Tuesday night was a night of laughs as the Ag Olympics kicked off the night events at the Antelope County Fair.
Contestants in four different age groups raced the clock for a chance to earn the top prize. The events included moving shavings bag, threading nuts on bolts, milking "Bessie," hanging up clothes and digging for potatoes. Asher Kurpgeweit and Brecken Hoefer took first place in the 4-6 age group while Jenna and Kaleb Kallhoff took second and Hannah Elder and Jayden Sauser earned third. In the 7-12 age group, Chase Thomas and Callan Zegers earned first, followed by Makenna Boggs and Maddox Zegers and Kate Furstenau and Heather Johnson. The 13-18 age group was won by Josey Booth and Emma Boggs. Taking second were Ashton Higgins and Talon Krebs followed by Natalie Johnson and Dylan Furstenau in third. In the 19 and older division, Beth and Bud Miller put in the winning time, followed by the team of Krystal King and Kara Johnson. Randy Reinke and Tom Krause came in third. In this year’s Antelope County Fair Cat Show, many 4-Hers and Clover-Kids showed up to see how their adorable, well-groomed cats would do. While inspecting, the judge asked the kids a variety of questions about how they care for their cats. 4-H winners received awards and all clover-kids received ribbons.
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The 4-H events continued on Tuesday afternoon with the Small Pet Show.
Pet show winners were: Champion - Emma Qualset and her hermit crabs, Speedee and Scarlet Reserve Champion - Abe Johnsen and his bearded dragon, Rango Also competing and receiving purple ribbons were Kody Qualset with his hermit crabs and Cassidy Frey with her guinea pig. Clover Kids also had a chance to compete with their small pets. Hank Johnsen exhibited his gecko, and Taylor Frey and Kinley Miller both showed guinea pigs. The 2018 Dog Show kicked off the 4-H events at the Antelope County Fair this week.
4-Hers and their furry friends took to the arena at the Antelope County Fairgrounds on Tuesday morning. Dog show winners were: Junior Showmanship Abe Johnsen, Champion Senior Showmanship Trevin Hanson, Champion Dalton Smutny, Reserve Champion Novice Sadie Smutny, Champion Trevin Hanson, Reserve Champion Novice A Abe Johnsen, Champion Ashton Higgins, Reserve Champion With every album and every single, Aaron Watson has become more and more in style with country music fans.
And that’s just the way the 40-year-old Texan likes it. After all, his steady climb toward success has skyrocketed in the last year thanks to national hits like “Outta Style” and “Run Wild Horses.” Watson will bring those songs and more — along with a high-energy show — to the Antelope County Fair on Friday night. The concert is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 at the gate and just $20 in advance. “We’re going to have a lot of fun. Everybody needs to come out and enjoy a Friday night at the Antelope County Fair,” Watson told the Antelope County News last week. “We love Nebraska. Nebraska has always been so good to us.” Watson, who grew up near Amarillo, Texas, developed a cult following early in his career and took the national scene by storm in 2015 when his 10th studio album, “The Underdog,” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard country charts. The feat was a first for a male artist on an independent label. His next album, “Vaquero,” debuted at No. 2 on Billboard and the single, “Outta Style” propelled him to national fame as it became a top-10 hit on radio. With a traditional country sound mixed with a taste of red-dirt, Watson said he’s not chasing the latest flavors of the month or the popular sound of the moment. Instead, he’s staying true to himself and his music. “Only God knows what the future holds, but I tell you what, I really feel like the best is yet to come. We’re fixin’ to put the pedal to the metal with the next album,” Watson said. “I really feel like I’m just getting started. I’m working on songs now that are the best I’ve ever written. We’ve taken the long road to get to where we are now, but it’s allowed us to stay independent and stay true to our brand of music. I think that’s something that’s given us longevity and loyalty from fans.” Whether Watson is at his peak or still climbing, Antelope County fans will see an artist comfortable with himself as well as hear a slew of recognizable songs, including “July in Cheyenne” and “That Look.” Watson promised to perform all of his hits, as well as his latest single, “Run Wild Horses,” which is a sultry love song he wrote for his wife. “They say country music is three chords and the truth. I jokingly say this song is two chords and sexy,” Watson said with a laugh. “It’s just a fun song where I’m letting her know that after all these years, she’s still got it.” He and his wife Kimberly have three children—Jake, Jack and Jolee Kate. As a husband and father, Watson said he works hard to balance his career and family. He flies home weekly and said it’s not uncommon for him to spend 10 hours flying home just to have eight hours with his kids. “It’s worth it,” he said. “It’s an on-going formula with a lot of give and take.” Watson, who played junior college baseball and shares that passion with his son, said he’s squeezed in a lot of family time this summer and will head to Neligh after a week at church camp with his kids. Coming to Neligh fresh on a Friday night, Watson said fans should expect to have a great time at the Antelope County Fair. And if they brings the kids — that’s even better. “If they can’t find babysitters, bring the whole family. It’s a family-friendly show,” he said. “I really do enjoy putting on shows for the kids, but sometimes moms maybe need a little time off, then get a sitter. I love putting on shows for moms, too.” Concert tickets are on sale at the Ag Society trailer in Riverside Park and will increase from $20 to $30 on Friday. The first official day of the Antelope County Fair is tomorrow, July 31.
The 4-H Dog Show kicks off the day at 9 a.m., with the Cat Show following at 10:30. At 1 p.m., the Small Pet Show will be held. The Ag Olympics rounds out the day at 7 p.m. Ticket books for the entire fair are still available for just $30.
It's almost fair time in Antelope County. These kids and adults volunteered Monday night to help clean up the fairgrounds in preparation for the big event.
