Hillesheim heading to the ‘Hall’

Children all over Chickasaw County have the great opportunity to show their animals and talents at the annual 4-H Fair every year without thinking about the many volunteers each year who make the fair possible.Children along with the adults get nominated for being the best of the best and this year Nancy Hillesheim is the best of the volunteers.Family Fun Night during the Chickasaw County 4-H Fair the 4-H Volunteer of the Year award was announced and Hillesheim’s family made sure she was there to find out the news.  “I was elated and very honored,” said Hillesheim.Each year since 2002 the Chickasaw County 4-H Fair awards one person or couple as its 4-H Volunteer of the Year. Winners are chosen for their outstanding service and dedication to the Chickasaw County 4-H program.Chickasaw County fairs have been a part of Hillesheim’s life for many years and it all began in the late 1970s when she agreed to become a 4-H leader when her children were younger.  Her four girls showed driving ponies at the fairs and attended the Iowa State Fair on a yearly basis.In 1980, Hillesheim joined the Fair Board and has volunteered numerous hours behind the scenes helping out where ever she is needed. She keeps in touch with the Chickasaw County Extension Office and is the Fair Board contact person when there are questions, concerns or building rentals at the fairgrounds.For the complete story see the 8/11/2016 Nashua Reporter.