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The interior of the brand new Richard “Buzz” Sampson livestock pavilion, pictured at left, features dual bleacher seating, four flatscreen TVs positioned in a central jumbotron, two 15-foot ceiling fans, gates and a central holding pen for exhibitors. The show arena will be the site of the livestock sale on Monday. Below, equestrian Brookelyn Coder gives her steed a workout ahead of fair action on Tuesday afternoon. The Richwood Independent Fair will run until Monday. Gate admission is $10. (Gazette photos by Kyle Meddles)

New show arena will be feature of 134th Richwood Fair

By Kyle Meddles, Richwood Gazette

As the Richwood Independent Fair kicks off its 134th year, organizers say that the newest (and biggest) addition to the grounds will be a reoccurring locale during this year’s festivities.

With the fair already in full swing, attendees are getting their first chance to see the newly- constructed Richard “Buzz” Sampson livestock pavilion.

“That’s going to be the focal point of the fair,” said Cody Johnston, Richwood Independent Fair President. “That’s where op…

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