The 2020 Cass County gets underway today, but in a way that is far different from previous fairs, thanks to the Coronavirus. The shows and events are open to exhibitors and their immediate family only. There are no carnival rides or attractions such as tractor pulls and music. Livestock shows will be streamed online, and show results will be posted online within 24-hours of completion.  You can look for the results and video, live or recorded via on-demand. Simply go to www.kjan.com and look for the Ag/Outdoors page under the “Programs” tab, or go to www.extension.iastate.edu/cass, and click on the Cass County Fair Results logo for video information and results.

Static Judging was held at the fair earlier today. The “Bucket of Junk” judging runs until 2-p.m.;  Tomorrow (Thursday) is the Pet Show at 10-a.m., and a virtual livestock judging contest.  Friday’s activities include the Horse Show (9-a.m.) and Rabbit Show (9:30-a.m.).

Saturday, the Sheep Show begins at 9-a.m., followed by the Meat Goat/Dairy Goat – Show. On Sunday, Decorator Showcase Judging takes place at the Cass County Fair, from Noon until 4-p.m.  Monday’s event will include (10-a.m.) the Cow Calf and Feeder Calf Shows, followed by the Beef Show. And the Swine Show wraps up the fair on Tuesday, beginning at 3-p.m.

Virtual events include: Clothing Selections/FR; Clover Kids Showcase; Share the Fun; Educational presentations; Working Exhibits; Extemporaneous speaking, and the “Best of Iowa.”

The Fair Board decided in early June to restrict the Fair to 4-H and FFA exhibitors in a “Show-and-Go” format, in order to protect the health of fair goers, staff and the exhibitors.  The 2020 Cass County Fair runs through July 28th.