WASHINGTON, Iowa — Youth exhibitors from across Washington County delivered an impressive showing at the 2025 Washington County Fair sheep competitions, demonstrating their dedication, preparation, and strong livestock handling skills across breeding, market, and specialty lamb divisions.

Breeding Sheep Results:

• Commercial Breeding Yearling Ewe:
  Champion – Ella Leyh
  Reserve Champion – Hunter Barnes

• Purebred Ewe Lamb:
  Champion – Lexton Fisher
  Reserve Champion – Javan Davis
  4th Overall Breeding Ewe – Lexton Fisher

• White or Speckled-Faced Commercial Breeding Ewe Lamb:
  Champion – Morgyn Nafziger
  Reserve Champion – Adelyn Huston
  3rd Overall Breeding Ewe – Morgyn Nafziger
  5th Overall Breeding Ewe – Adelyn Huston

• Black-Faced Commercial Breeding Ewe Lamb:
  Champion – Ella Greiner
  Reserve Champion – Ava Greiner
  Supreme Champion Breeding Ewe – Ella Greiner
  Supreme Reserve Champion Breeding Ewe – Ava Greiner

Market Sheep Results:

• Carcass Lamb Data:
  Champion – Kameron Tusing
  Reserve Champion – Luke Adam
  Top Ten Overall:

  • Covert Greiner (3rd)

  • Morgan Leichty (4th)

  • Dillon Layman (5th)

  • Rachelle Leichty (6th)

  • Makinley Davis (9th)

  • Adelyn Huston (8th)

  • Luke Adam (2nd)

• Dorset Market Lamb:
  Champion – Morgan Leichty
  Reserve Champion – Ella Leyh

• Hampshire Market Lamb:
  Champion – Ava Greiner
  Reserve Champion – Ella Greiner
  Grand Champion Individual Market Lamb – Ava Greiner
  5th Overall Market Lamb – Ella Greiner
  4th Overall Market Lamb – Ava Greiner

• Natural Market Lamb:
  Champion – Emma Greiner
  Reserve Champion – Conner Leyh
  Reserve Grand Champion Individual Market Lamb – Emma Greiner
  6th Overall Market Lamb – Conner Leyh

• Speckle Market Lamb:
  Champion – Rena Lyle
  Reserve Champion – Caedyn Huston
  8th Overall Market Lamb – Rena Lyle
  10th Overall Market Lamb – Caedyn Huston

• All Other Breeds:
  Champion – Ava Greiner
  Reserve Champion – Makinley Davis
  4th Overall Market Lamb – Ava Greiner
  9th Overall Market Lamb – Makinley Davis

• Crossbred Market Lamb:
  Champion – Ella Greiner
  Reserve Champion – Morgan Leichty
  3rd Overall Market Lamb – Ella Greiner
  7th Overall Market Lamb – Morgan Leichty
  Champion Senior Premier Exhibitor – Adelyn Huston
  Champion Junior Premier Exhibitor – Callie Brink

Pair of Lambs Results:

• Champion – Adelyn Huston

• Reserve Champion – Brysen Davis

Premier Exhibitor & Showmanship Honors:

• Champion Senior Showmanship – Jack Greiner

• Champion Intermediate Showmanship – Emma Greiner

• Champion Junior Showmanship – Callie Brink

• Champion Intermediate Premier Exhibitor – Ellyana Hahn

• Champion Senior Premier Exhibitor – Adelyn Huston

• Champion Junior Premier Exhibitor – Callie Brink

• Champion Top Gun Showmanship – Morgan Leichty

Washington County youth continue to uphold the strong tradition of agriculture and livestock excellence, and this year’s fair offered a clear example of their commitment and talent.

WASHINGTON, Iowa — Youth exhibitors from across Washington County impressed judges and spectators during this year’s Horse Show at the Washington County Fair. With numerous entries in halter, performance, and trail classes, young riders demonstrated their skills, preparation, and commitment to horsemanship.

Showmanship Champions

• Senior Showmanship Champion: Kaden Read (Washington Horse and Pony Club)

• Reserve Champion: Ellie Evans (Washington Horse and Pony Club)

• Intermediate Showmanship Champion: Charlee Read (Washington Horse and Pony Club)

• Reserve Champion: Vivienne Klein (76 Progressives)

• Junior Showmanship Champion: Lindsey Schneider (Green Acres)

• Reserve Champion: Sloan Chamberlain (Washington Horse and Pony Club)

Halter Class Champions

• Grand Champion Halter Pony: Lindsey Schneider (Green Acres)

• Reserve Grand Champion Halter Pony: Izley Hahn (Horse and Pony Club)

• Grand Champion Halter Horse: Vivienne Klein (76 Progressives)

• Reserve Grand Champion Halter Horse: Ellie Evans (Horse and Pony Club)

Performance Class Highlights

• Walk Trot Level 1 – Horse: Olivia Drum (Limecreek Limelights), Purple ribbon, 1st place

