Fairgoers and 4-Hers flocked to the first competition of the Bartholomew County Fair — the poultry judging.
For many of the exhibitors, the poultry show is a family affair.
“It’s a great family thing and teaches them responsibility,” said parent Joel Burbrink of Columbus, as he sprayed a chicken’s feathers with shining oil.
This was the first year that his daughter, Ava Burbrink, 9, exhibited poultry at the fair. She won the rookie showmanship award at Friday morning’s competition at the fairgrounds.
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