Congrats to Fairfield County Fair Queen, Lily Dennis, for reaching the Top 15 in the Ohio Fairs’ Queen Contest!

Congratulations to the Fairfield County Fair Queen, Lily Dennis for competing in the Ohio Fair Managers Association Queen Contest. Lily reached the top 15 participants in the competition last weekend at the Ohio Fair Managers Association Convention. We are so proud of you and the positive role model you are for the Fairfield County Fair. Photo Credit: Shelly Dennis

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10 Finalists Named for 2023 Fairfield County Fair Queen

Ten Fairfield County teens are competing for the title of 2023 Fairfield County Junior Fair Queen.

The young ladies, all of whom participate in Fairfield County FFA Chapters and/or 4-H Clubs, were interviewed on September 19th, by a panel of three community leaders who evaluated the candidates on a variety of factors including: 4 H/FFA activities, school and community activities and poise.

The 2023 Queen will be crowned along with two attendants by the 2022 Fairfield County Jr. Fair Queen, Alison Sponseller, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 during the Fairfield County Junior Fair Panorama.

This year’s finalists include:

  • Lacie Bachman, 17, daughter of Gregg and Christi Bachman. She attends Bloom-Carroll High School and is a member of Unleashed 4-H Club and Bloom-Carroll FFA.
  • Samantha “Sam” Bader, 16, daughter of Steve and Kimberly Bader. She attends Liberty Union High School and is a member of Baltimore Blue Ribbons 4-H Club and Liberty Union FFA.
  • Danielle Burch, 16, daughter of Tonya Foreman and Joey Burch. She attends Bloom-Carroll and Fairfield Career Center and is a member of the Fairfield Career Center FFA.
  • Lilian “Lily” Dennis, 17, daughter of Brad and Shelly Dennis. She attends Sheridan High School and is a member of the Amanda Work and Win 4-H Club and Sheridan FFA.
  • Emma Gray, 16, daughter of Jon and Beth Gray. She attends Fairfield Career Center and is a member of the Fairfield Career Center FFA.
  • Evelyn Hill, 17, daughter of Jessica and Jason Hill. She attends Lancaster High School and is a member of Shooting Stars 4-H Club.
  • Gabrielle Rosier, 17, daughter of Christina Mason and Joshua Heskett. She attends Lancaster High School and Columbus State Community College and is a member of the Golden Clovers 4-H Club.
  • December Snyder, 17, granddaughter of Randy Snyder. She attends Lancaster High School and is a member of the Fairfield Cavy and Rabbit 4-H Club.
  • Jadin Triplett, 19, daughter of Jamie Miller and James Triplett. She attends Hocking College is a member of Rough Riders 4-H Club and Fairfield Union FFA.
  • Katelyn Wynkoop, 16, daughter of Bob and Lisa Wynkoop. She attends Bloom-Carroll High School and is a member of Camelids Unlimited 4-H Club and Bloom-Carroll FFA.

Ten Fairfield County teens are competing for the title of 2023 Fairfield County Junior Fair Queen. Back Row: December Snyder, Evelyn Hill, Katelyn Wynkoop, Jadin Triplett, Samantha Bader; Front Row: Emma Gray, Lilian Dennis, Danielle Burch, Lacie Bachman; Not Pictured: Gabrielle Rosier

2023 Fairfield County Lamb & Wool Queen Applications due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Fairfield County Lamb & Wool Queen Applications are now available! Please submit entries no later than September 8, 2023, at 4:00 est via the following link: https://forms.gle/KZ1wi8MzGA5XCd4c6.

In addition to this application, please forward a copy of your resume to landisnatalyn@gmail.com with Lamb and Wool Queen in the subject line.

The Fairfield County Lamb & Wool Queen competition will be held in conjunction with the Guys and Gals Sheep Lead competition at the Fairfield County Fair on October 11th. The competition is open to girls residing in Fairfield County who are 16-22 years of age, as of the week of the Fairfield County Fair. The Queen must remain unmarried during her reign.

A committee will review the application and the applicants will be invited to interview before a panel of judges. You will receive information regarding in-person or Zoom options for interviews. All queen contestants and the present Lamb and Wool Queen are required to participate in the Guys and Gals Lead competition.

The queen’s duties are to attend the 4-H sheep show, the open class show, the 4-H Livestock sale and any other activities that promote the Lamb and Wool industry. Other opportunities to promote the Lamb and Wool industry would include: participating in area parades, and the Ohio State Fair Guys and Gals lead.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS September 8, 2023, at 4:00 est.  Candidates will be contacted for the exact time slot for interviews. Please direct questions to Natalyn Wymer at (740)-407-1420 or landisnatalyn@gmail.com.

Alpaca Ambassador Applications: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Alpaca Ambassador Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Alpaca Ambassador Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8th, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Equine Ambassador Applications: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Equine Ambassador Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Equine Ambassador Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8th, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Caprine Ambassador Applications: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Caprine Ambassador Application is found at: 2023 Fairfield County Caprine Representative Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Swine Ambassador Application: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Swine Ambassador Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Swine Ambassador Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Rabbit Representative Application: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Rabbit Representative Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Rabbit Representative Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8th, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Poultry Representative Application: Due 9/8/2023

The 2023 Poultry Representative Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Poultry Ambassador Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8th, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.

Dairy Ambassador Application Due 9/8/2023

The2023 Dairy Ambassador Application is located at: 2023 Fairfield County Dairy Ambassador Application

The application is due to the Extension Office by September 8, 2023. Please note that all other specie applications as well as Junior Fair Queen applications are now posted online. Click here for more info.