Russell County Jaycees Fair set to get underway next week

May 24, 2025 Zac Oakes WJRS News

The Russell County Jaycees Fair is less than a week away.

The 130th edition of the Russell County Fair starts next Friday, May 30th and runs through Saturday, June 7th.

This year’s fair includes annual favorites like a rodeo, truck and tractor pulls, demolition derby, horse racing, dairy shows, and more.

Stay tuned as WJRS will bring you live coverage from the Russell County Fair once again this year.

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