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August 3-9, 2014 Published by The Independent Newsgroup 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, MI • 989-723-1118 www.owossoindependent.com Facebook: Independent Newsgroup All rights reserved. Reproduction available with publisher consent. Page 2 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 3 Welcome to the Fair! This is our 27th year at the Hibbard Road location; it’s unbelievable how time flies by when you’re having fun! I am VERY proud to be part of the success of our fair. It gives our youth a great place to have fun and learn, all at the same time. It’s also a terrific place for the adults in the county to meet and greet- and renew long-time friendships. There’s so much to see and do! Come out and be part of one of the county’s best events throughout the year – right here at the Shiawassee County Fair!

Friends, Family, Fun – that’s what it’s all about.

Have a great Fair,

Ric Crawford, Fair Manager

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Senior Week Long Gate Pass $8.00 Single, $15.00 Couple EMILY RITTER (right) was crowned Miss Shiawas- Family Week Long Gate Pass see County Fair for 2014 during a Pageant at the Lyle For Unlimited Entry ALL WEEK LONG! Davis Fair Office’s Community Room on Saturday after- 2 Adults & Children under 16 - $20.00 noon, April 26. Her attendant is Lindsay Richmond (left). Available at the Fair Office Ritter, 18, a senior at Byron High School, will attend Lansing Community College in the fall and plans to HAVE YOUR HAND STAMPED BEFORE transfer to MSU. Richmond, 19, graduated from Co- LEAVING THE FAIRGROUNDS AND YOU MAY runna High School and attends Iowa State University. RE-ENTER AT NO CHARGE. (Independent File Photo/BILL CONSTINE)

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Masters of the Chainsaw Ben Risney – Wood Sculpture 3 Carving Shows Daily Auction of carvings will be held on Friday, August 8 at 6 p.m. in the Arena. A carving will be raffled every night in the 2nd Annual Grandstand. Two will be raffled on Saturday night. Kiwanis Kow Plop Thursday, August 7th at 2 p.m. in the Main Arena at the Fairgrounds. Ticket sales will end at 12 p.m. on the day of the event. Winning Plop $1,000 • 4 – 2nd Prizes of $150 All proceeds will go to 4-H, Shiawassee County Fair, Shiawassee-Owosso Kiwanis Club. 100% of proceeds will remain in Shiawassee County. Tickets available for any Shiawassee-Owosso Kiwanis member or call: 989-720-5072. THIS STEER was Reserve Champion 2013 in the dairy division, shown here with Nick Satkowiak of Byron. Tickets $5.00 • Shiawassee-Owosso Kiwanis (Independent File Photo/ELIZABETH WEHMAN) Marrs Furniture the little brown building with BIG SAVINGS! TV Stands - Curio Cabinets - Hutches Dinettes - Cedar Chests - Futons Starting at Nobody Beats Marrs Deals $ 1544 E. M-21, Owosso • 989-723-5436 2799 MON.-SAT. 9:30-6, CLOSED SUNDAY www.marrsfurniture.com

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RIDE ALL WEEK FOR ONE PRICE WITH THE THURSDAY – KIDS DAY “MEGA RIDE BAND” $15 Armbands – Noon to 11 p.m. or $10 for Ten Rides

Available in the Fair Office now for $60. FRIDAY As of August 3, Fair Week, $70. $20 Armbands – 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.

MONDAY SATURDAY CARNIVAL OPENS: 5 p.m. Tickets only until closing $15 Armbands – 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets Only 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. TUESDAY – TEEN DAY $15 Armbands – 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. or $10 for Ten Rides

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Message to Voters: I have spent my legal career in the private practice of law representing ordinary people who have encountered a situation in life that requires legal help to resolve. It may be a divorce, a child custody issue, a criminal matter, a boundary line dispute or other real estate problem, a suit between business partners, medical malpractice, personal injury, or many things that can affect us as we go about our lives. I have represented my clients from the standpoint of an emphatic counselor, a legal coach, a problem solver, and a mediator. Serving individuals and families is what has prepared me to ﬁ ll the Circuit Court Judgeship. I am fair, open-minded, committed to a safe community, and a Navy Veteran. I promise I will make a difference! - Matt Stewart

