A 300 watt tubular halogen bulb operated at full power quickly reaches a temperature of about 540 Â°C (1,004 Â°F), while a 500 watt regular incandescent bulb operates at only 180 Â°C (356 Â°F) and a 75 watt regular incandescent at only 130 Â°C (266 Â°F).
Parke County is home to 31 covered bridges. The covered bridge festival, Indiana's largest festival, always starts on the 2nd Friday in October is nationally known as one of the largest. Around Town.
Don't miss the 2016 Wayne County Fair and Horse Show! Come early and stay late as you take in the food, fun and family entertainment. The Fair runs from July 1 to July 9 at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park. A big thank you to all who participate and support our community event!