Board hears update on 2013 Great Northern Fair

The Great Northern Fair Board heard that planning is proceeding smoothly for the 2013 fair in Hill County, with some major changes being implemented.

Fairgrounds manager Tim Solomon, group representatives and board committee members reported that planning is nearly complete on events at the fair, including the carnival, food booths and commercial building.

Solomon said one rumour he wants to squelch is that the junior rodeo has been canceled — the event is still being planned for Thursday, July 18.

The junior rodeo was moved after a long-standing attraction, the local and professional truck pu...