Daily Clintonian (2024)

29/05/2024

Cassie Miller named
Academic All-Star
Parke Heritage High School senior Cassie Miller has been selected for the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP) Academic All-Stars program. She was recognized at a special luncheon held on Thursday, April 25, at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.
Only one senior from each school may be nominated and only 40 students throughout the state are selected for this honor. Nominees are evaluated on their strength of transcript, grade point average, SAT scores, extracurricular activities, and commitment to leadership, community service and other activities.
As a part of the application process, nominees wrote essays about an educator who has been a significant influence in their lives. Cassie surprised her mother, Melanie Miller, by nominating her for this honor. Melanie is a social studies teacher at PHHS.
Cassie received one plaque to personally keep and another to be displayed in the school’s academic hallway. Melanie also received an award for being her teacher of honor.

29/05/2024

Carson Cox named
Academic All-Star

Riverton Parke’s Carson Cox was recognized recently at the Indiana Association of School Principals awards banquet as a state level Indiana Academic All-Star.

Cox was chosen from a pool of 281 Indiana nominees to receive this honor. From that pool, 90 seniors were selected to receive recognition, 50 qualified as regional recipients, and the top 40 were named state level Indiana Academic All-Stars.

Selections were based on student grades, standardized test scores, and academic and community activities. Part of the application process for Cox was to write an essay about his most influential educator. Cox’s choice was Chalen Chambers, previous math and science teacher at Riverton Parke Jr.-Sr. High School.

All state recipients and their influential educators were invited to attend the awards ceremony held at the Roof Ballroom in Indianapolis.

Carson Cox and Chalen Chambers

29/05/2024

PHHS inducts 16 into
National Honor Society
The Parke Heritage High School National Honor Society held its induction of new members on Tuesday, March 26, in the high school gym.
Sixteen students were inducted as new members. They were selected based upon scholarship, service, leadership and character. These areas are the basis for all National Honor Society selections.
Speakers for the program were Cassie Miller, Natalie Tome, Madelynne Downs, Cooper Vincent, Maura Jacks, Donatella Mudica, Will Patton, Raegan Ramsay, Treyton Burgess, Lily Roosevelt, Quinten Smith, Jenna McVay, Alexis F**g, and Grace Lancaster.
Serving as parent and member escorts were Makayla Ricketts, Lewie Woody, Shelby Robertson, and Carson Rolison. Assisting with the certificates, patches and book were Paige Bishop, Caleb Rector, and Brayden Luce.
The PHHS band and choir both performed special numbers to open the program.
Members of the 2023-2024 National Honor Society include Warren Ayres, Kenna Batty, Reaghan Benjamin, Paige Bishop, Treyton Burgess, Katie Dowell, Madelynne Downs, Alexis F**g, Colvin Feldhake, Grace Goldner, Renn Harper, Kyle Harpold, Josiah Heck, Phoebe Henderson, Maura Jacks, Addilee Jenkins, Addison Jenkins, David Lacy, Grace Lancaster, Abigale Lash, Daniel Laws, Brayden Luce, Jenna McVay, Cassie Miller, Donatella Mudica, Catherine O'Brien, William Patton, Raegan Ramsay, Caleb Rector, Makayla Ricketts, Shelby Robertson, Carson Rolison, Lily Roosevelt, Quinten Smith, Natalie Tome, Cooper Vincent, and Lewie Woody.
Jane McMullen and Sheryl McDaniel serve as the chapter sponsors.