The fair kicks off Tuesday, July 31, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 5. Event ticket books are available at www.AntelopeCoFair.com for $30. They are also on sale at the Antelope County News, Neligh Chamber of Commerce, Thriftway Market, Cubby's, Casey's and several other locations across the county. TUESDAY, JULY 31 9 a.m. Dog Show 10:30 a.m. Cat Show 1 p.m. Small Pet Show 7 p.m. Ag Olympics WEDNESDAY, AUG. 1 7:30 p.m. Team Penning THURSDAY, AUG. 2 1 p.m. Dairy Show 1 p.m. Horse Show 5:30 p.m. Livestock Judging 6:30 p.m. Inflatables Open 7:30 p.m. Mutton Bustin’ 7:30 p.m. Extreme Bull Riding - Double S Bulls, Splendid Sounds in the Beer Garden SATURDAY, AUG. 4 8 a.m. Swine Show 10 a.m. Beef Show To Follow Large Animal Round Robin 1:30 p.m. Horseshoe Pitching 2 p.m. Bucket Calf Show 4 p.m. Livestock Premium Auction 4 p.m. Inflatables Open 5 p.m. Neligh Chamber BBQ 5 p.m. Antique Tractor Parade 6 p.m. Aksarben Pioneer Awards 7 p.m. Demolition Derby - CFC Old School/$10,000 Purse, Black Water in the Beer Garden SUNDAY, AUG. 5 7:30 a.m. Pancake Feed, Sponsors: Two Rivers Irrigation/Carquest 10 a.m. Open Horse Fun Day 10:30 a.m. Church Service at Riverside Park 12:30 p.m. 4-H Fashion Revue 5 p.m. Truck and Tractor Pullers - NeTTPA & MATTPA, Beer Garden Open 5 p.m. Round Robin Roping Grab your shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows and cleaning supplies!
Two clean up nights have been set at the Antelope County Fairgrounds—Monday, July 23 and Monday, July 30. Both clean up nights will begin at 6:30 p.m. Antelope County 4-H families will be cleaning display cases and cleaning the livestock stalls out. Please bring buckets, rags, glass cleaner and brooms for cleaning display cabinets and the ag building. Rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, gloves and a hose will be needed to clean the livestock stall area. Participants are asked to help get the fairgrounds ready for the fair, which will be held July 31-August 5. The 2018 Antelope County Fair is almost here, and it is full of events!
From the 4-H livestock shows to the demolition derby and the Aaron Watson concert, there will be something for everyone at this year's fair. Check out the schedule below for all the events happening throughout the fair: TUESDAY, JULY 31 9am - Dog Show 10:30am - Cat Show 1pm - Small Pet Show 7pm - Ag Olympics WEDNESDAY, AUG. 1 7:30pm - Team Penning THURSDAY, AUG. 2 1pm - Dairy Show 1pm - Horse Show 5:30pm - Livestock Judging 6:30pm - Inflatables Open 7:30pm - Mutton Bustin' 7:30pm - Extreme Bull Riding - Double S Bulls; Splendid Sounds in the Beer Garden FRIDAY, AUG. 3 8:30am - Horse Show 8:30am - Rabbit Show 11:30am - Poultry Show 4pm - Small Animal Round Robin 5pm - Goat Show To Follow - Sheep Show 6pm - Inflatables Open 8pm - Aaron Watson in Concert; Backroad Spirits in Beer Garden SATURDAY, AUG. 4 8am - Swine Show 10am - Beef Show To Follow - Large Animal Round Robin 1:30pm - Horseshoe Pitching 2pm - Bucket Calf Show 4pm - Livestock Premium Auction 4pm - Inflatables Open 5pm - Neligh Chamber BBQ 5pm - Antique Tractor Parade 6pm - AKSARBEN Pioneer Awards 7pm - Demolition Derby - CFC Old School/$10,000 Purse; Black Water in the Beer Garden SUNDAY, AUG. 5 7:30am - Pancake Feed, sponsored by Two Rivers Irrigation/Carquest 10am - Open Horse Fun Day 10:30am - Church Service at Riverside Park 12:30pm - 4-H Fashion Revue 5pm - Truck and Tractor Pullers - NeTTPA & MATTPA; Beer Garden Open 5pm - Round Robin Roping Food stand and exhibits will be open daily. The Antique Tractors/Machinery will be open Thursday through Saturday. Ticket books are available for the entire fair for just $30.00 ($60.00 value). "We can never forget those who sacrificed everything for our freedom."
These touching words were spoken by Bill Williams, co-creator of a traveling photo memorial honoring Nebraska's fallen soldiers. The photo memorial, Remembering Our Fallen, will be on display in Neligh's Riverside Park Pavilion during the Antelope County Fair, Aug. 2-4. There is no admission charge. The display is financially sponsored by the Antelope County Ag Society. “We must remember these American Heroes and speak their names when we see their family members," Williams said. "While this memorial is about those who have died, it was created for the living…to help the families in their grief, while reminding the rest of us of the terrible price paid for our freedom by our current generation of military.” He said Remembering Our Fallen is a stark reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by Nebraskans killed in The War on Terror after 911, while wearing our country’s uniform in a war zone. The photo memorial includes military and personal photos of each of Nebraska’s fallen. This memorial and 14 other state memorials, representing 60 percent of our country’s fallen since Sept. 11, 2001, have been created by Patriotic Productions, a non-profit organization headquartered in Omaha. A national memorial with our nation’s fallen from all states was unveiled in July 2017, and has since been traveling the nation. For more information, visit PatrioticProductions.org. |
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