Pictures by Nila Smith

Going in search of a "fair food" lunch.

Golden locks fly as this young lady works to get her hog into the show arena.

Early Wednesday morning a young contender contemplates the odds of a blue ribbon.

Even on their best behavior, cattle sometimes have to… well, you know. And as they say, it's a dirty job, but someone has to do it.

Two old-timers sit amongst the antique tractors. They recall a simpler time, when tractors were small and so were the farms.

"I love her to death but… I think she has a bleach job!!"

"Go ahead and do what you have to do. I'll watch the baby!"

It's not a new dance. This gal is just moving quickly to keep her animal in line while admiring her plaque.

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