Spencer, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) – Three new individuals were elected to the Clay County Fair’s Board of Directors at Tuesday evening’s annual meeting.

David Chapman of Ruthven; along with Keith Kruse and Mary Jo Smith, both Clay County residents, were elected to the 27 member board. Getting re-elected for a 3-year-term was Doug Biedenfeld, Tom Olin, Gayle Simons, Tracy Small, Steve Waller and John Zinn.

Teresa Schoelerman and Kate Rinehart chose not to run for another term, they were both recognized for their years of service. Board member Mike Bryan was also recognized for 35 years of working with grandstand services as usher.

Board President Greg Lear shared with us that attendance at last year’s fair was down – but spending among fairgoers hit a new all-time record:

The theme for this year’s fair will be “Wonders of The World’s Greatest County Fair!” The dates are September 6th – 14th.