I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR VOTE ON AUGUST 5TH, 2014 Local Attorney Statements: I know of no attorney practicing in this county who can match Matt Stewart’s work ethic. In addition, we need a judge who has signifi cant private practice experience, because a court which doesn’t understand the expense involved for a litigant or private attorney attending court, is out of touch with the realities of our judicial system. Matt Stewart is the only candidate with signifi cant private practice experience. He is the only candidate whose paycheck depends on his own initative. - William C. Brown, Attorney at Law The best candidate for Circuit Court Judge is Matt Stewart. He has the broadest legal knowledge and deepest legal experience of all candidates seeking the offi ce. He is the most accessible candidate, and demonstrates the necessary temperament, sound judgment, fundamental fairness and common sense for the job. - Rebecca C. McClear, Attorney at Law ELECT MATT STEWART SHIAWASSEE CIRCUIT JUDGE

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THESE RIDERS with their horses were in the final competition for the Champion Horse at the 2013 Shiawassee Coun- ty Fair. They are shown here nervously awaiting the results of their final fair competition. (Independent File Photo/ ELIZABETH WEHMAN)

Good Luck to everyone participating in the 2014 Shiawassee County Fair! RIDENOURS AUTO REPAIR, INC. Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Come see us for all your General Repair needs, Oil Changes, Tires, and Custom Exhaust Work. Skilled Mechanics (517) 625-4210

421 S. Main St. • P.O. Box #478 • Perry, MI 48872 RIDENOURS TOWING - 24 HOURS - (517) 202-1887 Page 12 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 13 H H H 2014 Schedule of Events H H H Sunday, August 3 Concert – Live in the Show Tent Veterans Day The Lawson Family – Gospel Music 6:30-8:30 pm Talented band well known for their Gospel music Food Drive Contest – All week long Pet food collected will go to the Shiawassee Humane Society. Food collected will go to the Shia- 9 pm $100 drawing in the Commercial Building wassee Hunger Network for distribution within Shiawassee County. Bring your donations to the Main Show Arena. The Shiawassee County Fair is A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- a part of a nationwide competition with State and County Fairs all working stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the towards seeding a change to feed those who are hungry in our county. “BOWL” where he is carving.

Skerbeck Brothers Shows, Inc. Grandstand Opening Day! Ride Special T.T.P.A. Modified Truck and Tractor Pull/Semi-Truck Pull Last Day Mega Ride Bands are available for $60 Start time: 4 pm Adults $10.00 • Children $5.00 Activities www.ttpa.com 8 am Flag Raising Ceremony 8:15 am Sunrise Service MONDAY, AUGUST 4 9 am Pancake Breakfast Barn vs. Barn Food Drive Competition 10 am-3 pm Car and Semi-Truck Show Kick off with ABC Channel 12. Drop off in appropriate barn’s box in the (Registration at 8 am) Arena. Winners receive a donation to be used within their barn.

Judging Schedule FREE SURREY RIDES DAILY 9 am Horses-Cloverbuds – P.E.P. Riders Activities 9 am Dogs – Obedience and Showmanship Judging 5 am-7 am Food Drive Contest Kick-off with ABC 12. 9 am Exhibit Building – Open and Adult Competition between barns 1 pm Poultry Showmanship, Cloverbuds and Waterfowl 7 pm Talent Show-Dance Competition (6:30 Check-in) followed by Market Ducks and Geese Pre-registration required. 2 pm Swine Showmanship Continued on Page 13

Baker Insurance Agency Call Bill, Jed, Bob, Pat or Tom 11927 Main St., Lennon 810-621-3400 We are independent agents proudly representing Page 12 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 13 2014 Schedule of Events MONDAY, AUGUST 4 Continued from Page 12 Grandstand – Draft Horse Pull Judging Schedule Old-Fashioned Fun for the whole family! 9 am Swine Market Show Start time: 7 pm 9 am Rabbit and Cavy Judging & Showmanship– FREE! Open/Youth 9 am Horses – Youth Tuesday, AUGUST 5 9 am Goats – Youth TEEN DAY 6:30 pm Dogs – Cloverbuds Food Drive Contest Continues … Drop off in the Arena. Carnival Rides 5 pm Carnival OPENS – tickets ONLY or Mega Ride Activities Bands all day until closing 11 am Teen Contests and Fun, Bean Bag Toss, Scavenger Hunt, Cookie Contest, Pull the Tractor Concert – Live in the Show Tent and more!!! Talent Show Dance Competition TBA K-9 Demonstrations 7 pm Local Talent at its BEST! Enter as a dancer or 5 pm Pizza Eating Contest (4 pm sign-up) cheer for your friends! Pre-registration is required. TEENS ONLY!

