Franklin County Lincoln Day Dinner held Friday, October 9 near Metamora

More than 60 Republicans including federal, state and local candidates and office holders came together Friday night, October 9, at the Metamora Church of God. State officials said it was one of just a few Lincoln Day dinners held this year of the COVID-19.

Franklin County Republican Chair Tom Wilson addresses the Lincoln Day Crowd Friday, October 9, at the Metamora Church of God. Beside him is the keynote speaker State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg).

Franklin County Clerk Neysa Raible sang the National Anthem and God Bless America before the start of the Franklin County Lincoln Day Dinner, Friday, October 9 at the Metamora Church of God.
Sixth District Congressman Greg Pence addresses the Lincoln Day crowd at the Lincoln Day Dinner. On the left back and standing is Franklin County Republican Chairman Tom Wilson. Seated in front of Wilson is State Senator Jean Leising, the keynote speaker, And on the far side seated is Metamora Church of God Pastor Wayne Ison.