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Madd Hoss Jackson will perform on the Cherokee County Fair bandstand Saturday evening. Madd Hoss Jackson has had the opportunity to share the stage with many current and classic artists including the likes of Eric Church, Montgomery Gentry, the Charlie Daniels Band, Jake Owen, Hunter Hayes

Madd Hoss Jackson will perform on the Cherokee County Fair bandstand Saturday evening. Madd Hoss Jackson has had the opportunity to share the stage with many current and classic artists including the likes of Eric Church, Montgomery Gentry, the Charlie Daniels Band, Jake Owen, Hunter Hayes

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Enjoy the unique sound of Madd Hoss Jackson Saturday

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Friday, July 21, 2023
In a world of overprocessed, image first, music second acts all around the entertainment industry, Madd Hoss Jackson is a band as unique as its name.

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Still time to help Girl Scout kitchen

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Nothing says Cherokee County Fair like the Girl Scout House Fair Kitchen. For nearly 80 years the Girl Scout House has been “the” place to eat during fair week. The girl scouts returned last year as the waitresses after not working during the pandemic.
Judges at the fair help entrants hone project skills. Ribbons are awarded based on an ideal standard.

Judges at the fair help entrants hone project skills. Ribbons are awarded based on an ideal standard.

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Displaying mastery of project skills one purpose of fair

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Friday, July 21, 2023
One of the purposes of the fair is to show others your mastery of project skills and to learn how to improve those skills for the future. This is often accomplished thru the judging process. Judges are people who are knowledgeable about a particular project area.

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General rules regarding Open Class, other fair entries

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Open Class Entries All classes and departments are open to entries from all counties and stated as open, except 4-H/F.F.A./ HYA Departments. The exceptions for these departments are listed in the rules under the specific departments. General Rules 1.
If you have a green thumb, consider entering some of you best flowers or plants in the Floriculture division at the Cherokee County Fair.

If you have a green thumb, consider entering some of you best flowers or plants in the Floriculture division at the Cherokee County Fair.

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Show off green thumb in floriculture class

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Department B Open Floriculture Division: B2 Superintendent: Diane Yurk Judging will be 50-percent on arrangement, any suitable container. All exhibits must be grown by the exhibitor. Premium first: $1.65 second: $1.10 third: $0.85 For The Following Classes 1.
Department C: Open Class culinary, canning, jams, baking

Department C: Open Class culinary, canning, jams, baking

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Department C: Open Class culinary, canning, jams, baking

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Department C Open Class Econ and Wine Division: C1 Canning Superintendent: Margaret Radlund Premium first: $1.65 second: $1.10 third: $0.85 For The Following Classes 1. Exhibits must be canned since the previous fair. 2. Unsealed jars will not be judged. 3.
For a classic cheeseburger, drop by the Lions Shack. Don’t forget fries and a drink.

For a classic cheeseburger, drop by the Lions Shack. Don’t forget fries and a drink.

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Popular food choices abound at Cherokee County Fair

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Some folks go to the fair for the carnival rides, some to look over the livestock, and some just to visit with friends and neighbors. But, everyone goes to the Cherokee County Fair for one thing. The Food. There is something extra special about the food served at the fair.
During last year’s photo class, Airauna Sharp received a purple ribbon for her kitten portrait.

During last year’s photo class, Airauna Sharp received a purple ribbon for her kitten portrait.

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Cherokee County Fair woodworking, photography classes

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Division: C7 Open Class Woodworking Superintendent: Melissa Smiley Committee: Terry North Premium first: $5.78 second: $4.40 third: $3.03 For The Following Classes 501 Article for farm or shop use 502 Furniture for household or lawn use 503 Repaired or refinished wood furniture 504 Other woodworks...

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Sewing, fancywork, wine classes at Fair

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Friday, July 21, 2023
Division: C3 Sewing and Fancywork Superintendent: Margaret Radlund Premium first: $3.30 second: $2.20 third: $1.65 For The Following Classes Articles are judged on Appearance; Appropriateness; Design; Material; Workmanship.
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