9 pm $100 drawing in the Commercial Building Judging Schedule A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- 8 am Horses – Youth stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the 9 am-3 pm Youth Dairy Show “BOWL” where he is carving. 9 am-4 pm Sheep Showmanship and Sheep Market Show 9 am Poultry – Market Poultry Wild World of Animals (Chickens, Turkeys & Pigeons) The Wild World of Animals is one of the most memorable shows you will 4 pm-8 pm Beef Market Show ever see! Don’t miss it! 6 pm Dogs – Team Judging TODAY 2 pm, 6 pm & 8 pm, also Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Satur- day. Thursday 12 pm, 2 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm Continued on Page 14

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Wild World of Animals Activities Tuesday Show times 2 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm 11:30 am – 1 pm Senior Picnic – Black Pavilion near Free Show tent Your whole family will love this show! sponsored by Riverside Market 1 pm Bingo, Awards, Music by the Draft Horse Barn Band Concert - Live in the Show Tent! 1 pm Antique Tractor Clubs – Rally and Parade The Brian Randall Band TBA K-9 Demonstrations 7 pm Talent Show – Musical Competition (6:30 check-in) 7 pm-9 pm Modern Country Music, www.brianrandallband.com 6 pm-7 pm 3 Minutes to Oblivion Judging Schedule 9 pm $100 drawing in the Commercial Building 9 am-12 Noon Beef Showmanship 9 am Horses – Youth FREE SURREY RIDES DAILY 9 am Goats – Open A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- 9 am Breeding Poultry and Misc. Fowl stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the 1 pm Beef Breeding “BOWL” where he is carving. 4 pm Dogs – Cloverbud Agility 4:30 pm Dogs – Agility Grandstand – Super Kicker Rodeo 7 pm 4-H Dairy Team Workout Start time: 7 pm Adults: $10.00 • Children $5.00 Concert - Live in the Show Tent! www.superkickerrodeo.com Talent Show Musical Competition

Ride the Mechanical Bull before and during the Rodeo Show in the Grand- 7 pm Share your musical talent or cheer for your friends. stand. Challenge your “inner cowboy” and compete with your friends on (6:30 pm check-in) Pre-registration is required the Wild Bucking Bull. Continued on Page 18 Oakley Bike Run Assoc. & Family Tavern present our ACKER Sweet 16 Annual Bike Run Sept. 12, 13 & 14, 2014 AGENCY, INC. at the Family Tavern in Oakley 101 N. Saginaw St., Durand, MI TODD ACKER • Bike Run Sat. sign up 8-12 • Music Fri. & Sat. 989-288-2678 • Great Food Served Daily until 2am We are independent agents proudly representing For more info. contact Randy at (989) 666-7842 or Carol at (989) 529-8017 Family Tavern 116 W. Second St., Oakley DEISLER MARSH ELECTRIC, INC. MONUMENT In Business Since 1962 Memories Designed For All Times We Now Offer A Full Line Of Automatic Generators OWNED AND OPERATED FREE QUOTES - CALL US! 989-288-6993 BY THE MARSH FAMILY SINCE 1931 Residential, Commercial & Industrial 8978 E. Lansing Rd. • Durand • [email protected] 8966 E. Lansing Rd., Durand • 989-288-5336 Visit our website: www.DeislerElectric.com Page 14 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 15

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1500 E. Main St., Owosso, MI 2010 E. Main St., Owosso, MI 989-725-2184 • 800-725-2188 989-725-8106 • 866-251-7304 Page 16 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 17 2013 GRANDSTAND SCHEDULE Ticket booth opens one (1) hour before each show Sunday, August 3 Start Time: 4 p.m. - OPENING DAY! Thursday, August 7 Start time: 7 p.m. T.T.P.A. Modified Truck and Tractor Pull/Semi-Truck Pull GEE HAH TEAMSTERS CLASSIC Adults $10 Children $5 www.ttpa.com 2014 Cornhuskers Competition FREE!!!!! Monday, August 4 Start time: 7 p.m. Draft Horse Pull - FREE! Friday, August 8 Start time: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 5 Start time: 7 p.m. U.S.A. Figure 8 Derby/Demolition Derby Super Kicker Rodeo Adults $10 Children $5 www.usademoderby.com Adults $10 Children $5 www.superkickerrodeo.com Saturday, August 9 Start time: 5 p.m. Wednesday, August 6 Start time: 7:30 p.m. Combine Demolition Derby U.S.A. Enduro Derby/Pickup Truck Demolition Derby Adults $10 Children $5 Adults $10 Children $5 www.usademoderby.com 2014 Shiawassee County Car & Semi-Truck Show Opening Day, Sunday, August 3 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Registration starts at 8 a.m. AWARDS PRESENTED AT 2:30 p.m. Car Class open to pickups, motorcycles, Semi-Trucks POKER WALK dune buggies and specialty vehicles. • Dash plaques to first 100 entries 12 Noon to 2 p.m. All vehicles will be judged together. • Wall plaque to Top 10 vehicles • Dash plaques to first 100 entries • Wall plaque to Best of Show Come for the show and stay for the Truck and Tractor Pull in the Grandstand! • Wall plaque to Top 10 vehicles Door Prizes drawn throughout the day. • Wall plaque to Best of Show See website for details: • Food vendors on-site www.shiawasseecountyfair.com • Automotive vendor on-site

