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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 2013
Page
5
The Vinland community fair draws crowds on a muggy day as longtime organizers like Mary Gensler reflect on 25 years of service. Ruth Story visits with her daughter Rosie, praising the event’s kindness and local camaraderie over simple fair activities and penny prizes.
Directions describe reaching the Vinland fairgrounds where children enjoy gunny sack races and bikes as residents recount a timeless, wholesome celebration. Maycock and Story praise the event as a throwback to a simpler era, contrasted with today’s gadgets. Caitlin Doornbos can be reached at 813-7146.
In Topeka, federal denial of permanent residency for six of 29 foreign teachers recruited eight years ago may force their return home. The district appeals, arguing a local shortage of qualified teachers in special education and secondary math and science remains.
Today at Vinland Fair features stock bicycle races at 10 a.m. and multiple 12 p.m. events including sack races soft ball throw and tug of war. An antique tractor pull starts at 7 p.m. followed by Walt Babbitt and the Roots of Country at 7 30 p.m. Volunteers serve lunch and dinner with beef pork and noodles.
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