Abby Brockman rushes back out of the pond northwest of Moser Engineering during United Way of Jay County’s Peggy’s Plunge. The polar plunge in honor of Peggy Atkinson raised money for Jay County’s Special Olympics, cancer society and homeless shelter. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
Jace Bonifas, 5, leads a sheep out into the Show Arena on July 1 during the peewee showmanship for kids between kindergarten and third grade. It was part of the Jay County Fair’s celebration of Kids’ Day. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
Lilly Johnson performs during Just Treble’s show as part of Jay County Junior-Senior High School fall choral concert on Oct. 12. Just Treble’s performance featured the songs “I Want Candy” and “Promise of a New Day.” (The Commercial Review/Ray Cooney)
There were smiles and tears from the Jay County High School cheerleaders Aug. 2 as they claimed the first-place trophy in the large varsity no music division at the Indiana State Fair, Pictured, from left, Emma Hatzell, Paisley Fugiett, Kayla Jetmore and Faith Faulkner react as they carry the trophy back to their teammates. The victory was the first for the Patriots since 2012 and a redemption of sorts after coming up 0.1 points short last summer. (The Commercial Review/Ray Cooney)
Jay County football fans had some fun Aug. 22 with a pre-game tailgate party that included music from John Beatrice Band, food, games and other activities. Pictured, 1-year-old Frank Hess plays in the midst of a bunch of bubbles blown by his aunt Gabby Williams. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
JCHS senior Mallory Winner tears up while hugging assistant coach and father Jon Winner following the inaugural IHSAA 170-pound state championship match on Friday at Corteva Coliseum at Indiana State Fairgrounds. No. 1 Winner pinned No. 11 Lydia Kwaleh of Perry Meridian after 2 minutes, 50 seconds. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
JCHS junior Hallie Schwieterman screams at Elizabeth Barnett (2) after rallying in the fourth set as the Patriots secured the outright Allen County Athletic Conference regular-season volleyball championship with a win Oct. 2 over Class 3A No. 7 Heritage. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
Wyatt Foster, the No. 2 hitter in the Jay County High School baseball team’s lineup, gets low as he tries to lay down a bunt at South Adams on May 8. Foster drew a walk in the at-bat to drive in a run. The Patriots beat the Starfires 11-0 to pick up their second Allen County Athletic Conference win of the season. (The Commercial Review/Andrew Balko)
Chris Baker of Cincinnati Circus eats fire April 13 during a duo performance along with Lauren Ashley to close the 2025 Eric R. Rogers Performance Series at Arts Place in Portland. Baker and Ashley shared a variety of talents with the audience, including juggling, hula hooping and aerial tricks. (The Commercial Review/Ray Cooney)
The last day of school on May 22 at Bloomfield wouldn't have been complete without the faculty lining the front lawn to wave goodbye to their students. The Bloomfield staff was looking forward to vacationing, spending time with their loved ones and taking some time for themselves. (The Commercial Review/Lindy Mercer)
