The Lee County Fair Horse Show wrapped up Wednesday morning with exhibitors earning championship honors across halter, showmanship, horsemanship, and speed events as the 2026 fair got underway.
Madison Koller was named Champion Halter, with Karter Dauma earning Reserve Champion Halter. Lane Palmer claimed Champion Halter Pony and Mule, while Baylor Craine was named Reserve Champion.
In showmanship competition, Bailey Palmer captured the Senior championship, Madison Koller won Intermediate, and Lane Palmer took top honors in the Junior division.
Horsemanship champions included Bailey Palmer in the Senior division, Madison Koller in Intermediate, and Karter Dauma in Junior.
The speed events saw Bailey Palmer win Senior Flags, Senior Pole Bending, and Senior Barrel Racing. Jessa Hawk earned Junior Flags and Junior Barrel Racing titles, while Lane Palmer claimed the Junior Pole Bending championship.
The Lee County Fair continues through Sunday with livestock shows, entertainment, and grandstand events at the fairgrounds in Donnellson.
Thank you to Pilot Grove Savings Bank, Northeast Animal Hospital, and Newberry Towing for partnering with us to bring you these fair results.
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