The Logan County Jail opened its doors Friday afternoon for a community lunch celebrating the harvest from the facility’s garden.
Jail Administrator Tim Klingelhofer welcomed several hundred residents to the jail for a meal prepared by inmates using fresh produce grown on the property.
The garden produced a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and poultry this year, including zucchini, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes, squash, watermelon, pumpkins, green beans, sweet corn, potatoes, onions, carrots, chicken and eggs.
Staff Sergeant of Corrections Joe Torsell and Vic Klingelhofer manned the grill and smoker, serving hamburgers, brats and smoked chicken quarters from chickens raised right at the jail.
The garden program serves a dual purpose by providing fresh food while giving inmates an opportunity to learn skills, take responsibility, and contribute to the community.
The garden program received support from several local businesses and organizations, and wouldn’t be possible without their support.
The annual harvest lunch brought together inmates, jail staff and community members while highlighting the work that goes into the garden throughout the growing season.
The luncheon has been a tradition for approximately 10 years.