• Walk Trot Level 2 – Horse: Vivienne Klein (76 Progressives), Purple ribbon, 1st place

• Western Pleasure Level 2 – Horse: Charlee Read (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon, 1st place

• Ranch Horse Pleasure Level 2: Austin Black (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon, 1st place

• Western Horsemanship Level 1: Avery Drum (Limecreek Limelights), Purple ribbon, 1st place

Speed Event Winners

• Barrel Race Champion: Ellie Evans (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon

• Reserve Champion: Austyn Sexton (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon

• Pole Bending Champion: Ellie Evans (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon

• Reserve Champion: Austyn Sexton (Horse and Pony Club), Lavender ribbon

• Key Hole Race Champion: Ellie Evans (Horse and Pony Club), Purple ribbon

• Reserve Champion: Braydon Clough (Horse and Pony Club), Lavender ribbon

Trail Class Winners

• Trail Level 2 Champion: Ellie Evans

• Reserve Champion: Austin Black

• Trail Level 1 Champion: Olivia Drum

• Reserve Champion: Grace Puttmann

• Miniature Trail Champion: Bryce Roth

• Reserve Champion: Izley Hahn

The 2025 Washington County Fair Horse Show celebrated the hard work, training, and dedication of youth participants. Their passion for horsemanship and care for their animals was evident throughout the event.

WASHINGTON, Iowa — Washington County youth and their canine companions dazzled at the 2025 County Fair Dog Show, demonstrating strong bonds, discipline, and poise across agility, obedience, and showmanship competitions. Champions emerged in every division, with many exhibitors taking home multiple honors.

 Agility Champions

Novice Agility – Small Dogs

•  Champion: Cooper Boman (Bows & Bullets)

•  Reserve Champion: Mia Conrad (Dutch Creek Flyers)

Novice Agility – Medium Dogs

•  Champion: Charlee Read (Horse and Pony Club)

•  Reserve Champion: Charlee Read (Horse and Pony Club)

Novice Agility – Large Dogs

•  Champion: Emma Alderton (Prairie Pride)

•  Reserve Champion: Elijah Statler (Limecreek Livewires)

Obedience Standouts

Pre-Novice A (1st Year Dogs)

•  Champion: Olivia Jones (Bows & Bullets)

•  Reserve Champion: Austin Black (Horse and Pony Club)

Pre-Novice B (2nd Year Dogs)

•  Champion: Skylar Swift (Limecreek Limelights)

•  Reserve Champion: Jenna Puttmann (Limecreek Limelights)

Sub-Novice (3rd Year Dogs)

•  Champion: Bryce Roth (Horse and Pony Club)

•  Reserve Champion: Addison Skelton (Limecreek Limelights)

Novice (4th Year Dogs)

•  Champion: Bryce Roth (Horse and Pony Club)

•  Reserve Champion: Grace Puttmann (Limecreek Limelights)

Graduate Novice (5th Year Dogs)

•  Champion: Kennah Robertson (Limecreek Limelights)

•  Reserve Champion: Mia Conrad (Dutch Creek Flyers)

Special Recognition

• Grand Champion Dog Project: Jenna Puttmann (Limecreek Limelights)

•  Reserve Grand Champion Dog Project: Emma Alderton (Prairie Pride)

•  Most Improved Dog Project: Lucy Droll (Kalona Klassics)

 Showmanship Awards

Beginner (1st & 2nd Year Exhibitors)

•  Champion: Jenna Puttmann (Limecreek Limelights)

•  Reserve Champion: Finley Wood (Limecreek Limelights)

Advanced (3rd Year & Up Exhibitors)

•  Champion: Grace Puttmann (Limecreek Limelights)

•  Reserve Champion: Emma Alderton (Prairie Pride)

From first-year handlers to seasoned exhibitors, participants demonstrated strong dedication and preparation. The fair’s dog show not only highlighted skills in handling and training but also the compassion and joy of working with animals.

Congratulations to all the competitors for an outstanding show!

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa — The Henry County Board of Supervisors will convene for their regular weekly meeting on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the courthouse in Mount Pleasant. The agenda includes a range of business items, from approving claims and minutes to engaging with regional partners and addressing public safety measures.

A notable item on the docket is a public hearing on the county’s Open Burning Ordinance, providing residents with the opportunity to weigh in on potential changes to local regulations regarding outdoor burning. The ordinance is under review as officials aim to balance environmental concerns, public health, and rural practices.

Also scheduled is board action to approve a contract with the New London School District for School Resource Officer (SRO) services, continuing efforts to enhance school safety and community-police partnerships. The terms of the agreement, including funding and officer responsibilities, will be reviewed during the meeting.

The Supervisors are also expected to participate in a Zoom meeting with Mississippi Valley Workforce Development, likely to focus on regional workforce trends, training programs, and local employment initiatives.

The meeting is open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend or follow up with the Supervisors’ Office for additional information. The Henry County Courthouse is located at 100 E Washington St, Suite 202, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641.

