A youth leader who pioneered a state program that has involved thousands in 4-H has been recognized as the latest recipient of a local award.
Pat Fry, who forged the competition that created the 4-H dog shows at the Indiana State Fair and programs throughout the state, has been named this week's recipient of the Logansport Bicentennial Citizen Award.
Mayor Dave Kitchell says that as an unpaid volunteer, Fry became one of the original state 4-H Dog Committee members and worked at the Indiana 4-H Dog Show for many years in addition to coordinating the Cass 4-H Dog Show which was one of the opening events of the local fair. Fry's 4-H club members walked dogs in parades and visited nursing homes where residents shared time with companion animals. She taught dog obedience and showmanship classes.
Fry will receive a certificate from the city and an Indiana state flag.
The award is presented weekly during Indiana's bicentennial year to honor Logansport residents and natives who received statewide, nationwide or international recognition during their lifetime.
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