The 4-H competitions at the Christian County Fair continue with the sheep show.  It took place on Wednesday, with many 4-H participants bringing their animals for judging.  Regional Radio News spoke to five of them – Charlee, Harper, Olive, and Opal Ryan, along with Reagen Funderburke – ahead of the event. 

The Ryans are all related but are not all siblings.  As Charlee describes, she and Harper brought five sheep to the fair but have many more at home. 

And as Harper describes, there are more breeds of sheep than people may realize.

The sheep are judged on their appearance.  Opal Ryan says the finer criteria are based on the breed.

Taking care of sheep requires a lot of work.  Olive Ryan says their attitudes play a major role in the care they need.

Reagen Funderburke adds that sheep often mirror the attitudes of their carers as well. 

You can find news and competition results from the fair here.

Charlee, Harper, Olive, and Opal Ryan, along with Reagen Funderburke, appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show as part of our Christian County Fair coverage.