spending plenty of time with the animals and their young exhibitor. In the end, Reagan took Champion Rabbit, Reserve Champion Rabbit, Best of All other 4 Class Breeds, and Champion Meet Pen. Reagan Titus rules the day at the 4-H rabbit show Each large win included a Champion banner presented to Titus. The Champion Rabbit Meat Pen banner was sponsored by the Maxine Maxheimer Family in memory of their mother and presented to Titus by Maxine’s son Dale Maxheimer. As a side note, the 2022 Logan County Royalty Queen Emma Stoltzenburg, Junior Miss Bella Pollice, and Little Miss Lucy Bobell were out early making the rounds on their last day of representing the fair in the community. The two older girls said they were happy to have served, and a bit sorry that they would be passing their titles on to new people in the evening. Little Miss Luci had a good time in her role, but said she was ready to move on and take on some new adventures.
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Page 36 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 By Matt Boutcher At the first official day of the Logan County Fair, 4-H held a poultry show at the livestock show barn. The show kicked off at 8 a.m. on August 1st, with Bill Bree judging the fowl on display. Bree proved extremely knowledgeable on the topic of birds, sharing several facts with the 4-H members who brought their birds for show. Were you aware that the average chicken has about 10,000 feathers on it? Do you know why show birds are pulled out of their cages and put back in headfirst? It’s to keep the feathers slicked back and looking nice in case they rub up against the cage as they’re moved. These were just a few of the pieces of information Bree shared during the show. Three young people brought their fowl for show, and while this is less than normal, all of them did a fabulous job. A young man named Chester Sasse brought one bird for show, a large black chicken. While the chicken didn’t win any ribbons, it did steal the show before the show even began. As Sasse was removing the bird from its crate to move it to one of the show cages, the animal leapt from his arms and ran out of the show barn. Natalie Palmquist rules the day with her 4-H poultry, but the chicken on the run steals the show Without a second’s hesitation, Sasse ran after the bird, followed by about a third of those in attendance. The bird dashed across the gravel path and into the area where the pigs were being kept. Sasse managed to get a hold of his bird with help from a few others. While this chicken doesn’t have a name yet, it certainly knew how to put on a show. In the Junior show, Isabelle Hall brought several birds for the show. Bree spent a while inspecting all of them and teaching Hall about Continued --
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 37 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 what to look for in a good show chicken. At one point, he taught Hall how to tell if a chicken will be a good egg layer. Hall was presented with several ribbons for her fowl. On the 4-H side, Natalie Palmquist took home all of the large awards with the birds she presented. The awards for Champion Cockerel, Top Poultry Senior Showman, and Champion Chicken were all presented to Palmquist. Of the many birds she presented, Palmquist also presented the only duck of the show this year. These awards were all presented by Dale Maxheimer, in memory of Maxine Maxheimer. Maxine presented the awards for many years before her passing in 2007. Now, her memory and tradition are survived by her son, Dale, and daughter, Teresa Strampp.
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Page 40 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Pedal tractor pulls exciting for youngsters and their families By Heather Gaule This year’s Logan County Fair kiddie tractor pulls took place Tuesday morning August 1st at 9 a.m. at the KC Pavilion at the fairgrounds. Parents, grandparents, family, and friends gathered as more than 30 children participated in the pulls. The event was held by the Logan County Farm Bureau Young Leaders. There were 3 weight divisions: 0-45 pounds, 46-65 pounds, and 65-100 pounds weight classes. In the 0-45 division, winners were: Amelia Clemens, 3rd place, with a pull of 23 feet; Wyatt Martin, 2nd place, with a pull of 25 feet, and Rhett Martin took 1st place with a pull of 29.6 feet. In the 46-65 division, winners were: Emily Bruns, 3rd place, with a pull of 30.5 feet; Harper Gilmer, 2nd place, with a pull of 33.6 feet; and Paisley Gilmer took 1st place with a pull of 38.1 feet. In the 66-100 division, winners were: 3rd place, Jamison Leonard, with a pull of 32.04 feet; Craig Hayes, with a pull of 33.01 feet; and Brantley Conrady took 1st place with a full pull.
