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Sue Bonesteel and Val Simonson were busy helping people enter their Open Class exhibits last Thursday morning. Pictured are Sharilyn Bader and Jaxyn, Mishayla and Kayden Evans. Gerri Peterson

Sue Bonesteel and Val Simonson were busy helping people enter their Open Class exhibits last Thursday morning. Pictured are Sharilyn Bader and Jaxyn, Mishayla and Kayden Evans. Gerri Peterson

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Judy Ridenour wins Open Class People’s Choice

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
The following Hooker County Fair Open Class entries were chosen by the judges to be voted on by the public for People’s Choice: Owl by Sharilyn Bader Skull by Charlotte Hoatson Indian painting by Charlotte Hoatson Calf photo by Faith Miller Quilt by Judy Ridenour Weaved rug by Judy...
Halftime with Billie J

Halftime with Billie J

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Halftime with Billie J

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
BJ Puttergill, Halftime with Billie J, performed her comedy act Friday, Aug. 6 in the Hooker County Fairgrounds’ arena during the Hooker County Fair. Gerri Peterson
Monday blood drive collects 24 units

Monday blood drive collects 24 units

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Monday blood drive collects 24 units

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Don Younkin and Chuck Anders (back) prepare to donate blood on Monday, Aug. 9 at the Hooker County Community Center. Twenty-four units of blood were donated at the drive.
This pig managed to escape first Ella Homan, and then Daniel Wright through his legs! Gerri Peterson

This pig managed to escape first Ella Homan, and then Daniel Wright through his legs! Gerri Peterson

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Rusty Moore Memorial Pig Wrestling

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
A standing room only crowd gathered at the Hooker County Fairgrounds after the BBQ for the Rusty Moore Memorial Pig Wrestling last Saturday, Aug. 7.
L-r: Aurora Polt, Addison Mundorf, Ryhme Pettit and Violet Stichka in the 0-3 Baby Pool Watermelon Race. Gerri Peterson

L-r: Aurora Polt, Addison Mundorf, Ryhme Pettit and Violet Stichka in the 0-3 Baby Pool Watermelon Race. Gerri Peterson

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62 kids participate in Water Carnival

Barb Mcintosh
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
The Mullen Swimming Pool’s annual Water Carnival was held Tuesday, Aug. 3. The Baby Pool saw 20 kids competing with the following results: Regular Race 0-3: 1. Addison Mundorf, 2. Ryhme Pettit, 3. Anna Ridenour Regular Race 4-6: 1. Archer Anderson, 2. Grady Phipps, 3.
Brandt Mundorf (left) and Jaylon Forsen compete in the Rain Gutter Boat Race during the Redneck Hunger Games. Gerri Peterson

Brandt Mundorf (left) and Jaylon Forsen compete in the Rain Gutter Boat Race during the Redneck Hunger Games. Gerri Peterson

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Redneck Hunger Games

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
The Redneck Hunger Games had seven teams competing in Slip-N-Slide, Rain Gutter Boat Race, 3 Legged Hungry Hippo, Emoji Bouncy Ball Race, Squirt Gun Beach Ball Race and Gunny Sack Relay.
Gerri Peterson

Gerri Peterson

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Results of the Hooker County Fair’s Turtle Races

News Staff
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Forty-six kids competed in the Turtle Races on Saturday. 1st round: 1. Bella Coetzee, 2. Zach Hicks, 3. Killian Kearns 2nd round: 1. Caleb Deibler, 2. Olivia Cox, 3. Tate Kvanvig 3rd round: 1. Collin Donohoe, 2. Gunner Brown, 3. Lillian Ericksen 4th round: 1. Hunter Brown, 2. Ava Kvanvig, 3.

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United Methodist Women hold meeting

Lois Folk
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
The General Unit of the United Methodist Women met on Wednesday afternoon, July 21 in the senior high room of the church with eight members present. President Sue Bonesteel opened the meeting. Joys and concerns were given. The theme song was sung, scripture of Psalms 91:2 and purpose were given.
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