Monroe County Fair brings old and young returnees

WOODSFIELD, Ohio — The Monroe County Fair is underway and celebrating its 169th year.

Over 25,000 people are expected to attend the fair through the week.

From the animals to the food, there's no shortage of entertainment.

"They can expect a little bit of everything, we have something for everyone," said Jason Winkler, secretary of the fair board.

"Ever since I can remember, we came here,” said 96-year-old Edward Ackerman from Lewisville.

Ackerman has been coming to the fair for 84 years. Tuesday was dedicated to senior citizens and veterans.

They all say the main purpose of the fair is to showcase the younger generation.

"I would say just about everything, especially the 4-H. That's mostly what it's about,” said Ackerman.

"The 4-H is what we do everything for. We have one of the biggest programs in the state of Ohio probably, you see the livestock over there, their showmanship, we do this for the kids, that's why we're here,” said Winkler.

Walking through the barns, you'll find horses, chickens, rabbits and so much more.

16-year-old Caden McLaughlin has been showing cattle at the fair for 10 years. His heifer won the blue ribbon this year.

"Whenever you bring them in, it's a lot of work. You have to get them used to the show stick which takes a while,” said McLaughlin from Woodsfield.

And in another barn, 16-year-old Hailie Hoit introduced us to her pig named “Stubborn.”

"You have to work with them every day, so they are tamed, make sure they have fresh food and water,” said Hoit of Noble County.

The fair continues through Saturday, 8/24, ending with the Demolition Derby at 7 p.m.