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Page 44 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Karen Castelein Tuesday morning found the Dept. J Ag Products setup and judging underway at the Logan County Fair. The Superintendent was Rick Deter and the judge was Rick Hochstetler for this year. The weather didn’t seem to affect the beauty of the products entered in this year’s contest. Contestants brought their items in, cleaned and snipped the edges, and started to arrange their offerings for the best presentation possible. Proud grandparents and parents alike stood and coached the younger participants...passing on a rich tradition of pride in agriculture. For those of us that were not raised on the farm this particular section of grains was quite interesting and educational. Ask me the difference between wheat and oats or hay and alfalfa and I would have a 50/50 chance of guessing which is which. Department J Ag products show a chance to teach and carry on family traditions Tuesday, August 01
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Page 46 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Department J Vegetables another place to pass the torch to new generations By Karen Castelein The second portion of the Department J Open shows at the Logan County Fair are the vegetable exhibits and judging. The superintendent was Harry Hild and the judge was Jim Schmidt. You could tell these two guys have been doing this sort of thing for a while. Methodical and unbiased in their approach yet patient and very kind. Participants came early to set up their displays as beautifully as possible. Great care was taken to make sure everything was lined up and balanced to make their presentations the most eye appealing ever. (I have to admit, my mouth was watering at the site of homegrown veggies; yum!) A grandfather was explaining size and balance and how to correctly try to present a plate of onions; thus passing his expertise and knowledge to his granddaughter. And isn’t that what we all do with our kids; prepare them to take our place and pass the torch to future generations?
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Page 48 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 The first day of the fair marks the first night of the carnival, but first there is work to be done By Karen Castelein Tuesday morning was full of activity setting up the carnival area. Crews were putting rides together, washing down and hosing off rides. A lot of attention was given to make sure everything was secure and ready for the flurry of activity coming. Signage with instructions and warnings, ticket booths, fire extinguisher installation were all part of making sure safety was number one.
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Page 50 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Stephanie Hall The Department MP Photography was judged on Tuesday in a closed judging session. After the show, a walk through showed that there had been an abundance of entries this year, with some stellar shots taken by local camera buff s. Face Shots ruled the day when it came to taking home the Best of Show categories. This fabulous “nose” shot was one such winner. Kathy Johnson was still lingering after the show and happy to pose for a photo with her best of show in black and white photography. Logan County Fair Department MP Photography shows off our local talent Tuesday, August 01
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Page 52 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 By Stephanie Hall A lovely morning became lovelier as gardeners brought beautiful flowers and artistic arrangements to the Logan County Fair for judging in Tuesday’s Floriculture competition. Divisions in Tuesday’s judging included Cut Flowers, Gladiolus, Arrangements for Artistic Effects, Roses, and Small Plants. The top four in each category received a ribbon and a cash prize with championships also awarded in each division. Cut Flowers featured both annuals and perennials with favorites such as marigolds, petunias, zinnias, and sunflowers plus 21 other categories and four types of Gladiolus vying for ribbons. Flower arrangers had the option of ten different themes for artistic arrangements within this year’s theme of “Sunny Summer Days.” These creations were set up in triptychs lining the walls of the showroom. Nineteen separate categories of roses sorted by color and size filled one third of the show space with shades of red, pink, yellow, and white and also their glorious fragrance. Blossoms and Blooms at Tuesday’s Floriculture Show Small plants no taller than 12 inches, in pots no larger than seven inches by seven inches, rounded out the contest with examples of cactus, succulents, and small flowering plants and herbs. Tuesday’s Challenge Classes– Illinois Challenge, Pat LaForge Memorial Challenge, and Edith Wibben Memorial Challenge– offered special awards for winners of these three classes. Grand Champion Cut Flower– Jim Wessbecher Reserve Champion Cut Flower– Jim Wessbecher Illinois Challenge– Jim Wessbecher Continued --
