93.9 The Eagle – The News and Talk of Columbia, MO
Missouri’s governor says residents from across the Show-Me state know that summer wouldn’t be complete without spending a few hot August days at the state fair in Sedalia.
Governor Mike Parson (R) traveled to Sedalia on Thursday for the fair’s opening day. He spoke at the opening ceremony and enjoyed lunch at the popular Pork Place restaurant, which is operated by the Columbia-based Missouri Pork Association (MPA).
Governor Parson notes agriculture is Missouri’s top economic driver. The pork industry alone contributes $1-billion annually to the state’s economy. Governor Parson describes the state fair as an important time to celebrate the efforts of farmers and ranchers as well as young people like 4-H students who work hard on their projects year-round.
This year’s fair theme is “buckets of fun.” Trace Adkins and Lonestar performed last night.
Today (Friday) is Missouri Department of Conservation day, and there will be live animal exhibits in the conservation building. There will be a farm toy show at the fair from 9 am to 9 pm today, and a barbecue contest began at 11 this morning.
