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Nov 30, 2011 General Information
Fond du Lac County Fair Board President George Stanchfield was among five volunteers presented with the Heritage Award, sponsored by Haas & Wilkerson Insurance, at the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) 121st annual convention.
The convention was held Nov. 28-Dec. 1 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Carol Porter of Haas & Wilkerson Insurance presented the awards to the recipients, who were nominated by people associated with their respective fairs.
Each winner received a plaque and $1,000, and each fair nominating the winners received $500.
The nominees were required to have at least 10 years of fair management experience and could receive no more than $2,500 remuneration annually for serving in the position.
The nominees’ fairs were also required to be current members of IAFE.
Stanchfield began exhibiting cattle at the Fond du Lac County Fair in Fond du Lac nearly 70 years ago while growing up on his family’s dairy farm.
In 1978, he was elected to the Fond du Lac County Fair Board, which he has served as a director, treasurer, manager, and currently, as president.
He has been involved in all aspects of the fair, including managing all operations while serving as manager.
Stanchfield has been attending IAFE annual conventions since 1995 and has attended 12 IAFE Zone 4 meetings. He has also participated in the IAFE Consumer Protection Program.
Stanchfield is involved with the Wisconsin Association of Fairs and has attended every convention since 1978.
He has served the Wisconsin Association of Fairs as a director for eight years and as president for two and has been a member of the Credential and Grievance Committees.
Stanchfield worked as an electrician for Mercury Marine for more than 40 years after serving in the Navy and starting his own farm with his family.
He has been involved with the Fond du Lac County Economic Development Corporporation, has served as a supervisor and chairman of the Fond du Lac County Board and as Fond du Lac County Pork Producers president.
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Jul 5, 2011 Exhibitors, General Information, Sponsors, Vendors
FOND DU LAC – Immel Insurance and Financial Services is the sponsor of the Fond du Lac County Holstein Futurity. The Immel Insurance and Financial Services Holstein Futurity will be held Friday, July 22nd at the 160th Fond du Lac County Fair.
Immel Insurance and Financial Services just began their 30th year of providing excellent service to farm and agriculture clients. The staff at the Immel Agency knows the hard work that goes with preparing cattle for the show ring. The exhibitors’ hard work and pride shows in presentation at the show as Rural Mutual and Immel Insurance work hard to help clients protect their valuable assets that they have attained.
With a staff of six full-time and two part-time employees, they are always there to answer client’s calls. Mike Immel specializes in all lines of insurance. Matt Immel assists clients with insurance and financial planning and Erik O’Brien focuses on assisting farmers with crop and farm insurance. Immel Insurance and Financial Services is a full-service agency handling all insurance needs.
Other sponsors of the event include Fond du Lac County Agricultural Society, Fond du Lac County Holstein Assn., Holiday Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, Woods Flowers and Gifts, Frey Livestock Trucking, IBA Distributors, Badgerland Financial, Tari Costello and United Cooperative
For the seventh year the show will consist of two age classes of Holsteins. The five-year-old show will begin at 6:45 p.m. in the Fairgrounds Cow Palace. The two-year-old class will follow.
Futurity committee members include Rae Nell Halbur and Richard Julka, co-chair, Jim and Marlene Kelroy, Kurt Loehr, Jeff Hayes, Joe Sattler, Amy Ryan and Jim Bliefnick.
For more information about the Futurity contact Rae Nell Halbur at 920-922-9672.
May 26, 2011 Uncategorized
Backflip Dept, LLC, a professional BMX Stunt Team from mid-east Wisconsin will be performing at the 2011 Fond du Lac County Fair. The professionals at Backflip love to ride and love to bust tricks that will astonish a crowd of any age or interest. If you are looking for some intense entertainment, then look no further. Performance dates will be announced closer to fair time. Stay tuned in to the Fair’s official website and official Facebook page for details.
