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Derby Draws Large Crowds at Athens County Fair
The first grandstand show at the Athens County Fair drew crowds overflowing seating and lining the track for the demolition derby Tuesday night. Tonight the Parade of the Hills Committee meets at 8 p.m. at Jack's Bar and Grill. In Nashville, Crystal Gayle and Gwin Turner with the Jubilees perform at 8 p.m. The 4 H state fair style revue winners are announced at 6:30 p.m. with the junior fair queen crowned at 6:45 p.m. and the parade at 7. Thursday features include junior fair market pig judging at 8:30 a.m., 4H horse judging at 9 a.m., harness racing at 1 p.m., and sheep judging at 4 p.m.
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