29/05/2024

Downs joins National Guard
Parke Heritage High School senior Madelynne Downs has signed her paperwork to join the Indiana National Guard. She will leave for basic training at Fort Sill in Oklahoma on August 21. After she completes this phase, she will continue training at Fort Sam Houston in Texas to become a combat medic. Madelynne plans to attend Indiana University to major in either physical or occupational therapy. She received a check from the National Guard in the amount of $92,000 to cover her college tuition. Shown in the top photo, front from left, are Vivian Downs, Debra Goodman, Madelynne Downs, Heather Toney and Holly Toney. In the back are Angie Woody, Israel Downs, Ashley Downs, Nathan Downs and Mitch Goodman. In the bottom photo, Sgt. Troy Batchelor and Madelynne are shown displaying the check for her college tuition. (Photos courtesy of Parke Heritage High School)

29/05/2024

PHMS names weekly
Wolf Award winners
Nominated by staff members, students are recognized for positive attitude, improvement in grades, working hard, being a good role model, and showing leadership in and out of the classroom.
• Matthew Fox (left)- “Matthew does not get near enough credit for all that he does. He is a great role model for his peers. He does well in his classes and excels in extra curricular activities. He doesn't complain and gets along with everyone. He is quiet in class, but is a leader in the example that he sets. Keep up the good work, Matthew!”
• Roger Wirth (middle)- “Roger is one of the kindest kids at school. He has something nice to say about everyone. He is willing to help anyone too. He is such a good person. Roger always brings a smile to my face.”
• Aiden Nicholas (right)- “Aiden has really grown over this past school year. He participates in class, asks questions, and works well with others. He has matured greatly over the two years he has been at PHMS. I am so proud of all of his hard work and effort. I am eager to see his continued growth.”

29/05/2024

PHHS names weekly
Wolf Award winners
Parke Heritage High School students are nominated by staff members to receive the Wolf Award. Basis for this award include integrity, responsibility, communication, collaboration, reliability, creativity, 21st Century skills, accountability, and good character.
• Masey Lawhorn (left)- “Masey is very quiet in class but is very thoughtful and precise with her artwork. She has a great sense of color and strong design skills.”
• Klayton Burgess (right)- “Klayton is such a joy to have in class. He brings great thoughts into class discussion. He is always cheerful and definitely keeps everyone engaged in class. He is a great kid!”
• David VanHook (not pictured)- “David is a very quiet student. One you could say that flies under the radar. However -- he is attentive in class and listens, completing his homework timely and is not afraid to email and ask questions. He advocates for himself and has made connections across disciplines in biology and earth science. I enjoy having David in class. His being quiet doesn't mean he isn't paying attention. He is a true auditory learner and nothing gets past him in lecture! Thank you, David, for being such a good student!”
• Donatella Mudica (not pictured)- “Donatella has put a lot of work into my class. She consistently puts in extra effort in order to maintain her excellent grades. She is always present, with a smile, and is a pleasure to have in class. I have been very proud of her.”

29/05/2024

Rotary speaker

Jeremy Brown (left) shared his plans for opening a new restaurant, named the Interurban on State Street, in Kingman at a recent Rockville Rotary Club meeting held in the Thirty-Six Saloon banquet room in Rockville. On the right is current Rockville Rotary president Dawn Newnum. Brown indicated he is in the process of completely remodeling an older two story brick building in downtown Kingman into a modern restaurant. Plans are for the restaurant to open around the last week of May. More information about the restaurant is available on Facebook at Interurban on State Street. (Photo courtesy of Rockville Rotary Club)

29/05/2024

Noelle Epling named to Dean's
List at Bob Jones University
Noelle Epling, a Freshman Nursing major from Perrysville, was among approximately 740 Bob Jones University students named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List.
The Dean's List recognizes students who earn a 3.00-3.74 grade point average during the semester.
Located in Greenville, South Carolina, Bob Jones University provides an outstanding regionally accredited Christian liberal arts education purposely designed to inspire a lifelong pursuit of learning, loving and leading.
BJU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in religion, education, fine arts and communication, arts and science, health professions, and business.
BJU has over 3,000 students from nearly every state and more than 40 countries. We are committed to the truth of Scripture and to pursuing excellence in all we do.