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Wild World of Animals Monday thru Saturday The Wild World of Animals is a fast-paced, full of energy, entertaining and educational program featuring a variety of animals – reptiles, birds and mam- mals – including: American alligator, alligator snap- ping turtle, albino monocle cobra, reticulated python, European eagle owl, blue and gold macaw, opos- sum, binturong, spot-nose guenon (monkey) and an African spotted leopard or hyena. LAST YEAR’S SHIAWASSEE COUNTY Fair Queen You will learn interesting animal facts, laugh at their Christina Beach, of Durand, served cold water at the Senior antics and witness their amazing natural abilities. Picnic. Christina was the first junior to try out. (Independent File Photo/NATALIE BRODA) You will find out how these animals interact in nature and how important they are to us as part of our world. Don’t blink or you may miss an animal run- Did You Know? ning, slithering, jumping or flying across our stage! The first Ferris Wheel was designed and constructed The Wild World of Animals is one of the most by George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. for the 1893 memorable shows you will ever see; prepare for World’s Exposition in Chicago. The London Eye was smiles of delight and maybe even a chance to par- the world’s tallest Ferris Wheel from 1999 to 2006. ticipate! Don’t miss it, Monday thru Saturday, August The current tallest is in Las Vegas and opened in 2014. 4 through the 9th!

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Lott Elevator, Inc. 1495 Cohoctah Road P.O. Box 279 Farm Real Estate, Residential, Commercial, Cohoctah, MI 48816 New Construction, Title Work 517-546-4202 Contact Annette Bueche or Catherine V. Schmidtfranz 301 N. Washington St., Owosso (first floor) Brian Lott • John Lott 989-472-4900 (fax) 989-472-4904 [email protected] [email protected] Page 18 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 19 2014 Schedule of Events WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6 Continued from Page 14 10:30 am – 1 pm ShiaAlley Clowns 9 pm $100 drawing in the Commercial Building 1 pm Antique Tractor Clubs – Rally and Parade 2 pm Kiwanis Kow Plop in the Arena Wild World of Animals TBA K-9 Demonstration Wednesday 2 pm, 6 pm & 8 pm 4 pm – 5:30 pm Taste of Michigan – Shiawassee County Farm Bureau Carnival Rides Taste more than 20 Michigan products 1 pm – 11 pm $20 Armbands or MEGA BANDS all day

A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- Judging Schedule stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the 9 am – Noon Open Dairy Show “BOWL” where he is carving. 9 am – 3 pm Breeding Sheep – Open/Youth 9 am Horses – Youth Grandstand 9 am Poultry – Pigeons – Open/Youth U.S.A. Enduro Derby and Pickup Truck Demolition Derby 4 pm Dogs – Rally-O Start time: 7:30 pm 4:30 pm Communication Skills – Fair Office Adults: $10.00 • Children: $5.00 7 pm Parade of Champions, High School Senior www.usademoderby.com Recognition and Scholarships Awarded thursday, AUGUST 7 7:30 pm Showmanship Sweepstakes Kid’s Day Concert - Live in the Show Tent! Food Drive Contest continues….. Alan Turner & the Steel Horse Band Activities 7 pm Country music with a rock edge! 8:55 am Homing Pigeon Release – Poultry Barn 9 pm $100 drawing in the Commercial Building 10 am – 1 pm Face Painting, Treasure Hunt, Ring Toss, Ducks in the Water, Bowling and MORE! Wild World of Animals 10 am – 1 pm Memorial Healthcare Play Hospital Thursday Show Times: 12 pm, 2 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm. Don’t miss this Home Depot Craft Activity Area exciting show! 10 am – 2 pm Hunter Education Field Day Continued on Page 19

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A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- Judging Schedule stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the 4 pm Horses – Speed & Action Horse Show, “BOWL” where he is carving. Freestyle Riding

