Fair board says 2019 Great Northern Fair had numbers about like 2018

The Great Northern Fair Board chair said Tuesday the 2019 fair went well, with hopes for increases in attendance next year.

Audience member Bob Kaul asked the fair board during the public comment section for a report on this summer’s fair.

Board Chair Tyler Smith said this year’s fair was similar to last year’s fair, with numbers relatively unchanged.

He added that even on numbers regarding parking are almost identical.

He said if Blaine County moves its fair to later in the year — its fair board is considering holding its fair in August — it could increase attendance at the Great Northern Fai...