29/05/2024

Parke Heritage FFA holds
annual awards program
Parke Heritage High School and Parke Heritage Middle School FFA chapters held their awards program on Sunday, April 28. Members highlighted their many activities from throughout the year and special awards were presented.
The chapter scholarship awards go to a group of individuals that have achieved high grades in agriculture classes and maintained an outstanding GPA while participating in numerous FFA activities. Earning this recognition were sixth grade -- Eli Seay, seventh grade -- MaKenna Mager, eighth grade -- Birkley Schelsky, freshman -- Sarah Thom, sophomore -- Kailey Seay, junior -- Raegan Ramsay and senior -- Will Patton.
The Dekalb Agricultural Award recognizes an outstanding senior who has shown great dedication and responsibility to the agriculture program as well as leadership towards the future of Agricultural Education. This year’s recipient of the Dekalb Agricultural Award is Madison Coleman.
To help offset the group’s expenses at their various activities and events the annual fruit fundraiser was held. The top high school salesman was Jerrid Graves. Second place was Ella Norman and third place was Emma Simpson. For middle school, the top salesman was Whitney Swaim. The top sellers received a gift card.
Officer Awards are given to students who have gone above and beyond throughout the year. Earning Officer Awards were Rising Sun Award -- Stormi Swaim and Alisa McMullen; Workhorse Award -- Hunter McDaniel and Wesley Pratt; Unity Award -- Ella Norman; Washington Award -- Hayden Holcomb; Red, White, and Blue Award -- Julia Carroll; Shield of Friendship -- Grace Goldner.
The Discovery Degree is for middle school members who have taken an agriculture class and have participated in an activity outside the classroom. Receiving the Discovery Degree were Alisa McMullen, Brooklynn McMullen, Cohen Berry, Easton McDaniel, Emmylou Rader, Kash Jeffries, Kennedy Mitchell, MaKenna Mager, and Noelle Blake.
The Greenhand Degree is presented to members who have plans for a Supervised Ag Experience (SAE) and demonstrate knowledge of the creed. Earning this Degree were Bradley McElheny, Kailey Seay, Addison Ramsay, Kenleigh Berry, Klayton Burgess, Presley Coleman, Julia Carroll, Sarah Thom, Stormi Swaim, Hayden Holcomb, Lane Helderman, Owen Grayless, Madison Atkinson, Kim Koren, Emily Jones, Leah Maupin, Alexis McAmis, Destinee Stevenson, Serenitee Stevenson, Lydia Jeffries, Ella Norman, Jessica Montgomery, and Anesa Veseli.
The Chapter Degree is the highest award a local chapter can bestow. To earn the Chapter Degree, members must have a quality SAE, complete 10 community service hours, have a good scholastic record and have earned the Greenhand Degree. Recipients of the Chapter Degree were Tucker Conley, Raegan Ramsay, Grace Goldner, and Skyley Cloncs.
The PHMS Chapter officer team for 2024-2025 were recognized. They are president -- Kennedy Mitchell; vice president -- Alisa McMullen; second vice president -- Cohen Berry; secretary -- MaKenna Mager; treasurer -- Eli Seay; reporter -- Julia Helderman; and sentinel -- Max Jeffries.
The program concluded with the installment of the PHHS officers for the 2024-25 school year. They are Carson Rolison -- president; Brayton Myers -- vice president; Treyton Burgess -- second vice president; Ella Norman -- secretary; Destinee Stevenson -- treasurer; Hayden Holcomb -- reporter and Julia Carroll -- sentinel.
Serving as chapter advisors are Hallie Jones, Colton McMullen, and Karysn Zenor.

FFA Officer Awards
Receiving FFA officer awards were Hayden Holcomb, Stormi Swaim, Ella Norman, Grace Goldner, Julia Carroll, Wesley Pratt and Alisa McMullen. See story. (Photo courtesy of North Central Parke Schools)

29/05/2024

News in Photos – First
Clinton Night Market

The Clinton Night Market was held for the first time the first Sunday evening in May. Future Night Markets will be held the first Sunday evening of each month from 5 to 8:30 p.m., with the next one scheduled for this Sunday

