Franklin County Fair Through 130 Years Of History
The Ottawa Herald notes the Franklin County Fair has evolved from horses and medicine shows to tractor pulls and 4 H livestock. Opened 139th edition today at the fair grounds, tracing origins to a grove on East Second Street and Forest Park purchase in 1870.
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Fairground Road Closures During Fair
Fair officials announced midday Thursday to Saturday road closures around the fairground. The road by concession stands will be blocked while east and west poultry barn lanes stay clear. North gate opening shifts restrict vehicle access to authorized traffic only, with a temporary window for feed and supplies. Handicapped parking is designated west of the poultry barn to ease congestion and dust.
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