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The start of the Will County Fair means so much to so many and for a variety of reasons. The fair is competition for youngsters involved in 4-H. For other farm families, it is something to look forward to, it is a way of life. It is a badge of honor for some who are named the best cook, baker or photographer. Blue ribbons are recognition, esteem builders, a means for bragging rights. They provide a sense of accomplishment, whether it be raising the best pumpkin, having the prettiest crocheted doily or the best-looking steer. Winning a blue ribbon at the county fair brings about such a good feeling. It is like a little ''thank you.'' It takes a lot of folks to put on the county fair every year. Some contribute hours of their own time, just to make each year of the fair, now in its 106th season, a success. Like so many important events, it couldn't happen without the devotion of volunteers and annual participants.
Then, there are the patrons - the folks who just enjoy walking along the midway, sampling the varieties of food, riding rides, or playing games along the Midway. Others are drawn to the animal barns. For some, it is the first time they have ever seen farm animals and baby chicks. In the atrium, there are bagloads of goodies to collect, especially while browsing the Republican and Democrat tables. It is always a good idea to stop there to talk to the individuals who, if elected, could make decisions that affect the lives of every fair visitor. The commercial information covers everything from bottled water to belt buckles, summer vacations and tasty homemade fudge. Though the coming of the fair signals the end of summer for some or the start of a new school year Ð for others, it marks the final round in a very hectic county fair circuit. For most, the coming of the Will County Fair is a last hurrah, a last family outing before the end of summer. Whatever strikes your fancy, you can find it at the Will County Fair. The 106th Will County Fair, on Peotone-Wilmington Road just east of Route 50, will open Wednesday, August 26 and runs through Sunday, August 30. The fairgrounds will open to the public at 10 a.m. on Wednesday and 8 a.m. on the following days. General admission will be $3. Admission is free for children under 10. The carnival will begin at noon, Wednesday, continuing every day until the close of the fair on Sunday. Russell Publications prints several community newspapers each week, serving Will, Kankakee and Cook counties.
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