Grandstand Concert - Live in the Show Tent! Gee Hah Teamsters Classics – Gentle Giants Obstacle Course Fun Talent Show Finals Draft Horse Driving Skills and Obstacle Course Games 7 pm The three (3) first place competitors from Monday New! Corn Huskers Competition (Sign up in the Draft Horse Barn before and Wednesday compete for Top Honors! or in the Grandstand as you arrive) 9 pm Last of six $100 Drawings in the Commercial Building Start time: 7 pm FREE! Wild World of Animals Friday show times at 2 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm. Bring the whole family!!! friday, AUGUST 8 Food Drive Contest continues…… Carnival Rides 1 pm – 11 pm: $20 Armbands or MEGA BANDS all day Purchasing an animal from the Jr. Livestock Association Auction and do- nating it to the Shiawassee Hunger Network (SHN) will help support our A Ben Risney Chainsaw Carving will be raffled off each night in the Grand- 4-H and FFA youth and thousands of your neighbors in Shiawassee Coun- stand. Raffle tickets will be available in the Commercial Building and the ty. Stop at the Shiawassee Hunger Network table just inside the door of “BOWL” where he is carving. the Arena on sale day. Grandstand Jr. Livestock Auction U.S.A. Demolition Derby Figure 8 Derby 11:30 am Swine and Sheep Auction Start time: 7:30 pm 7 pm Market Beef Auction Adults: $10.00 • Children: $5.00 www.usademoderby.com Continued on Page 20

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Sunday, August 3 – The Lawson Family is a talented gospel music band Guests are invited to bring a blanket and friends. Show is from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, August 4 – Talent Show – Dance Competition: Lo- cal talent at its best. Enter as a dance or cheer for your friends. Pre-registration is required. Show begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 5 – The Brian Randall Band brings modern country music to our stage. Show time is 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, August 6 – Talent Show – Musical Competi- tion: Share your musical talent! Pre-registration is required. Show begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, August 7 – Alan Turner & the Steel Horse Band STEVEN HAGADON, a Cloverbud, took his performs country music with a rock edge! Show time is 7 p.m. photography to be judged at the 2013 Shiawas- see County Fairgrounds. Friday, August 8 – Talent Show Finals will be held for the top Hagadon’s photos were taken at home. The Clo- three (3) first place competitors from the Monday and Wednes- verbud 4-H group includes ages four through day night talent shows to win top honors. This show begins at eight, who are not eligible to be a 4-H member 7 p.m. yet. Club members need to be age nine to participate in the youth exhibits at the Shiawassee Saturday, August 9 – SHOUT! This Beatles tribute band will County Fair. perform a fantastic tribute to the 50th year anniversary of the (Independent File Photo/ Fab Four! Show begins at 7 p.m. ELIZABETH WEHMAN)

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NUMEROUS FAIR GOERS can enjoy such annual treats as pizza, fries, elephant ears and cold beverages. See the map on page 33 to lo- cate concessions. (Independent File Photo/ KAREN MEAD-ELFORD)

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Spring found the Blazing Saddles 4-H Club busy with parade practice so they could participate in the Railroad Day’s and Morrice Homecoming parades. In June, the group took on trail riding near Custer, Michigan enjoying the Federal Forest. The group has also helped out in the 4-H Food Stand. The Blazing Saddles Club consists of the following members: (left to right) Xeonna Fields, Ashley DeFrenn, Hunt- er DeFrenn, Corbin Fuja, Becky Miller, Suzan Miller, Shaylee Sherman, Faith Lovelace, Skylee Sherman, Olivia Hohman, Emily Dusenbury, Zoe Hohman, Abbeygayle Lykins, Dustin Copeland and Carli Parker. Cody Bradberry and Rylie Parker were not available for the photo. The club is currently at the fairgrounds on Wednesday evenings, practicing for their participation in this year’s Shiawassee County Fair. Don’t forget to look for their group in the horse barn.

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CHAINSAW WOOD SCULPTURE by Ben Risney will be auctioned on Fri- day, August 8 at 6 p.m. in the Arena. For more information on Ben Risney, see page 4. (Independent File Photo/ KAREN MEAD-ELFORD)

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This club has been a part of Shiawassee County 4-H Clubs for years. Leaders are Clay and Amy Conklin as well as Justin and Leann Kurney. Twenty one members are in the 4-H club. Some are shown here and include: (Front row, from left) Lauren Riley, Wyatt Rosser, Brett Riley, Tilman Zsigo, Calvin Cody, Hailey Throne, Melanie Kurney, Taylor Throne, Ryleigh Sim- mons. (Back row, from left) Jack Welte, Kyleigh Conklin, Jessica Cameron, Paige Isaac, Rheanna Zsigo, Rebekah Riley, Skye Whitcomb, Emily Lange, Madison Spencer. Those unavailable to be in the club photo include: Morgan Nations, Cody Conklin, Max Nations, McKenna Sovis and Allie Pumford. Eight members of the club will be showing beef, twelve members are showing pigs and two will participate in the sheep competitions. (Courtesy Photo)

