On Saturday, May 3rd, the Union County Sheriff’s office held a Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair in the Sheriff’s office parking lot in Elk Point.

May 3rd, 2025, Sheriff Jim Prouty kneels with some of the rodeo attendees.

By Shannon Jost

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On Saturday, May 3rd, the Union County Sheriff’s office held a Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair in the Sheriff’s office parking lot in Elk Point. Over a hundred area youth attended. 

There were bike and helmet inspections, drone demonstrations by Deputy Braun, photo displays, obstacles, giveaways, and food and beverages for attendees. 

Many children received …