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 53 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Grand Champion Arrangement– Verdeen Ingram Grand Champion Gladiolus– Daniel Crider Grand Champion Rose– Reagan Wessbecher Continued --
Page 54 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Grand Champion Small Plant– Cindy Gleason Pat LaForge Memorial Challenge– Cindy Gleason Reserve Champion Arrangement– Cindy Gleason Reserve Champion Rose– Thomas Mann Tuesday, August 01 Continued --
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 55 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Reserve Champion Small Plant– Jenna Conrady (not available for photo) Edith Wibben Memorial Challenge– Jason Wrage ( not available for photo) Tuesday, August 01
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Page 60 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Contestant No. 1 Vayda Farmer Lincoln Daughter of Courtnee Farmer Brandon Farmer Contestant No. 2 Ella Marie Hall Mount Pulaski Daughter of Will Hall Hillary Rubenacker Contestant No. 3 Hinley Schneider Lincoln Daughter of Chris Schneider Shanna Schneider Contestant No. 4 Stella Anderson Lincoln Daughter of Lindsey Anderson Ryan Anderson Contestant No. 5 Olivia Harmsen Lincoln Daughter of John Harmsen Kristen Harmsen Contestant No. 6 Leighton Neitzel Lincoln Daughter of Ashleigh Neitzel Ethan Neitzel Tuesday, August 01 Little Miss Logan County Fair Contestants 2023
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 61 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Contestant No. 8 Emerson Bolen Emden Daughter of Nicole Bolen Dakin Bolen Contestant No. 7 Lillian Rademaker Lincoln Daughter of Bethany Rademaker Gary Rademaker Contestant No. 9 Brielle Wilson Lincoln Daughter of Lesley Wilson Chris Wilson Contestant No. 10 Emmary Grenlund Lincoln Daughter of Lauren Grenlund Cole Grenlund Contestant No. 11 Lakin Titus Elkhart Daughter of Breann Titus Thomas Titus Contestant No. 12 Scout Coers Emden Daughter of Kim Coers Nic Coers
Page 62 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Contestant No. 13 Charlee Gleason Lincoln Daughter of Kelly Gleason Kyle Gleason Contestant No. 14 Falyn Farmer Lincoln Daughter of Cory Farmer Chynna Farmer Contestant No. 15 Deryn Bainter Lincoln Daughter of Heidi Bainter Brent Bainter Contestant No. 16 Sienna Pollock Lincoln Daughter of Jason Pollock Sarah Pollock Contestant No. 17 Harper Tripplett Lincoln Daughter of Shanae Tripplett Bret Tripplett Contestant No. 18 Oaklee Vinyard Lincoln Daughter of Kenna Vinyard Stephen Vinyard
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 63 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Contestant No. 19 Kodi Eigenbrod Lincoln Daughter of John Eigenbrod Erika Eigenbrod Contestant No. 20 Embeth Leesman Hartsburg Daughter of Keenan Leesman Alexis Leesman Contestant No. 21 Cloey Sandel Lincoln Daughter of Michelle Sandel Isreal Sandel
Page 64 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Junior Miss Logan County Fair Contestants 2023 Contestant No. 1: Brinley Balance Emden Daughter of Brooke Balance Matthew Balance Contestant No. 2: Andrea Rogers Beason Daughter of Alexandra Green Contestant No. 3: Preslee Sherren Lincoln Daughter of Alison Sherren Robert Sherren Tuesday, August 01
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 65 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Contestant No. 4: Ashten Wolf Beason Daughter of Heather Gaule Randy Wolf Contestant No. 5: Andrea Noltensmeier Elkhart Daughter of Jacinda Noltensmeier Scott Noltensmeier Contestant No. 6: Ellie Wrage Lincoln Daughter of Elizabeth Wrage Jason Wrage Contestant No. 7: Courtney Cecil Atlanta Daughter of Melissa Cecil Tommy Cecil Tuesday, August 01
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2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 67 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Contestant No. 1: Lydia Roland Lincoln Daughter of Cara Roland Ben Roland Contestant No. 2: Anna Kindred Atlanta Daughter of Rhonda Kindred Sean Kindred Contestant No. 3: McKenzie Wurth Lincoln Daughter of Tiffany Wurth Darren Wurth Contestant No. 4: Faith Sanders Hartsburg Daughter of Ruth Coers
Page 68 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Tuesday, August 01 Contestant No. 5: Grace Doolin Emden Daughter of Dan Doolin Shannon Doolin Contestant No. 6: Ellyn Martinez Lincoln Daughter of Karen Martinez John Martinez Contestant No. 7: Bailey Billington Lincoln Daughter of Jacklyn Billington Jeremy Billington Contestant No. 8: Julia Collins Atlanta Daughter of Ashley Collins Josh Collins