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Page 30 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 31 Cowabunga Critters Boots and Bridles Horse Club The group of 4-H members are from Ovid and Owosso and specialize in rabbits. Members also enjoy making items for display in the exhibit barn. The fun activities this group enjoys doing is camping out and participating in the ARBA rabbit shows. They enjoy participating in the parades around the Shiawassee County area. They are a small group, but leaders say, “We love to just have fun.” Cowabunga Critters 4-H group will be in the rabbit/poultry barn during the 2014 Shiawassee County Fair. New members are always welcome to join in the fun. Cowabunga Critters members are: Leaders Donna and Dan Hall, and Deb Vaclavik, parent volunteers are Mike and Sarah Saylor and Mike Weiderer. Members include: Caleb Hall and Christian Weiderer. Cloverbud members are Callie Hall, Nova Saylor and Lily Saylor. Leader Kate Mazich is in charge of the Boots and Bri- Did You Know? dles Horse Club. The club will be entering into competition at this year’s Shiawassee County Fair. The Homing Pigeon is a domestic pigeon bred to find Club members include: Taya Baker, Lauren Barnes, its way home over distances. A male Homing Pigeon is Jaden Chamberlain, Morgan Chamberlain, Au- called a cock and a female is called a hen. tumn Dunckel, Sydney Dunckel, Hannah Rawza and Watch the Homing Pigeon Release at 8:55 a.m. on Sheyenne Ridenour. Thursday, August 7 from the Poultry Barn. (Courtesy Photo) See map on page 33.

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This is the 44th year, as a Shiawas- Twelve year member Katie (Bule- order) Nicole VanFleteren, Heather see County 4-H Club, for the Happy more) Hartsuff joined the leadership Kitchen, Tennelle Sumner, Hannah Horsemen. The club was originally in 2003 and took full reins as the Miller, Gabrielle Sumner, Elayna started by Charlie and Cathy Tap- main leader following the 2012 Fair. Sherwood, Madison Chmiko, Juli- house, and also led in years to follow Katie is assisted by co-leaders Emily ana Wolf, Megan Mahoney, Austin by two of their children Theresa (Ta- Mosciski and Allison Anderson. Mahoney, Rylee Thayer, and Brit- phouse) Stewart and Joe Taphouse The 2014 club has 12 members tany Clark. and wife, Sharon. which include: (in no particular (Courtesy Photo)

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The Hoofprints 4-H Club is based in art, photos, crops and photography other times during the summer horse the Owosso area and members are and exhibit their projects at the Shia- shows held at the fairgrounds. youth 5 to 19 years old from Owosso wassee County Fair. Club members in the photo: (left to as well as Perry and Morrice. The Members meet weekly during the right) Abby Kalmar, Zachary Helps, Club was formed in 1985 by cur- summer for practices with their hors- Cody Proudfoot, Kylie Helps (on rent leader Mary Schwab, assisted es. Some members compete at other foot), Dylan Kalmar, Ashley Abrams, by co-leaders, Sandi DuBarns and levels including High School Eques- Ian and Anna Klein, Becca Scott and Elaine Cook. trian teams as well as open shows Alex Proudfoot. Alysha Freeman and The main project area is horses, yet and the State 4-H Horse Show. Club Austin Abrams were not available for members also have projects in other members help out at the 4-H Food the photo. areas including: poultry, woodworking, Stand during Fair week as well as at (Courtesy Photo) Proud to Support the COUNTY F John Deere Gator TX SHIAWASSEE The high quality of John Deere at the low prices of D&G Equipment!