Joe Battaglia and Backflip Billy at 4 Seasons
May 18, 2011 General Information
Warm up your ovens and get out your favorite recipe because opening day of the Fair will feature a Baking Contest! The contest is sponsored by Ghirardelli Chocolate Company and Klotz’s Piggly Wiggly of Campbellsport. The contest is open to anyone and is not age specific. Professional bakers are not allowed to participate. Entrants must hold a season pass for the fair. Entries must be either a desert or candy using Ghirardelli product, and only one entry per person will be allowed. Judging will be based on taste and presentation. A recipe card must be included. No advance registration is needed; just show up in the Rec Building prior to the 3PM judging with your entry. First through fourth place winners will receive a gift basket featuring Ghirardelli products. Last but not least, taste testing will take place for all after the judging! Visit www.fonddulaccountyfair for further details on the contest as they become available.
May 18, 2011 Fairest of the Fair, General Information, Tickets
Seven women will compete for the chance to be Fond du Lac County Fairest of the Fair.
The annual competition will be held Sunday, May 22, at Northwinds Supper Club, 321 Fond du Lac Ave., Eden. The finals will begin at 6 p.m., according to an event press release.
Fairest of the Fair will represent the County Fair, attending community events and making impromptu appearances throughout Fair week. She will compete at the State Fairest of the Fair in January.
Tickets cost $7. Call Katie Grinstead at (920) 960-8190 or Rose Boyke at (920) 960-0966 for ticket availability.
Following are profiles of this year’s contestants.
Correna Bovee
n Hometown: Fond du Lac
n Age: 20
n Parents: Faith and Joe Bovee
n Education: Fond du Lac High School graduate and University of Wisconsin-Fond du Lac alumna. She plans to attend Moraine Park Technical College
this fall for accounting.
Elizabeth Drendel
n Hometown: Fond du Lac
n Age: 21
n Parents: Rod and Linda Drendel
n Education: Trinity Baptist School graduate. She graduated from Marian University, majoring in business administration and business management. She’s a Realtor at RE/Max Heritage.
Rose Gudex
n Hometown: Lomira
n Age: 20
n Parents: Ken and Karen Gudex
n Education: Campbellsport High School graduate. She’s attending University of Wisconsin-River Falls for elementary education and early childhood education.
Jennifer Kindschuh
n Hometown: Brownsville
n Age: 21
n Parents: David and Dianne Kindschuh
n Education: Lomira High School graduate. Attending Madison Area Technical College’s veterinary technician program.
Angela Kochan
n Hometown: Fond du Lac
n Age: 20
n Parents: Joe and Kathy Kochan
n Education: Fond du Lac High School graduate. She’s attending University of Wisconsin-Stout for family and consumer sciences education.
Kelly Wondra
n Hometown: Eden
n Age: 20
n Parents: Steve and Lori Reilly of Eden
n Education: Campbellsport High School graduate and Advanced College of Cosmetology in Waupun alumna. She’s attending Wisconsin School of Massage Therapy.
Victoria Ziebert
n Hometown: Campbellsport
n Age: 20
n Parents: Paul and Tamara Ziebert
n Education: Campbellsport High School graduate. She’s attending University of Wisconsin-Madison, majoring in animal sciences and psychology.
Apr 27, 2011 General Information, Grandstand Entertainment, Tickets
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin - The 2nd Annual event has been added to the Fond du Lac County Fair entertainment lineup for 2011. The 2001 Fondy Fair 5K Run/Walk will take place at 8:00am on Saturday, July 23, 2011.
This family event will start and end on the Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome to participate. The Fondy Fair 5K Run/Walk is also an opportunity to promote and educate event participants about the importance of agriculture in Fond du Lac County.
Runners and walkers in this race take off at 8:00am from the fairgrounds and will follow the 3.1 mile course that will eventually loop back to the fairgrounds.
A registration fee is required to participate on the day of the race. The registration fee covers single, all day admission to the fair on Saturday, July 23th, a race t-shirt (only guaranteed to those registered by July 16, 2011) and post-race refreshments. Prizes will be awarded to the top winner in each age category. There will be a special division for 4-H and FFA members. Registrants can register online or via mail-in forms. Completed forms and checks can be mailed to Fondy Fair 5K Run/Walk, P.O. Box 1466, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin 54936-1466.
