Big Thanks for the Clarke County Fair

Congratulations to the Ruritan Club of Clarke County for a wildly successful Clarke County Fair! And a big thanks to everyone who had a hand in the event.

When you’re at the fair having a great time, and everything‘s going so smoothly, it’s really easy to forget just how many people and volunteers it takes to have such a wonderful event —— especially one that lasts an entire week!

There are 15 departments organizing the fair, ranging from beef, dairy, sheep and goats, to swine, poultry and rabbits. There are the departments for floral, homemaking, horticulture, photography, and fine arts. And, of course, horses. An effort of this size needs a department for rules and regulations, and one to oversee animal
health regulations.

There is vendor logistics, scheduling, entertainment, and the huge challenge of providing a safe, comfortable venue — nearly all of which is out of sight to the visitor.
One of the great highlights of the fair for many of us is to see young people taking on such responsibility and receiving —and responding to — mentorship by so many
dedicated people.

Clarke County says thanks!