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The Hush Puppies are working hard preparing for the Members of the Hush Puppies (in no particular order) Fair. During the winter months, the group has monthly include: Chad Andres, Hailey Andres, Alizabeth Ariss, business meetings. The club participates in community Alexis Ariss, Sydney Nichols, Hayley Nichols, Michael service projects throughout the year. Butcher, Brittney Butcher, Dakota Mellen, Cheyenne The 4-H members will be ready to show the community Mellen, Tyler Reynolds, Katie Marsh, Sara Long, Hunter what they have learned at the Fair. They will be partici- Glew, Makayla Jacobs. The leaders are Lori Weisen- pating in shows during the week. burger and Sherrill Weisenburger. (Courtesy Photo)

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Over the past year, the New Lothrop FFA has been Also, the members of The New Lothrop FFA partici- doing more than just preparing their hogs, steers, lambs, pated in leadership contests at the district, regional and horses, and other projects for the Shiawassee County state level. These contests included creed speaking, par- Fair. The 120 students of the chapter have also been par- liamentary procedure, prepared public speaking, job in- ticipating in community service projects such as Food for terview, junior high conduct of meetings and agricultural America (shown above), where members brought their issues. The agricultural issues team moved onto the state agricultural knowledge and animals to the school, in or- level where they received silver. All involved did an excel- der to educate elementary students on where their food lent job. comes from and the importance of agriculture. Members New Lothrop FFA would like to thank its numerous also took the time to plan a trip to a local nursing home, supporters and alumni. The club hopes to see you at where they gave residents Christmas cards and took time the Fair. to visit with them. (Courtesy Photo)

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On Target 4-H Shooting Sports Club is hitting the bulls- tions to teach archery, rifle, shotgun and muzzle loading. eye when it comes to helping young people enjoy their ar- The club utilizes the Shiawassee County Conservation chery experience. Mick Sigafoose is the Club Leader and Club facility for many of its meetings and is grateful for Shooting Sports instructor. Larry and Jennifer Weichel their continued support of the program. are certified 4-H Shooting Sports leaders and serve as The On Target 4-H Club runs a 12-week indoor ar- project leaders for the club. These leaders have certifica- chery league (January–April) and plans 3D shoots at a Continued on Page 40 New Parts THE SHIFT SHOP for Old TRANSMISSIONS Tractors

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variety of locations during the spring and summer. The club members have the opportunity to learn about safety, their equipment and can develop their skills in an environment that is focused on positive youth development through shooting sports. Seven members of the club attended the Clare County 4-H Archery Tourna- ment and participated in target and 3D individual and team events. They had a great time enjoying the course and participating in the shoot. The club has several members who will participate in the State 4-H Shooting Sport Tournament on August 9 in Port Huron. Last year, three members from the club participated in the State 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament and they each captured a place in the top 20 in their age bracket. As the club looks forward to the new program year they hope to expand their meetings to offer rifle and shotgun to the members who are interested. The members have the opportunity to participate in as many disciplines as they chose so families can decide which of these fit their budget and their schedules. Members and leaders in the photo include: (Back row, from left) Jenni- fer Weichel, Maria Gross, Renae Williams, Hailey Andres, Andrew Weichel, Chad Andres, Andrew Drentlaw, Joseph Kulhanek, Sean Dewley and Mick Sigafoose. (Front row, from left) Claire Gross, Bradley Williams, Jack Weichel, Jack Livingston, Evan Livingston, Tyler Dewley, Victor Shubtowski. Front row: Larry Weichel. SHIAWASSEE FAIR Memories. For more information about the On Target 4-H Shooting Sports Club please (Independent File Photo) email us at [email protected]. (Courtesy Photo)

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The Rangers 4-H Club has had another successful year in and out of the horse arena. These photos are from their annual Christmas caroling party. The horse club currently has 18 families and 31 members, and is led by Joan Spindler, Mary Mallory, Erin Randolph, Tim Spiess, Laura Meyer and Robin Stechschulte. Young adult leaders are Continued on Page 43

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450 S. West St. Henderson, MI 48841 (989) 725-7933 Page 48 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 49 Vernon Area Livestock 4-H Club The Vernon Area Livestock Club will be participating in this year’s Shiawassee County Fair. The members will be showing market steer, hogs, rabbits and sheep. Members of the club include: (in no particular order) Daniel Sprague, Micah Sprague, Andrew John- son, Hannah Johnson, Gabe Johnson, Haley Zdunic, Allison Zdunic, Mackenzie Panchek, Shelby Leydig, Sydney Leydig, Samantha Leydig, Olivia Holek, Bai- ley Nichols, Amber Szakal, KayLynn Godfrey, Tyler Stroub, Kyle Stroub and Mark Hildebrandt. (Courtesy Photo)

AN ANTIQUE TRACTOR parades through the Shia- wassee Fairgrounds mid-day on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2013. Many of the tractors have been restored, some- times costing upwards of $15,000. Some tractors tote friends and family, while others cruise solo. (Independent File Photo/ NATALIE BRODA)