Generous sponsors for this year’s event include the Fond du Lac County Ag Society and RoadID. If you or your business would like to help sponsor the 2011 Fondy Fair 5K, please contact the 5K Race Director at runningevents@fonddulaccountyfair.com .
Apr 18, 2011 Fairest of the Fair, General Information
The 2011 Fond du Lac County Fair is looking for qualified Fairest of the Fair contestants. The Fairest of the Fair will be the ambassador for the fair. He or she will be asked to attend various events to promote the fair and its many functions and events. The Fairest is expected to attend all six days of the fair and be on hand for impromptu appearances as needed. Additionally the Fairest will compete for the State Fairest of the Fair crown at the Wisconsin Association of Fairs State Convention held in January of 2012.
Contestants must be 18 or over as of January 1 of the current year. He or She must have been a resident of Fond du Lac County for at least one year or be an active member of a Fond du Lac County youth organization involved in exhibiting at the Fond du Lac County Fair. Once again this year, The 2011 Fairest of the Fair will be crowned at a pre-fair event held at NorthWinds Supper Club in Eden, WI on May 22, 2011.
Contestants will be judged wearing business professional attire. Judging on the county level will be based on the following qualifications: Personality, Poise, Appearance, Community Involvement, Speaking Ability, and a 30-second Public Service Announcement.
To apply, contestants need to fill out an entry form which is available at www.fonddulaccountyfair.com by clicking on the 2011 Fairest of the Fair Page or by contacting Katie Grinstead at 920.960.8190. Applications are due by Wednesday, May 11 to Katie Grinstead, 718 South Country Lane, Fond du Lac WI 54935.
Apr 3, 2011 General Information, Tickets
The 160th Fond du Lac County Fair is just around the corner!! Thanks to a partnership with Grande Cheese, children ages 14 and under will be admitted FREE until 3PM each of the five days of the Fond du Lac County Fair held this year from July 19-24!! The Fair Board has been planning to be sure the 160th Fond du Lac County fair is an affordable and education experience for families in the Fond du Lac and surrounding areas. It has always been part of the Fair’s Mission to unite rural and urban cultures to create an understanding and appreciate for Fond du Lac’s rich agricultural heritage. Thanks to the support of many local businesses such as Grande Cheese, the Fair will continue to provide a venue in our community for education, agricultural, and affordable family fun! For more information on all ticket prices and events at this year’s 160th Fond du Lac County Fair, click on fonddulaccountyfair.com. For more information about Grande Cheese visit grande.com. The Fond du Lac County Fair….a county tradition for 160 year!!
Apr 1, 2011 General Information, Tickets
It may be hard to believe, but the 160th annual Fond du Lac County Fair is just around the corner. What better time than now to make plans to attend the largest event in Fond du Lac County? Advance tickets can be purchased NOW at discounted prices for daily, season, and VIP concert tickets by visiting www.fonddulaccountyfair.com or by calling (888)695-0888. Don’t miss out on your chance to save some money on a ticket to the largest county-wide event in Fond du Lac County!! Buy your tickets now for the Fond du Lac County Fair….a county Tradition for 160 years!
Mar 4, 2011 General Information, Grandstand Entertainment, Tickets
TESLA is a multi-platinum-selling rock band from Northern California known for their melodic songs and down to earth appeal. Thanks to their die-hard, loyal fan base and their younger generation offspring, TESLA continues to tour to sold-out crowds around the world.
TESLA’s 2009 FOREVER MORE tour in support of the new album of the same name, gives their audience a 25-year musical journey that keeps the loyal fans coming back and has newcomers realizing, “WOW, I didn’t know they did that song!”
TESLA’s new album, Forever More contains the first single “I Wanna Live,” along with “Breakin’ Free” and the self-titled track that opens the show nightly.
TESLA’s first HAC (Hot AC) track off Forever More, “Fallin’ Apart” is accompanied by a concept video available for viewing online. The ballad is sure to touch the hearts of music fans, similar to the way their hit single and crowd favorite, “Love Song” did in years past.
