The Russell County Fair has announced its 2026 Floral Hall Grand Champions, recognizing outstanding entries in both Open Class and 4-H competition categories.
In the Open Class division, Sharon Bradley earned Grand Champion honors in Flowers, while Sherry Redmon took top honors in Baked Foods. Gunnar Coe was named Grand Champion in Photography, and Tina Wilson received the top award in Painting.
Other Open Class winners included Lane Roberts in Food Preservation, Christy Martin in Knit and Crochet, Kathy Gossage in Quilts, Tammy Picket in Arts and Crafts, Heath Gossage in Home Furnishing, Corrine Boger in Clothing and Textiles, and Keith Ellis in Agriculture.
The fair also recognized several young exhibitors in the 4-H division. Calli Godby earned Grand Champion honors in Arts, while Gunnar Coe captured top awards in both Photography and Entomology.
Cali Robertson was recognized in Home Environment and Wood Science, and Annslee Hammond earned the Grand Champion award in Food. Loren Satterly received top honors in Horticulture and Needlework, while Elle Satterly was named Grand Champion in both Forestry and Geology. Additional winners included Maycee Harrell in Sewing and Chase Robertson in County Heritage.
Fair officials say the annual Floral Hall competition showcases the creativity, craftsmanship, and agricultural talents of Russell County residents of all ages and remains one of the most anticipated traditions of the Russell County Fair.
Congratulations to all of the 2026 Grand Champions for their outstanding achievements.