29/05/2024

RPJHS Super Bowl Team
finishes in State’s Top 10
Riverton Parke Junior High School competed in the Junior Academic Super Bowl at Sarah Scott Middle School on Saturday, April 27. Riverton Parke Junior High competed in Class 4 this year along with Barr-Reeve Middle School, North Vermillion Jr. High School, Parke Heritage Middle School, Rivet Middle School, and South Knox Middle School. Among the Top Ten finishers at the state level, was the English team! They placed first in the regional competition and were ranked 8th in the state. The Social Studies team placed second at the regional and finished 14th in the state. The math team earned a third place ranking in the regional contest and placed 13th in the state. This year’s contest theme was “The End of the Second Millennium: The 1980s and 1990s.” The Indiana Academic Super Bowl is a program of the Indiana Association of School Principals. The teams were coached by Brandi Adams (English), Cortney Passmore (science), Lucas Steward (social studies), and Lucas Mackey (math). Brandi Adams is the junior high school academic coordinator.

29/05/2024

Outreach to Teach volunteers
help transform PH Middle School

Parke Heritage Middle School recently experienced a transformation, thanks to the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) and Aspiring Educators (AE) through their annual community partnership event, Outreach to Teach.
Held on April 13, this event saw PHMS receiving a comprehensive makeover, which included painting the dugouts, making two murals in the hallways, revamping the teacher’s lounge, adding an outdoor court area, painting a crosswalk that students use to the local gas station, updating signs and more.
Only one school in the state is selected for this project each year. PHMS math teacher Ashley McAmis nominated the school for this event and worked tirelessly to prepare for the beautification process.
The success of the Outreach to Teach event at PHMS was made possible by the remarkable turnout and dedication of over 188 volunteers, including ISTA and AE members, local representatives, as well as, students and staff from PHMS. The transformation of PHMS is a shining example of what can be achieved when educators, students, and the community come together to help enhance the learning environment for students.

Outreach to Teach volunteers gather in the gym for instructions

29/05/2024

May 26 – Parke County deputies conducted a traffic stop in the area of U.S. Highway 36 and Wildwood Trail. During the investigation, Amanda Harris, 35, of Indianapolis, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and taken to Parke County Jail with bond set at $10,000, with no 10 percent allowed.

May 27 – Parke County deputies assisted a motorist near Bridgeton Road. While assisting, deputies began an investigation for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. The driver, William Baird, 31, of rural Rockville, was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and taken to Parke County Jail.

Parke County deputies responded to a semi roll over accident on State Road 59, north of County Road 350 North. Further investigation found that the semi had left the roadway and that the driver, Darrell L. Carrell, 64, of Russellville, was unable to regain control. The semi turned onto its side, dumping the grain from its trailer. The driver was able to free himself from the vehicle and was taken to Union Hospital in Terre Haute with non-life-threatening injuries. Parke County EMS and Bellmore First Responders assisted at the scene.

Parke County deputies investigated a custody dispute in rural Rosedale. The case has been forwarded to the Parke County Prosecutor for review.

29/05/2024

Wabash Ramblers
4-H Club meets

The Wabash Ramblers 4-H club met on May 13. President Emily Adams called the meeting to order. The pledges were led by Maddox Britton. Secretary Kenzi Mundell called roll and read last month's minutes. There were 12 members present. Emily reminded animal members that May 15 is the deadline for animal enrollment and that there are two Quality Care classes left on May 16 and June 18.

Andrea Franklin, kindergarten teaching assistant at Montezuma Elementary, was the guest demonstrator. Andrea's hobby is painting. She demonstrated a few techniques on canvas. Each member tried their hand at painting their own picture. All the members, and leaders too, had a good time.

29/05/2024

Personnel, updates on
NV School Board agenda

Personnel recommendations and several updates were on the agenda for the North Vermillion School Board at their May 21 meeting.

School highlights given by the building principals included graduation scheduled for May 25 and the last student and teacher day set for May 23.

The board voted to authorize the superintendent or his designee to apply for and submit applications for all federal and state grants.
The board approved a boys’ basketball trip to Holiday World on June 17-18 and Fountain Central varsity swim team practice schedule for Oct. 28 – Nov. 27.

