Slideshow | 55th Annual Bi-County Fair
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Exhibitors try to make eye contact with the judge as they guide their pigs during the swine showmanship at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
By Nicholas House
Navajo Times
PREWITT, N.M.
Fairgoers had a great time enjoying food, exhibitions, shows, and more at the 2024 Bi-County Fair on Aug. 31. The fair, which takes place on historic Route 66, celebrated its 55th anniversary this year. This year’s fair runs from Aug. 29 to Sept. 2.
Here are some images from today:
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A participant falls during the watermelon-eating contest at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
A participant falls during the watermelon-eating contest at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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People participate in a watermelon-eating contest at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
People participate in a watermelon-eating contest at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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The Future Farmers of America students of Grants High School pose for a photo after helping with 4-H events at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
The Future Farmers of America students of Grants High School pose for a photo after helping with 4-H events at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Flag carriers make their way around the arena for the Prewitt Labor Day Classic during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair on Aug. 31.
Flag carriers make their way around the arena for the Prewitt Labor Day Classic during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair on Aug. 31.
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People participate in basket bingo during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
People participate in basket bingo during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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A rabbit sits inside a cage during an exhibition at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
A rabbit sits inside a cage during an exhibition at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Shelbie Martinez, right, is awarded for exhibiting the reserve champion market swine during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Shelbie Martinez, right, is awarded for exhibiting the reserve champion market swine during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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A blue fair ribbon hangs on a horticulture product at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
A blue fair ribbon hangs on a horticulture product at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Exhibitors try to make eye contact with the judge as they guide their pigs during the swine showmanship at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Exhibitors try to make eye contact with the judge as they guide their pigs during the swine showmanship at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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The bird and bunny barn stands out during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
The bird and bunny barn stands out during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Fair ribbons hang on fruits and vegetables canned in clear jars for exhibiting during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Fair ribbons hang on fruits and vegetables canned in clear jars for exhibiting during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Tayten House holds up a buckle she earned after winning a stick-horse race category during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Tayten House holds up a buckle she earned after winning a stick-horse race category during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Fair ribbons hang on horticulture products, such as D’Anjou and Williams pears and Elberta and J.H. Hale peaches, at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Fair ribbons hang on horticulture products, such as D’Anjou and Williams pears and Elberta and J.H. Hale peaches, at the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Kartch Cash, right, is awarded for exhibiting the grand champion market swine during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Kartch Cash, right, is awarded for exhibiting the grand champion market swine during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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A quilt created by Jane Williams is exhibited in the sewing and fancy-work category during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
A quilt created by Jane Williams is exhibited in the sewing and fancy-work category during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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Shad Merayo, right, is awarded for exhibiting the grand champion market steer during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31. Merayo is representing the Grants High Pirates.
Shad Merayo, right, is awarded for exhibiting the grand champion market steer during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31. Merayo is representing the Grants High Pirates.
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Stick-horse race winners hold up their buckles (created by Red Bluff Buckles) during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
Stick-horse race winners hold up their buckles (created by Red Bluff Buckles) during the 55th Annual Bi-County Fair in Prewitt, N.M., on Aug. 31.
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