Author Archive: Beacon Staff

Livestock judging contest teaches youth what judges look for
COSHOCTON – On Tuesday, Oct. 3, a unique contest was held at Hunter Arena during the Coshocton County Fair. The 4-H Livestock Judging Contest brought youth from all over the county to learn what judges are looking for during the livestock shows many of them compete in. There are six classes of animals to be […]

4-H Tasting Smorgasbord a treat for the taste buds
COSHOCTON – On Monday, Oct. 2, the 4-H building at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds was full of delicious odors and young, budding chefs who were eager to talk about the food they had made for the Tasting Smorgasbord. Each year, the public is invited to try samples from each competitor. Dishes included appetizers, main dishes, […]

Mark’s Musings – October 4, 2017
It’s been a fantastic fair with only a day or so to go – depending on when you read your copy of The Beacon – until the 166th annual Coshocton County Fair is a wrap. The final evening of the fair is always a good one with the junior fair livestock auction. Our youngsters have […]

William Michael Morgan wows fair crowd
COSHOCTON – Rick Williams, a member of the fair entertainment committee, said people from the community had said they wanted to see someone new at the fair. The committee followed their suggestions and their choice of William Michael Morgan did not disappoint the fair crowd on Saturday evening, Sept. 30. Fair Board President Kim Wells, […]

Emerson honored at county fair
COSHOCTON Royce Emerson, who has served as a deputy with the Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office for 58 and one half years was honored during the opening ceremony of the 166th annual Coshocton County Fair on Saturday morning, Sept. 30. Sheriff Tim Rogers said, “During that time he has never missed a county fair. He is […]

Mark’s Musings – September 27, 2017
It’s Fair Time! That wonderful, fabulous time of the year in Coshocton County. Most youngsters that take a livestock or special project or any combination of those have memories of the fair. Regardless of how many years ago that you entered the show arena (for some reason I want to write the word “ring” but […]

Raising awareness is goal of suicide prevention coalition event
COSHOCTON – Despite the heat, A Ray of Hope, a suicide prevention outreach event, drew a continuous crowd on Saturday, Sept. 23 at Clary Gardens. More than 40 vendors lined the walks in the gardens for people to enjoy and music was shared by Brad Fuller and The Realm. Food was offered by Austin’s Kettle […]