The board approved the West Indy Co-Op for food procurement for commodities, milk, specialty and grocery food vendors for 2024-2025. Chemicals and miscellaneous will be purchased through B & B Foods under Micro-purchasing. Coca-Cola products will be purchased for a la carte items at the high school.

The board approved the increases for 2024-2025 cafeteria prices for student breakfast and lunch as presented.

The board approved AdTec to provide E-rate consulting service for the year 2025 for the corporation.

The board voted to approve Tim Shelly of Warrick & Boy, LLP to continue as school attorney.

A recommendation to dispose of surplus items from the robotics room and other items including classroom and office furniture and old technology was approved.

Personnel recommendations approved included:

Resignations
• Zoe Hughes – Daycare Teacher
• Allison Huber – Instructional Assistant

Hirings
• Melissa Scaggs – Director of Special Education and Elementary Administrative Assistant
• Kristi Lamb – Deputy Treasurer and Data Coordinator
• Stephanie Houmes – Elementary Special Education Teacher

Summer Help
• Robbie Davis and Lane Woolwine – Maintenance Department

Part-time Positions
• Ben West and Carter Edney – High School Part-time Positions
• Laura Boggess – Elementary Custodial Part-Time

Summer Conditioning
• Andrew Rodriguez – Football Coach
• Cody Wright – Boys’ Basketball Coach
• Wade Statzer – Girls’ Basketball Coach

Assistant Superintendent Brian Byrum gave a report on construction and other summer projects, legislative reviews, Community Center updates and Summer Professional Development.

Preschool numbers and updates, kindergarten needs, maintenance assistant and custodian needed, bus routes and drivers for 2024-2025 were discussed.

The first annual Falcon Fund Nostalgia Basketball Tournament was reported to have been a huge success. This fund has been able to provide for the needs of students already this school year.

29/05/2024

Friends of Turkey Run and Shades
State Parks to host Summer Concert Series

Turkey Run State Park fans will have even more reasons to visit the nationally ranked park this summer with the addition of a Summer Concert Series hosted by the Friends of Turkey Run and Shades.

“We’ve got eight dates lined up, with a wide range of talented musicians to entertain our park guests this summer,” said Friends’ Chair Curt DeBaun. “We’re excited to fill the park with blankets and lawn chairs full of people sharing an evening of music.”

The series will kick off in just a few short weeks as follows:
• June 1 - The C**n Holler Kids
• June 15 - Larry Summerton
• June 28 - Bob Warn
• July 6 - Blue Flame
• July 27 - Stones Crossing
• August 3 - High Sierra
• August 17 - Jack Shannon
• August 24 - Mackville Blue Grass
All of the concerts will start at 6 p.m. There will be no additional cost to attend the concerts besides the park entrance fee.

Turkey Run State Park has earned high rankings recently by making it to the top ten state parks in the nation by a popular travel magazine as well as the best hiking park in the midwest by Midwest Living.

“We have people visiting our park from all over the country and we are really excited to offer them this experience to add to their memories,” added DeBaun. “What a great way to finish off a day of hiking and nature.”

The Friends, the volunteer group that supports both Turkey Run and Shades, will also be selling campfire cuisine…hot dogs, chips, drinks and Amish-made Whoopie Pies during the concerts.

29/05/2024

Park projects, Yard of Month
On Montezuma Council agenda

Updates on park projects and the creation of a Yard of the Month project were on the agenda for the Montezuma Town Council at their May 16 meeting.

The Council approved claims for the end of April totaling $223,249.36 and for May totaling $226,940.99 as well as a separate claim of $2,020.24 from Industrial Supply and payroll totaling $34,587.61.

The Council voted to approve a $1 per hour raise for employees Briar Judy and Bradley McElroy, for obtaining their CDL licenses. The raise was to become effective with the May 23 pay date.
Town Manager/Town Marshal John Koch reported 51 calls for service by the police department with 2 felony arrests, 6 misdemeanor arrests,6 citations and 23 warnings.

