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For 52 years young and old alike have enjoyed the sights, sounds and smells of The Garrett County Fair. Our fair remains one of the true agricultural fairs in the state but everyone will find something to enjoy during this weeklong event.

The 24 member all volunteer Fair Board has been working hard over the past few years to make improvements to the fair grounds to keep making the fair bigger and better. This year a variety of new events have been added as well as the traditional favorites. From local talent to a CMA recording star, no one will be disappointed in the entertainment and events scheduled for 2008.

With the addition of new fencing and a new bathroom near the track facility, the Fair Board hopes to make the Track area a concert venue. “On the few weekends the fairgrounds aren’t already being utilized we now have the option of bringing in live concerts to the track facility,” explains Jason Rush, Fair Board Member. The inaugural concert is an exciting one. Country Music Artist Eric Church is scheduled to appear at the track Friday night, August 15 at 8:00 PM. With three top 20 country hits in the past three years and a CMT Music Award nominee, Church is one of Nashville’s rising stars and this is an amazing opportunity to see him in concert. Admission to the concert is free with fair admission but those who want to be closer to the track stage can purchase entry to the pit for just $10. These tickets are standing room only and can be purchased at the track gate starting on Noon the day of the concert. Gates for the concert open at 5:00 PM.

Other scheduled entertainment includes Terri Lee Goffee, the “Ultimate” Johnny Cash Tribute Artist performing at the 4-H Stage Monday August 11 with two shows beginning at 7:30 and 9:00 PM. Also on the 4-H Stage: Charlie Kenney performing country music on Tuesday, August 12; The Savage Family performs bluegrass and gospel on Wednesday, August 13 and local favorite “Lake Effect” performs Thursday, August 14.