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The Ashland County Fair is coming back for its 172nd year, marking almost two centuries of time.

Ashland welcomes annual county fair for 172nd year

Brynn Meisse, Features Editor August 22, 2023

The perfect way to end summer and welcome fall is by attending the 172 annual Ashland County Fair from Sept. 17 through the 23.   This annual event features several grandstand events, food vendors,...

The 2021 Ashland County Fair had a variety of fair food favorties such as deep fried Oreos,
lemonade shake ups, funnel cakes and so much more under the lights of the midway.

Ashland County Fair is coming to town

Katie Foster, Reporter September 19, 2022

Fresh cut fries, tractor pulls and Josh Turner can all be found at the Ashland County Fair from Sept. 18-24. Located at 2042 Claremont Ave, the fair brings a source of scrumptious fair food, exciting...

The Secret Menu: The Buffalo Funnel

By Tyler Remmel October 3, 2012

One of my favorite parts about the county fair is the food; so, as you can imagine, I was enthralled to be able to take this week’s Secret Menu to the fair. As soon as I began to see the flashing lights...

Ashland County Fair returns for another year

By Andrew Hart September 28, 2011

When fried foods that shouldn't be fried, rickety rides, and pledge of allegiance come together, it can only mean one thing - the return of the Ashland County fair. The Ashland Fair occurs annually during...

Secret Menu: Tilt-a-Wrap

By Dave Immel September 28, 2011

I'd like to start by letting everyone know that my lard situation has improved since last week. I have procured a metal container that won't bleed steaming hot grease onto Eric's arm anymore (His scar...

Music to Ashland’s Ears

By Cameron Estep September 14, 2011

The Ashland County Fair is bringing music back to its repertoire. 2010 was a year of hardship, not only for the country, but the Ashland County Fair as well. After facing an economically tough year, the...

The many faces of the Ashland County Fair

By Lauren Grove September 30, 2010

With the many events offered at the Ashland County Fair, there's a diverse group of individuals behind the scenes. Although each person is different, together they make the fair come alive. The Ashland...

Ashland County Fair brings out the worst in everyone

By Glenn Battishill September 30, 2010

Ashland: the so-called "World headquarters of nice people." Not so if you try to get into the county fair for free because you have a media pass and permission to film for a class assignment. My partner...

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