The AT&T building on Washington Street should be mowed and cleaned up soon.

Work on the Durango is complete. The police department is looking at funding for new handguns. The mini split for the garage is here and ready to be installed.

The purchase of a skid steer/trencher was discussed, with more information to be gathered.

Foundations have been poured at the cemetery. Concrete forms are set for the new sidewalk at the Presbyterian Church. Boom testing on the electic trucks will be completed soon and signs for the walking path are on schedule to be installed within the week.
Discussion was held on possible relocations of the basketball court.
The Council was in agreement for possible costs to be obtained.
Yard of the Month signs are finished and ready to be awarded.

Councilman Rex Thomas discussed the Yard of the Month project. It was decided that Council members would vote on two properties each month, one in the south end of town and one in the north end, to begin at the June 1 meeting.

Councilman Paul Bartlow led discussion regarding a new law that will require meetings to be video recorded and live streamed. He has been in contact with Allen Lynch of M & B Sound to obtain an estimate for a video system for the Community Center.

Council Member Shauna Atkinson reported for the fire department, that they had 7 runs for the month.

Park Board President Diana Bartlow reported on the 5k Run scheduled for May 18. The lines on the pedestrian walking/riding path have been repainted. Memorial Services are scheduled for July 4 at the Veterans Memorial. The board will be working on ADA Accessible playground equipment and will be obtaining a quote for concrete pads at the Reeder Park campground area.

29/05/2024

South Vermillion High School holds
National Honor Society induction

By Ayden Moore,
SVHS Correspondent

South Vermillion High School National Honor Society held their induction ceremony on April 17.

Sponsor Jessica Schmidt said that it “went very well” and she was proud of everyone who helped, especially the officers who spoke during the ceremony.

Schmidt, along with NHS members, plan to improve it and try to make things go more smoothly, perform more service and do at least one major project each year.

The requirements to join National Honor Society are at least a 3.5 GPA, at least one year at South Vermillion, challenging themselves with harder classes, and showing service and leadership in the community.

29/05/2024

Preparing for State
Parke Heritage FFA members participated in the Horse Judging Invitational held at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College recently. They watched a multitude of different classes and were given tips and advice on how to judge classes and use correct terminology in their reasons. They were scheduled to compete at the State Contest in May. Competing were, from left, Julia Carroll, Kailey Seay, Leah Maupin and Noelle Blake. Not pictured is Emily Jones. (Photo courtesy of Parke Heritage High School)

29/05/2024

Students of the Month

Riverton Parke Jr.-Sr. High School has selected its Southwest Parke Community School Corporation “Students of the Month” for March. The Students of the Month are recognized for their academic achievement or improvement, leadership, and courtesy. They received certificates and will celebrate their SOTM selection with a pizza party. From left are eighth grader Lilly Garman, seventh grader Corbyn Morman, freshman Josh Ushman, sophomore Carson Sutton, senior Maria Resendiz and junior Lizzy Leitgabel. (Photo courtesy of Riverton Parke Jr.-Sr. High School)

29/05/2024

TRES students study
Arts on Fine Arts Day

Turkey Run Elementary School students experienced different aspects of their special classes of art, music, physical education and library during Fine Arts Day held on Friday, May 12.

This is a special day in which the Fine Arts are highlighted in many different ways. The classes moved to different stations throughout the day. These stations included pottery, reading, drama, dance, crafts, yoga, stringed instruments, bagpipes, printmaking and more.
Guests included Holly Hannan -- photography; Kyle Jacks -- storytelling; Lee Reberger -- drama; Austin and Courtney Cook -- pottery; Amy Laznik-Goins -- screen printing; Aaron Weaton -- accordion; Olivia Overpeck -- harp; Matt Rees -- print maker; Cheryl Robinson -- square dancer; Dawn Keller-Doll -- mandolins; Rhonda Eyler -- craft; Brandon Halleck -- dance; Paul Bro -- strings; and Brenda Goble -- yoga.