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Page 70 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR By Angela Reiners with photos by JA Hodgdon On a balmy Tuesday evening, eight lovely and talented queen contestants, seven delightful junior misses and twenty-two charming little misses from around Logan County competed for the chance to represent Logan County at the fair and other events throughout the year. A black backdrop with silver curtains provided the stage dressing for the pageant. Master of Ceremonies Cameron Kurtz welcomed everyone to the fair. Throughout the evening he thanked the many sponsors who made the event possible. Raylon Schreiner, 2022 Logan County Fair talent show winner, sang the National Anthem to help kick off the evening’s events. 2022 Logan County Fair Queen Emma Stoltzenburg was escorted to the stage by her father Brian. Jim Xamis Ford provided the convertible they drove up in. Three remarkable young ladies crowned 2023 Logan County Fair Royalty After welcoming everyone, Queen Emma said she was grateful for the honor and privilege of serving as queen this past year, then told everyone to sit back, relax and enjoy this beautiful night at the fair. For the opening production number, queen candidates danced to the Michael Bublé song Save the Last Dance for Me and then introduced themselves. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 71 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR The candidates competing for the title of Logan County Fair Queen included: Lydia Roland of Lincoln, daughter of Cara and Ben Roland. Lydia will attend Heartland Community College this fall. Anna Kindred of Atlanta, daughter of Rhonda and Sean Kindred. Kindred will be a senior at Olympia High School this fall. McKenzie Wurth of Lincoln, daughter of Tiffany and Darren Wurth. Wurth will attend Southern Illinois University this fall. Faith Sanders of Hartsburg, daughter of Ruth Coers. Sanders will attend Heartland Community College this fall. Grace Doolin of Emden, daughter of Shannon and Dan Doolin. Doolin will be in her second year at Heartland Community College this fall. Ellyn Martinez of Lincoln, daughter of Karen Martinez and John Martinez. Martinez will attend Illinois State University this fall. Bailey Billington of Lincoln, daughter of Jacklyn and Jeremy Billington. Billington will attend Heartland Community College this fall. Julia Collins of Atlanta, daughter of Ashley and Josh Collins. Collins will be a senior at Olympia High School this fall. To display communication skills, which is 40 percent of the score, queen contestants spoke on a topic of their choice. Some talked about figuring out their passion, what they love about their community or getting out of their comfort zone. Others discussed how it takes a village to raise a child, the deep meaning of people believing in them, the need for influential agricultural leaders and helping kids dream big. For the pop question, contestants were asked what advice they would give their younger selves. Answers included being confident and not afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something new, going all in on Jesus because it is life changing, not getting overwhelmed by those who say mean things and not letting the influence of others affect what they think. Other answers were not being afraid of what other people think of them, soaking up the good memories because tomorrow is never promised, not backing down from those who make them fearful and not listening to people who make them feel down. The rest of the scoring was based on an interview earlier in the day plus an evening gown competition to display stage presence. The local Junior Miss competition began in 2017 for girls between the ages of nine and 12. In 2018, the age range was changed to girls between 11 and 13. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
Page 72 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR 2022 Logan County Junior Miss Isabella Pollice was escorted to the stage by her father Sal Pollice welcomed and thanked everyone for their support. She said she could not believe it was time to crown a new junior miss then told everyone to enjoy the show. Junior Miss contestants swayed across the stage to the Taylor Swift song Me then introduced themselves. This year’s junior miss contestants included: Brinley Balance of Emden, daughter of Brooke and Matthew Balance. Andrea Rogers of Beason, daughter of Alexandra Green. Preslee Sherren of Lincoln, daughter of Alison and Robert Sherren. Ashten Wolf of Beason, daughter of Heather and Michael Gaule and Randy Wolf. Andrea Noltensmeier of Elkhart, daughter of Jacinda and Scott Noltensmeier. Ellie Wrage of Lincoln, daughter of Elizabeth and Jason Wrage. Courtney Cecil of Atlanta, daughter of Melissa and Tommy Cecil. Their scores came from their appearance on stage and answering questions asked by each of the three judges. Kurtz asked each contestant what advice they would give their parents. Answers ranged from humorous to serious. Humorous answers included not telling dad jokes, being able to eat snacks in their room and telling their parents if they want chickens, they can clean the coop. Other answers included telling parents to be themselves, letting their children try what they want to and not messing up. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 73 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Before the Little Miss contestants were introduced, 2023 Little Miss Luci Bobell was escorted to the stage by her father Matt Bobell. Little Miss Luci said she loved being out and about during her reign. She said it had been an honor to serve and wished all the contestants good luck. This year’s Little Miss contestants were Vayda Farmer, Ella Marie Hall, Hinley Schneider, Stella Anderson, Olivia Harmsen, Leighton Neitzel, Lillian Rademaker, Emerson Bolen, Brielle Wilson, Emmary Grenlund, Lakin Titus, Scout Coers, Charlee Gleason, Falyn Farmer, Deryn Bainter, Sienna Pollock, Harper Triplett, Oaklee Vinyard, Kodi Eigenbrod, Embeth Leesman and Cloey Sandel. Little Miss contestants were judged on an interview that made up 60 percent of their score. The other 40 percent of the score came from their stage presence. As always, the Little Miss contestants provided some charming moments as they introduced themselves, telling their ages, where they live and what they like about the pageant. The Little Miss candidates shared what they want to be when they grow up. Several want to be teachers, while others want to be the boss, a singer, an artist, a veterinarian, an accountant, scientist, orthodontist, babysitter, zoologist, lifeguard and good person who loves Jesus. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
Page 74 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Time between sections was filled by special guests. These included queens, junior misses, little misses and others with titles from various Illinois counties such as Macon, Mason, Menard, Sangamon and Christian Counties. Other visiting royalty represented Pana/TriCounty, Sunburst Peoria and the Irish Days Festival. Other guests included several former Logan County Fair Queens, Junior Misses and Little Misses. Most of the group of 20 reigned in the last several years. Two reigned 25 or more years agoincluding1998 Queen Shannon (Sandel) Doolin and 1974 Queen Elise (Gleason) Anderson. During this part Kurtz also had everyone share a moment of silence in memory of Evelyn (Belcher) Oltmanns, the 1945 Logan County Fair Queen who died this past June. For many years, Oltmanns joined the former royalty on stage and had fond memories of her time as fair queen. Before results were announced, the outgoing 2022 royalty gave farewell speeches. Little Miss Luci said she had a great year with Queen Emma and Junior Miss Isabella. She found it to be a rewarding experience. Junior Miss Isabella said in 2022, she had decided to run for junior miss at the last minute and discovered that winning was one of the best things. She feels she has grown in confidence. Junior Miss Isabella expressed appreciation for all the pageant directors did for her this past year. She loved Little Miss Luci’s hugs and made the best memories with Queen Emma, who was someone she could look up to. In her farewell speech, Queen Emma reflected on many amazing opportunities she had like doing ribbon cuttings, being in parades and riding in the Sunrise hot air balloon. Queen Emma then thanked the fair board, the people of Logan County and the pageant crew, especially Bethany Rademaker, for being there for her. She was happy to see Junior Miss Isabella grow so much, loved Little Miss Luci’s big hug and loved serving with both of them. Finally, Queen Emma thanked her family for all their help and support during her reign. Finally, the judges’ decisions were announced. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR LINCOLN DAILY NEWS JULY / AUGUST 2022 Page 75 2023 LOGAN COUNTY FAIR Ellyn Martinez was crowned 2023 Miss Logan County Fair Queen; Ellie Wrage was crowned Junior Miss Logan County and Kodi Eigenbrod was crowned as the new Little Miss Logan County. The first Runner-Up for queen was Julia Collins. The Dean Bruns Memorial Miss Congeniality Award was given to Grace Doolin. Crowd’s Choice and individual who connected to the most businesses was Ellyn Martinez. Other awards for the Junior Miss contest were First Runner-Up Preslee Sherren, Miss Congeniality Courtney Cecil, Crowd’s Choice Andrea Rogers and most raffle tickets sold Andrea Noltensmeier. Other awards for the Little Miss contest were First Runner-Up Lakin Titus, Second RunnerUp Emmary Grenlund, Crowd’s Choice Harper Tripplett, most raffle tickets sold Lillian Rademaker and most photogenic Falyn Farmer. This fall, Queen Ellyn will attend Illinois State University, where she will major in Political Science and Legal Studies. She later plans to obtain her masters and then her law degree. Queen Ellyn’s goal is to become a lobbyist focusing on youth and mental health issues. Continued -- Tuesday, August 01
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