Raccoon Valley Radio's Kevin Waters with the Big Red Radio at the 2017 Dallas County Fair
Raccoon Valley Radio’s Kevin Waters with the Big Red Radio at the 2017 Dallas County Fair

Today is the final day of the 2017 Dallas County Fair, though there’s no shortage of activities.

The day kicks off with the 4-H/FFA dog show at 8:30 a.m., as well as the horse fun show sponsored by the Redfield Saddle Club at 9. Following those events, the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn FFA will hold a Supreme Showmanship Contest at 10 in the show ring. At the same time, there will be remote-controlled car races near the entertainment plaza. At 1 p.m. the Bill Riley Talent Show will take place on the center stage. The winners will advance to the Iowa State Fair. The livestock auction will also be happening at 1 p.m. in the show ring.

The main event for today is the IAMO tractor and local stock pickup pull at the north track. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for ages 6-12. Following the main event, there will be a fireworks show sponsored by the Dallas County Fair Board.

Raccoon Valley Radio’s Big Red Radio will broadcast live from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m today, playing music, relaying important information, and giving live fair results. You can also check out our fair coverage webpage at RaccoonValleyRadio.com.