Students listen to members of the Wabash Valley Sting Posse play their instruments

29/05/2024

Lady Panthers conclude
season in Regional

The Riverton Parke High School softball team concluded its season Tuesday in Regional play. The Panthers hosted Rossville for their Regional game and lost 3-0.

The game was mostly scoreless, with Rossville scoring all 3 of their runs in the sixth inning.

Madison C**nce pitched the entire game for the Panthers, giving up 5 hits and 3 runs in 7 innings, with 1 walk and 4 strikeouts.
Rylee Jukes, going 1-3 and Jayleigh Inman, going 1-2, had the Panthers’ two hits in the game.

Riverton Parke concluded its season with a 24-4 record.

28/05/2024

EXTENSION CONNECTION
by Lori Bouslog

2024 VERMILLION COUNTY FAIR

– There’s something for everyone!

There are several opportunities to participate in the 2024 Vermillion County Fair, June 15 through 22!

New programs have been scheduled in the 4-H Community Building, including:

Monday, June 17 The Heart of the Matter (includes hands-only CPR and Stop the Bleed)

Cale Stewart, Union Hospital Clinton

Tuesday, June 18 Charcuterie, sponsored by Vermillion County Extension Homemakers

Grazings & Gatherings, Cost $20/person, Preregistration due June 14

Wednesday, June 19 Coupon Craze

Lori Bouslog, Health and Human Sciences Extension Educator

Thursday, June 20 Paint with Eleanor! Create a personalized, custom tote!

Eleanor Wesch, local artist, Cost $25, Preregistration due June 12

*For the programs that require preregistration, please contact Lori Bouslog at 765-492-5332 or [email protected] by the requested date.

The Open Class Department offers options for both youth and adult exhibitors. Adult exhibit classes include Crafts; Fancy Work; Fine Art; Floral; Food Preservation; Foods/Culinary Arts; Gardening, Herbs and Honey; and Photography. Ribbons will be awarded based on workmanship and quality. Premiums will be paid as shared in the Vermillion County Fair Open Class Book. Children aged second grade and younger are encouraged to participate in the Children’s Corner. Entries for children include Arts & Crafts, Flowers, Foods, and Photography. Exhibits will be evaluated on neatness, quality, creativity and originality; and ribbons will be awarded.

All Open Class exhibits will be entered on Saturday, June 15, between 9:00 AM and Noon in the previous Commercial Building, across from the 4-H Community Building and next to the White Pavilion, at the Vermillion County Fairgrounds.

Open Class exhibitors are not required to live in Vermillion County, and there are no entry fees. Exhibitors may enter up to two items per class. Items previously exhibited at the Vermillion County Fair Open Class will not be judged. Detailed Open Class information may be obtained at the Purdue Extension Vermillion County Office or online at http://vermillioncountyfairboard.com/open_class_info.html.

Open Class exhibits will be on display from Saturday, June 15 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, and Sunday through Friday, June 16 through 21, from Noon to 9:00 PM.

Exhibits and premiums must be picked up on Saturday, June 22nd between 9:00 and 11:00 A.M.

For more information about Vermillion County Fair Open Class, please contact Scott Peebles at 765-826-1739, or Michele Peebles at 765-505-0451.

28/05/2024

Golden Apple Winner
Van Duyn Elementary School third and fourth grade High Ability Teacher Lisa Eilbracht weas recently presented a Golden Apple Award by Patrece Dayton of WTHI-TV 10. Five Golden Apple Awards are presented to Wabash Valley educators each year. (Photo courtesy of Van Duyn Elementary School)

28/05/2024

Golden Apple Winner
Parke Heritage Middle School science teacher Haley Roach (right) has been named one of the Golden Apple Award winners by WTHI-TV 10 in Terre Haute. During one of her afternoon classes, Roach was surprised when there was a knock on her door and Patrece Dayton of Channel 10 (left) entered her classroom and presented her the award. Roach was nominated by sixth grader Madilynn Schaeffer. Five Wabash Valley educators are honored with Golden Apple Awards each year. (Photo courtesy of Parke Heritage Middle School)

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