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2024 Frankfort Hotdogs Hall of Fame Inductees
Jodi Skiles Commins was recognized for her service as a pediatric hematologist/oncologist at Riley Children’s Hospital. She is part of the class of 1997. Michelle Gullion was recognized as the Director of Collections and Research for the National First Ladies Library. She is part of the class of 1979. Michael Kelley was recognized as a Frankfort High School and Middle School educator, assistant principal and principal. He is part of the class of 1966. Travis Kelley was re
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2023 Frankfort Hotdogs Hall of Fame Inductees
FRED CARTER (Alumni) Class of 1949 After marrying “Mitzi” Gaffney in 1952, Fred built his own successful retail business. In 1972, he became President of Citizens’ Building and Loan. Fred served with countless civic organizations, including Frankfort Main Street, the Community Foundation, and the Chamber of Commerce. In 2022, on “Fred Carter Day,” the Mayor proclaimed him “Mr. Hot Dog” for a lifetime of service to Frankfort. DR. LEE F. DUPLER, M.D. (Alumni) Class of 1951 A g
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2022 Frankfort Hotdogs Hall of Fame Inductees
CHAD BUNTIN (Alumni) Class of 1996 Chad was the first IHSAA State Wrestling Champ from Clinton County and played in the Indiana Football Coaches Association 1996 North/South All-Star Game. Chad attended Franklin College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Criminology. He played varsity football there from 1996 to 1999, earning notoriety for starting at positions on both offense and defense. After graduation, Chad served as Assistant Wrestling Coach at Franklin Hi
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2021 Frankfort Hotdogs Hall of Fame Inductees
DANIEL COUGILL Daniel "Dan" Cougill (Alumni) Class of 1971 Dan graduated with Honors from Indiana University’s College of Arts and Sciences with a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of Political Science in 1975. He also graduated from Indiana University Kelley School of Business with a Master of Business Administration with Highest Honors in 1977. Dan held a variety of Marketing and Sales positions with Wilson Sporting Goods starting in 1977. He became the Senior Vice
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2020 Frankfort Hotdog Hall of Fame Inductees
STEVE R. ADAMS (Alumni) Class of 1961 Graduated with top academic honors from Frankfort High School. Steve received his Bachelor of Arts and Master's Degrees from Indiana University with an undergraduate degree in (Aristotelian) Philosophy and a Master's degree in English. Steve taught in Lebanon Junior High School receiving an "Outstanding Young Educator of the Year" award from the Jaycees. Steve then began a long career as a pianist/composer of sacred music that saw his
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2019 Frankfort Hotdog Hall of Fame Inductees
Charles L. (Chuck) Aidman Class of 1942 He served in the United States Navy during the World War II. Aidman was a film scenarist and television actor for four decades. He made his film debut in “Destination Space” (1959), followed by “Pork Chop Hill” (1959). Among his many television credits include appearances on the “Twilight Zone,” “Have Gun Will Travel,” “Bonanza,” “The Wild Wild West,” “All in the Family,” “The Jeffersons,” and in a 1977 episode of “M*A*S*H.” Dr. Frank B
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2018 Hotdog Hall of Fame Inductees
DAVID KYLE COOK (Alumni) Class of 1994 Lead guitarist for multi-platinum, Grammy nominated band Matchbox 20. Kyle has recorded five albums that have produced numerous hit songs including, “3AM”, “Unwell” and “Push”. Kyle has also contributed to Mick Jagger’s song “Visions of Paradise” and produced several songs with John Waite. JANICE GAIL KOERTGE DAVIDSON (Alumni) Class of 1962 First Clinton County Junior Miss. Graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s Degree in E
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