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa — The Henry County Kiwanis Club is flipping pancakes and building community during their largest fundraiser of the year — the annual Gourmet Pancake Breakfast will be at the Fair this year, happening Saturday, July 19 from 6:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Henry County Fairgrounds.

For just $9 for adults and $5 for kids (with children under five eating free), fairgoers can enjoy unlimited pancakes and coffee, along with pop, water, eggs, and the club’s famous breakfast burrito available à la carte. New this year: convenient takeout options so you can grab breakfast on the go.

A portion of the proceeds goes directly to local youth programs and community service projects supported by the Henry County Kiwanis Club.

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa — The Henry County Engineer’s Office has announced that the Danville Road Bridge, located immediately north of 17091 Danville Road, is now open to thru traffic.

The bridge had been closed for replacement, and its reopening marks the completion of a key infrastructure improvement in the county’s road network.

County Engineer Brian J. Carter, P.E. & P.L.S., expressed appreciation to residents and drivers for their patience during the construction process.

Motorists are advised to resume normal travel along this route.

WASHINGTON, Iowa – The Milking Shorthorn division at the 2025 Washington County Fair’s Dairy Cattle Show saw outstanding performances by siblings Emma and Tyler Alderton of the Prairie Pride club. Their efforts not only showcased top-quality cattle but also excellent showmanship.

Milking Shorthorn Junior Yearling Results

• Champion Milking Shorthorn: Tyler Alderton

• Reserve Champion Milking Shorthorn: Emma Alderton

In addition to taking top breed honors, both exhibitors earned top showmanship titles:

• Senior Showmanship Champion: Tyler Alderton

• Intermediate Showmanship Champion: Emma Alderton

Placings Recap

• Emma Alderton showed entry #954, earning a purple ribbon and first place in her class, as well as the Intermediate Showmanship title.

• Tyler Alderton exhibited entries #1131 and #1132, earning both blue and purple ribbons, with #1132 taking Champion Milking Shorthorn and the Senior Showmanship title.

This strong showing from the Alderton siblings highlights the depth of talent and preparation seen across Washington County’s 4-H and FFA youth.

Congratulations to the Prairie Pride club and all participants in this year’s dairy show!

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WASHINGTON, Iowa – The 2025 Washington County Fair’s Breeding Beef Show brought out some of the county’s top young livestock exhibitors, showcasing both skill and dedication to animal care and showmanship. Youth from across Washington County participated in a variety of categories, earning ribbons, titles, and championship honors. The Limecreek Livewires, Dutch Creek Flyers, Mid-Prairie FFA, and several other clubs were well represented at the top of the competition.

Major Champions

• Supreme Grand Champion Breeding Heifer: Graci Hershberger, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Cow-Calf Pair: Lauren McWhirter, Franklin Cubs

• Champion Produce Heifer: Peighton Ford, Mid-Prairie FFA

• Champion Simmental: Peighton Ford, Mid-Prairie FFA

• Champion Maintainer: Kenna Holmes, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Commercial Heifer: Brynn Younge, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Junior Showman: Brystol Younge, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Intermediate Showman: Graci Hershberger, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Senior Showman: Brynn Younge, Limecreek Livewires

Category Highlights

Cow-Calf Pairs

• Champion: Lauren McWhirter, Franklin Cubs

• Reserve Champion: Caynan Peak, Limecreek Livewires

Returning Bucket Bottle Heifers

• Champion: Elena Koch, Limecreek Livewires

• Reserve Champion: Lucas Bender, 76 Progressives

Produce of Former Heifer Project

• Champion: Peighton Ford, Mid-Prairie FFA

• Reserve Champion: Blake Sheetz, Washington Go-Getters

Purebred Heifers

• Champion Maintainer: Kenna Holmes, Limecreek Livewires

• Reserve Champion Maintainer: Nickolas Peck, Limecreek Livewires

• Champion Simmental: Peighton Ford, Mid-Prairie FFA

• Reserve Champion Simmental: Kestyn Holmes, Limecreek Livewires

• Reserve Champion Foundation Simmental: Eve Stoutner, Limecreek Livewires

Commercial Heifers

• Champion: Brynn Younge, Limecreek Livewires

• Reserve Champion: Kinley Holmes, Limecreek Livewires

• 4th Overall Breeding Heifer: Brynn Younge

• 5th Overall Breeding Heifer: Kinley Holmes

👏 Notable Club Representations

• Limecreek Livewires dominated with numerous champions in showmanship, commercial, and purebred classes.

• Mid-Prairie FFA had multiple wins including produce and Simmental classes.

• Dutch Creek Flyers, Franklin Cubs, and Washington Go-Getters were also among the top-placing clubs.

Participants received either purple or blue ribbons for their efforts, with purple indicating top quality and qualifying for higher honors. The livestock exhibited reflected countless hours of feeding, grooming, and training—an outstanding display of youth leadership in agriculture.

Congratulations to all the exhibitors on their hard work and success at the 2025 Washington County Fair!