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Oak River fair kicks off in new sand ring at MGRA event
The ai River annual fair opened Sunday July 18 featuring a new regulation-size sand ring east of Oak River Memorial Rink. Secretary Ivy Heapy reported 40-some horse entries in some classes and large beef entries with 24 pens in the commercial classic. Dana Johns of Kenton dominated prize money with multiple wins, while Chad Burt of Oak River claimed a $20 award. The event showcased ball tournament, pet show, bingo, a 20 questions game, ag displays, and a cow plop fundraiser drawing Oak River Community Association toward a $100000-$140000 geothermal project for the rink. Participants came from Forrest Kenton Hamiota Dauphin Oak River Brandon Souris Rivers. The Jean Bridgeman trophy was established in place of the original Dick Griffiths Potato Championship. Reeve Dick Heapy noted fairs’ role in the milk run as families spend multiple days at the event.