Mower Livestock Hall of Fame seeks nominees

The Mower County Livestock Hall of Fame is seeking nominations for inductees into the Livestock Hall of Fame for 2015 and beyond. Nominees must have exhibited leadership qualifications in Mower County livestock organizations and/or activities.

The Hall of Fame Reception and Induction Ceremony will be held during the 2015 Mower County Fair which will be Aug. 11-16.

Residents can submit nominations stating why they think a nominee should be inducted, or fill out the form on the hall of fame website at www.mowercountyfair.com and mail it to the Mower County Fair, 700 12th St. SW, Austin, MN 55912. Please also include a name and phone number.

Nominations will close on March 20 for nominees to be considered for the current year.

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