Neigh-ver say never to horses at a market animal show

  • As judge Frank Lindley passes, Horse Club member Korah Mayfield shows her mare Mercedes in the first ever halter horse classes at the Menard County Youth & Livestock Show in December. Madolyn Nasworthy, photo.
    As judge Frank Lindley passes, Horse Club member Korah Mayfield shows her mare Mercedes in the first ever halter horse classes at the Menard County Youth & Livestock Show in December. Madolyn Nasworthy, photo.
    By Paige Wright The 2024 edition of the annual Menard County Youth and Livestock Show featured a notable addition—horses. Two halter classes, one for mares and one for geldings, were held as the opening affair at the Friday show in December. Horse shows are not uncommon; however, they are not often found at a market animal show.Market animals—sheep/goats, hogs, steers, rabbits— are...

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