TESLA’s line-up consists of four of its original members: vocalist Jeff Keith, guitarist Frank Hannon, bassist Brian Wheat, and drummer Troy Luccketta and new guitarist Dave Rude who has brought a new energy and creativity to the band.
TESLA were formed in Sacramento, CA, in 1985, out of an earlier, locally popular group called City Kidd, which dated back to 1982. The band wrote original music and knew their name didn’t fit the sound. At management’s suggestion, the band named itself after the eccentric inventor Nikola TESLA, who pioneered the radio but was given only belated credit for doing so.
After playing several showcases in Los Angeles, TESLA quickly scored a deal with Geffen and released their debut album, Mechanical Resonance, in 1986; it produced the hard rock hits and crowd favorite, “Modern Day Cowboy” and “Little Suzi.” Mechanical Resonance reached the Top 40 on the album charts, and eventually went platinum.
It was the follow-up, 1989′s, The Great Radio Controversy which truly broke the band. The first single, “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out),” was a hit with hard rock audiences, setting the stage for the second single, a comforting ballad called “Love Song” which substituted a dash of hippie utopianism for the usual power ballad histrionics.
“Love Song” hit the pop Top Ten and made the band stars, pushing The Great Radio Controversy into the Top 20 and double-platinum sales figures; the follow-up single, “The Way It Is,” was also a hit.
In keeping with their unpretentious, blue-collar roots, TESLA responded to stardom not by the glam theatrics of their tour mates and peers of the era, but by stripping things down. The idea behind 1990′s, Five Man Acoustical Jam was virtually unheard of — a pop-metal band playing loose, informal acoustic versions of their best-known songs in concert, plus a few favorite covers.
TESLA’s music was sturdy enough to hold up when its roots were exposed, and one of the covers, “Signs,” became another Top Ten hit, as well as the band’s highest-charting single. Not only did Five Man Acoustical Jam reach the Top 20 and go Platinum, it helped directly inspire MTV’s “Unplugged” series, both with its relaxed vibe and its reminder that acoustic music could sound vital and energetic. This album is credited for starting the whole “Unplugged” craze of the ‘90s which included artist like Eric Clapton, Nirvana, and many others following suit with acoustic live albums.
The studio follow-up to The Great Radio Controversy, Psychotic Supper, was released in 1991 and quickly became another platinum hit and spun off the greatest number of singles of any TESLA album: “Edison’s Medicine,” “Call It What You Want,” “Song and Emotion,” and the classic hit, “What You Give,” which was another one of TESLA’s ballad singles that reached Top 20 radio airplay.
Their 1994 follow-up, Bust a Nut, sold over 800,000 copies, and battling the “Seattle Invasion” in 1994, was a testament to the loyal fan base TESLA had managed to cultivate over the years. The single, “Mama’s Fool” was well received, however at this point the band was suffering internal problems and decided to dis-band for the next five years.
Returning with their first studio album of all original music, TESLA wrote and recorded the album Into the Now, and for the first time, self produced the album along with audio engineer Michael Rosen (Testament, AFI, Santana). Released in March, 2004, Into The Now was an autobiographical testament of a band from a previous decade plunging forward into a new era of music, and producing a sound that could compete with modern music of the day. The album successfully showed that the band could evolve sonically with aggressive songs like “Heaven 911” and the title track “Into the Now,” and “Caught in a Dream” which received massive radio airplay as well.
During this time, management and label changes were made, bringing us to the independent era of today’s TESLA.
In 2008, the band released its seventh studio album, Forever More, an all-new collection of songs including, “I Wanna Live,” “Breakin’ Free,” “Fallin’ Apart” and the title track “Forever More.” The release reunited the band with producer Terry Thomas, who helmed 1994′s, Bust a Nut.
TESLA is more creative now than ever, simultaneously creating and producing their own videos and albums. The release of the self-produced Comin Atcha Live 2008! marks their first ever HD release of a full electric concert DVD.
With this new-found creativity and the album Forever More, the band has taken control of their career, releasing the album on CD (and a limited-edition vinyl package) around the world through their band-owned and operated label, TESLA Electric Company Recordings.
