(Post sponsored by Tinsley Law & Title, Holt Wrecker, R&R lawn specialists, Gibson Pharmacy)
The 2024 Henderson County Livestock Show will get underway this weekend with the Queen and Princess contest and crowning. The action will begin in the arena on Monday with the Youth Horse Show.
In addition to all the usual events (see attached schedule), something special will happen on Tuesday when 131 students with disabilities visit the J.D. Lewis Arena for the inaugural "Heart of the HCLS" event.
Participating students are from junior high through high school.
"We're really excited," said HCLS Secretary Tobie Herrington. "This is something we're doing to draw in more kids and hopefully it will grow."
The event will feature 11 stations giving students a hands-on experience of the livestock show. There will even be a chance for students to take animals into a show ring.
The event is sponsored by First State Bank of Athens, First State Bank of Brownsboro, Saddle Creek Ranch in Chandler, and Kevin and Jeaneane Lilly's McDonald's. Plus each station has a sponsor.
"It has just been a blessing," said Mrs. Herrington. "Nobody said no. People have reached out to help."
Make sure to visit the 2024 Henderson County Livestock Show from March 18-23. Parking and entry will be free thanks to this year's Gate Sponsors:
Monday & Tuesday: Aqua Texas and Benson’s Eats and Treats
Wednesday: Colonial Title
Thursday: National Land Realty/ Dustin Weems
Friday: Aqua Texas and Benson’s Eats &Treats
Saturday: L3 Harris
Saturday Buyers Lunch Sponsor: Life Fellowship of Athens and Horton’Custom Welding