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County approves Rock the Rind festival on courthouse lawn, and Medora Covered Bridge dinner
Summary
The board approved exclusive use of the courthouse lawn for Rock the Rind (July 31–Aug 2) with specified liability coverage and granted permission for the Friends of the Medora Covered Bridge to hold their annual dinner on Aug. 2 with proof of insurance.
The Jackson County Board of Commissioners approved two event permits at its May 20 meeting. Building Commissioner Conner Barnette requested exclusive use of the courthouse lawn for the Rock the Rind Festival scheduled July 31–Aug. 2, 2025; he told the board the event carries $1,000,000 in general liability coverage and $3,000,000 in liquor liability coverage. The board approved the request by motion, 2-0.
Separately, Miko McRoy of the Friends of the Medora Covered Bridge requested use of the bridge for the group's annual dinner on Aug. 2, 2025 and provided a liability insurance certificate; the board approved that request by motion, 2-0. Minutes do not record additional permit conditions, fees, or setup details.
