4-H State Fair Exhibits
Child Development:
Trista Guinn
Clothing & Fashion/Sewing & Needle Art:
Layna Schupbach**
Lily Straw
Claire Kassel
Food & Nutrition:
Layna …
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8/22/22
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Nathan Adams excelled in the Commercial Rabbit Classes last Saturday afternoon. During the determination of the Commercial Meat Pen, Judge Gabbi Carpenter stated that the trio was a good example of …
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by Diane Weiland
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8/22/22
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As always, the bucket bottle calves were as cute as ever. This was a popular part of the fair for the piblic to attend, and many questions were asked to the competitors about how they prepared for …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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8/22/22
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The audience at the sheep show was greeted by many smiles from successful competitors at the 2022 fair. Whether just beginning or having experienced the sheep show more than a few times, the …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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8/22/22
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The Meat Goat Show competitors all brought their best to the Friday afternoon show. Jadyn Joyce, in particular, had exactly what the judges were looking for in a goat, as her goats had the desired …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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8/22/22
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On Thursday, July 21 and Friday, July 22 the Palo Alto County Fair’s horse show competitors brought an impressive variety of skills to the table. The judges searched for horse and rider duos …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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8/22/22
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Flowers - Youth Division
Champion: Lauren Rouse
Flowers - Adult Division
Champion: Diane Nelson
Reserve Champion: Coleen Ruddy
Best in Class: Angie Beem
Best in Class: …
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8/22/22
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Adult Division:
Champion: Coleen Ruddy
Reserve Champion: Coleen Ruddy
Challenge Class - Spring to Life
1st Place: Coleen Ruddy
2nd Place: Dale Wegener
3rd Place: Diane …
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8/22/22
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On Tuesday, July 12th, six 4-Hers competed in the county 4-H Clothing Selection/Fashion Revue/$15 Challenge Clothing Event at the Extension Office in Emmetsburg. Participants modeled outfits that …
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8/22/22
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The Palo Alto County Fair's Poultry Show was very appealing to the audience that gathered to support their 4-Her last Thursday on the first day of the fair. Numerous breeds were entered in the …
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by Diane Weiland
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8/22/22
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The Swine Show was the first judging event on Friday, July 22. At 8 a.m., the hogs were ready for the ring. Maddy Anderson showed the Supreme Champion Market Hog. She is an Emmetsburg FFA member. Her …
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by Diane Weiland
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8/22/22
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The Palo Alto County 4-H and FFA Market Beef Show got underway last Saturday morning with the Feeder Pen Division. It is the only beef competition held outdoors. Five competitors answered questions …
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by Diane Weiland
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8/22/22
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The dog shows were enjoyed by an appreciative crowd on Thursday morning of Palo Alto County Fair week.
Dogs large and small were trusting of their owners at their sides as the dogs jumped through …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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8/22/22
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Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities (EMU) would like to make customers aware of two major upcoming infrastructure projects that will have an impact on customers’ monthly bills: a new wastewater …
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8/22/22
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GRAETTINGER -- Funeral service for Lisa K. Hovinga was held Saturday, July 2, at the United Methodist Church in Graettinger. Pastor Darrell Boe was the Officiant.Lisa is at rest at Valley View …
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7/14/22
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Updates, recommendations for Five Island Lake and information about a Wetlands Coordinator were topics of conversation at The Shores last Wednesday evening. The meeting, put together by the Five …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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OLAF THE SNOWMAN -- Disney FROZEN Kids premiered this past weekend at Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre. Olaf, pictured above with the summer chorus, is the outgoing snowman in Frozen. He …
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6/17/22
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In less than an hour, the Palo Alto County Supervisors conducted their meeting on Monday of this week. A change from the usual weekly meeting occurred because of the Primary Election on Tuesday. …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law on March 11, 2021. It was a $1.9 trillion package aimed at addressing the impact of COVID 19 on the economy, public health, state and local …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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DOING THEIR PART -- Nothing says summer like fishing on the T-Dock. These young anglers were having a great time catching yellow bass on Monday morning. They were quick to point out that the yellow …
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6/17/22
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Currans Plumbing and Heating has been a family endeavor since 2000. That is when Marty Currans recognized the reality of farming which provided a paycheck once a year. He wanted something more …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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On Tuesday, RAGBRAI organizers and some local bicyclists rode the route from Pocahontas to Emmetsburg. They were on a mission to look for anything that would hinder riders as they head to Emmetsburg. …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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All ballots for the primary voting in Palo Alto County were counted and released for publication by 9:15p.m. Tuesday. Auditor Carmen Moser stated that 14% of eligible voters cast a ballot. …
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Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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WILLIE WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY -- This musical fantasy film came to life last Thursday at the Emmetsburg Public Library. To encourage kids to read during the summer the Library introduced the …
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6/3/22
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The 21st Street Group Home in Emmetsburg has a new addition.In memory of Jimmy Frederick, the Frederick family designed, donated and installed a patio last week. It is on the north side of the …
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Diane Weiland
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6/3/22
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