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This year’s Shiawassee County 4-H Camp was held at beautiful Camp Neyati located on Crooked Lake in Lake Station from June 28-30. Counselors, ages 13-19, selected a Zoofari theme for this year and designed a program full of activities for campers, ages 7-12, to enjoy during this two night, three day experience. Barry Link and Jennifer Weichel served as Co-Directors for the camp and provided training to the Teen Counsel- ors from February to June. Thirty-two teen counselors attended training which included three evening meetings, two full day trainings, on-site training and an overnight at Potter Park Zoo where they did research on habitats, eco-systems and animals. Through the Camp Counselor experience they learned leadership skills, communica- tions skills, youth development basics, teamwork, responsibility and so much more. Continued on Page 51 Page 50 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 51

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FAIR Memories. (Independent File Photos) 4-H Council Presents 4-H Awards The Shiawassee County 4-H Council held its annual awards brunch on February 2 at the Memorial Healthcare Auditorium. 168 people attended. 77 project medals were given out. To qualify for a project medal, the 4-H member must have at least three years in a project area. Rabbits, Horses, Food & Nutrition and Photography were some of the medal categories. The highest award in a county is the Key Club Award. To receive the Key Club Award, an individual must show that they have worked exceptionally well in their project areas and have demonstrated leadership, and have taken their abilities outside of our county to the state level. Key Club Award winners were cousins Alex Stechschulte and Aubrey Stechschulte. Both have shown in the horse and pony category, as well as art and photography. Each has attended several leadership conferences at Kettunen Center in Tustin, Michigan, and have shown their projects at the state level. Alex has also received a state ribbon for his photography. The I Dare You Award is given to individuals in high school who have shown leadership abilities inside and outside of 4-H (FFA, Student Council, etc). The I Dare You winners this year were Matthew Swett and Samantha Hahn. The Citizen Washington Focus (CWF) awards were given to Dane Sebasta and Alex Stechschulte. CWF is a learning lab about our national government held in Washington D.C. Sebasta and Stechschulte represented the 4-H youth of Shiawassee County in late June of this year. To learn more about how to get involved in 4-H in Shiawassee County, contact the Shiawassee County Exten- sion office at (989) 743-2251.

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THE SUPER KICKER RODEO show was highlighted in the Grandstand on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at the 2013 Shia- wassee County Fair. Despite the threat of rain, lots of fair AGILITY competition for the dogs was held on Wednesday goers came out for the show to watch team roping, bull beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Shiawassee County Fair. Agil- riding, bronc riding (as shown here), barrel racing and just ity is a sport in which dog and handler complete a course of all around rodeo fun. obstacles where the dog is required to change body direction Many of the night’s entertainers at the rodeo event were in an efficient manner using balance, coordination, speed, from Shiawassee County and nearby cities in Michigan. reflexes, strength and endurance. This competitor is shown This year’s Super Kicker Rodeo will be Tuesday, Aug. 5 taking her dog through the paces of the agility course. at 7 p.m. See page 14 for more information. (Independent File Photos/ ELIZABETH WEHMAN) ••• Exploring Fun Fair Foods! ••• Cotton candy Corn dogs ular doughnuts, there is some- Cotton candy is a Foods served on thing to be said treat many people sticks, including about sweet- only eat at car- corn dogs, are a ened, chewy nivals or fairs. A staple of carni- dough fried to form of spun sug- vals because of Indy 1/4 for Shia Fair form a crunchy ar mixed with air their portability. outer shell. When to produce a large Corn dogs are dusted with pow- volume of sticky formed by dip- dered sugar, sweet cotton, cot- ping a hot dog the confection is ton candy was in- into a cornmeal complete. Funnel vented by dentist batter and frying cakes are a type William Morrison it. Many credit eryone of fried dough and confectioner Carl and Neil Wishing Ev regularly sold at John C. Wharton Fletcher with Fun at the fairs across North in 1897. It was the first “corny wassee America. Fun- 2014 Shia subsequently in- dog,” served at air! nel cakes were troduced to the the State Fair of County F once formed by public at the 1904 Texas in 1942. pouring batter World’s Fair as through a funnel “Fairy Floss.” Au- Funnel cakes into a hot pan tomatic cotton What would a car- of oil. Now it is candy machines nival be without usually done by help make cotton some variation pouring batter candy available 1907 W. Main St., Owosso of fried dough? from a pitcher or to market at car- From Spanish through an auto- nivals and fairs churros to Italian 989-723-1118 matic machine. Facebook: Independent Newsgroup • www.owossoindependent.com around the world. zeppoles to reg- Page 62 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup Page 63 Page 64 Shiawassee County Fair August, 2014 The Independent Newsgroup

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